About this role
*JOB TITLE:*Security Officer
*LOCATION:*Skelmersdale, WN8
PAY RATE: £13.45 per hour
SHIFT TIMES: Monday 11.00-15.30, Tuesday 12.00-20.30, Wednesday 12.00-20.30, Thursday 11.00-15.30, Friday 11.00-15.30
*SETTING:*Education
THE ROLE
We are seeking a vigilant and dependable Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of our premises, staff, and visitors. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a security presence, conducting patrols, and responding promptly to any incidents.
Responsibilities
- To complete regular patrols of college and monitor car-parks.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and emergency services when necessary
- Open-up and lock-down of the College Buildings
- Control of access and egress of college
- Check student ID badges and assist students with queries
- Protect property and assets by implementing security measures and protocols
- Respond to emergencies, such as medical incidents or fire alarms, and take appropriate action
- Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures
- Provide excellent customer service by assisting visitors and addressing their inquiries or concerns
Experience
- Previous experience of working within an educational environment, preferable
- Good customer service skills
- Knowledge of security operations and procedures
- Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently
- Strong observation skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- First Aid/CPR certification is a plus
Licence Requirements
- You must have a current SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
- Enhanced DBS is essential.
- A CCTV Operator Licence is desirable.
- Possession of a First Aid at Work Certificate and/or Fire Marshal is desirable.
Job Requirements
You must be able to provide a checkable 5-year employment history for vetting purposes (this can include full-time education or periods when claiming benefits
BENEFITS
- We are employee-owned, making you a beneficiary of our future success
- 28 days paid holiday (accrued & pro-rata)
- Enrolment in NEST pension scheme.
- Training and development opportunities
- Wagestream app enables you to draw down up to 40% of your pay before your regular pay day; a great aid to budgeting.
- Excellent service and outstanding acts can be recognised through our OTS (On The Spot) scheme; a voucher and potential submission to the Amulets awards scheme.
- Full company uniform
ABOUT AMULET
Amulet are a specialist, intelligence-led, consultancy-level business delivering multi-faceted security solutions. We provide a complete suite of front of house, manned, mobile, event, covert, and technical security services across numerous sectors throughout the UK. We offer a new and exciting approach to the provision of security solutions within a traditional marketplace. We are recognised as an ACS Star Performer, leading the way in delivering fresh ideas and approaches that are backed up by a depth of industry knowledge and experience. As part of the Churchill Services Group, Amulet benefit from 40 years’ experience in delivering forward-thinking, industry-defining solutions. Amulet’s customers have the backing of one of the UK’s fastest growing companies as recognised by The Sunday Times Fast Track (2017).
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, we are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and seek to attract, develop, and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. We’re committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly, and with respect and dignity throughout the recruitment process.
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Benefits
- Company pension
Licence/Certification
- SIA Licence (required)
- CCTV licence (preferred)
- First Aid at work Certification (preferred)
- Enhanced DBS (required)
Work Location: In person
About security roles for ex-police
Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
See all security jobs in Liverpool →Why this fits a police background — match score 78/100
- Intelligence & OSINT
- Protection & firearms
- Multi-agency & police liaison
- Surveillance & covert work
- Working to legislation & regulation
What security roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Security officer (SIA) | £24,000–£29,000 |
| Security supervisor / team leader | £28,000–£34,000 |
| Site / security manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Regional / operations security manager | £50,000–£65,000 |