Security Manager

About This Role

Leading a team of eight security officers at a prestigious independent school is the core of this Security Manager role. The successful candidate will oversee the school's day-to-day security operation, ensuring the safety and protection of pupils, staff, parents, visitors, contractors, and school property. This opportunity suits an established security professional with strong leadership skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to maintaining exceptional standards of security, safeguarding, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and supervise a team of eight security officers
• Maintain high standards of professionalism, discipline, conduct, and performance
• Prepare and manage staff rotas, annual leave, attendance, and operational cover
• Conduct regular briefings, team meetings, one-to-one reviews, and performance assessments
• Ensure officers receive appropriate training and understand their responsibilities
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Oversee the daily security operation across the school estate
• Manage access control, visitor registration, contractor access, and perimeter security
• Ensure effective use of CCTV, alarm systems, radios, and other security equipment
• Conduct regular site inspections and security risk assessments
• Identify vulnerabilities and implement appropriate security measures
• Coordinate security arrangements for school events, VIP visitors, and special functions
• Support the school's safeguarding procedures and maintain a safe environment for pupils, staff, and visitors
• Lead the security team's response to emergencies, suspicious activity, security breaches, and other incidents
• Ensure incidents are accurately recorded, investigated where appropriate, and escalated to senior management
• Liaise with emergency services and relevant external agencies when required
• Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with sensitive security and safeguarding matters
• Ensure security operations comply with relevant legislation, school policies, safeguarding procedures, and data protection requirements
• Work closely with senior leadership, facilities management, and safeguarding leads
• Maintain accurate incident reports, patrol records, shift handovers, and management updates
• Review procedures and recommend improvements to strengthen the school's overall security arrangements

Requirements

• Previous experience in a security management, supervisory, or team leadership position
• A valid SIA licence appropriate to the duties of the role
• Proven ability to manage, motivate, and develop a security team