Security Team manager

The University of Leicester is seeking a committed Team Manager to lead our Campus Services security team, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of staff, students, and visitors across our vibrant university estate. This includes residences, academic buildings, sports facilities, hospitals, and satellite locations. You will provide critical leadership to a professional, customer-focused team, managing operations to maintain a safe and secure environment while delivering exceptional service.

Key responsibilities include planning and deploying resources effectively, managing incident responses, and overseeing team training to address emerging security threats. You will also lead recruitment efforts, ensure compliance with Security Industry Authority (SIA) standards, and manage security risk assessments. This role is permanent, full-time, and requires flexibility to cover a 24/7 shift pattern, including public holidays.

To excel in this role, you should have GCSE-level qualifications or equivalent, along with proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role within a security environment. You must demonstrate strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex situations and dynamic teams effectively. A valid manual driving licence and knowledge of health and safety practices are essential.

Familiarity with security systems, such as CCTV operations and communications equipment, is required, alongside excellent written and verbal communication skills. While experience in higher education and SIA licensing are desirable, a proactive and adaptable approach, combined with a commitment to professional development, is key to succeeding in this varied and rewarding position