Security Escort - DV Clearance

Company Description

We’re hiring skilled Security Escorts (DV Clearance). Take your career to the next level with one of our most prestigious global clients. Becoming a Security Escort not only gives you the opportunity to achieve DV clearance but also supports your personal and professional growth with comprehensive training and outstanding benefits.

As a Security Escort your priority is to ensure effective escorting happens throughout the secure sites, whilst providing a consistent high-end, accurate and discreet security focused hosting experience.

We're looking for British Nationals with a UK residency of 10 years+, you must be committed to and able to undergo DV clearance with our full support.

Once you have achieved your clearance you will come onboard to work at Securitas as our Security Escort.

For this role you will be covering the Thames Valley region and M4 corridor, travel will be required so a Driving Licence with access to own vehicle is essential (some fuel expenses may be covered).

Location: Bracknell,

RG12

Pay: £20.66 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) with core hours of work between 08:00 and 18:00

Grade: Site Based

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Job Description

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Meet, greet and assist visitors/staff and contractors in a professional and friendly manner, ensuring all accurate and relevant information is communicated.
• Completion of day-to-day tasks and being reactive to unpredictable changes which may occur throughout the day.
• Work with the security team and other employees on site to ensure escorting tasks run smoothly on site.
• To ensure all security protocols on site are adhered to when carrying out escorting duties.
• To raise all concerns to the Escorting manager which may occur when on site, maintaining an alert and vigilant approach to ascertain any potential threats or changes within the workplace.

Undertake any other duties as requested by Management.

Qualifications

Essential criteria:

• Must have right to work in the UK with a 5-year checkable history.
• Full UK Clean Driving Licence with access to own vehicle.
• Current and valid SIA license or must be willing to undergo training to achieve this.
• At least 3 years experience within the Security industry or similar.
• Must hold British Nationality and have lived in the UK for the last 10 years (due to the nature of clearance required for this site).
• Demonstrate full dedication and commitment to engaging in and completing the thorough DV clearance process.
• Strong IT knowledge, with proficiency in using software, databases, and communication systems.
• Proficient in report writing to document incidents clearly and accurately.
• A proactive team player but can work on own initiative.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to identify and respond to potential risks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to coordinate multiple teams and individuals.

A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving and incident management.

Proficient in both speaking and written English, and the ability to convey information to a third party in a concise manner.

Customer focused with proven customer service experience.

Additional Information

In addition to a great work environment, we can also offer you:

Financial benefits: good rates of pay, Company pension, life assurance, mortgage advice, and more.

Wellbeing support: Dental and physical health plans, learning and development opportunities.

Exclusive discounts: Car leasing schemes, high-street brands, online shopping, and even a Costco membership!

Why Join Securitas?

We have a promise to our people, a ‘People Promise’ where opportunity, people and purpose play a vital role in our day to day!

Opportunity: We see potential in every person and situation.

People: We open our eyes to all that’s good.

Purpose: We make your world a safer place.

We believe in your future, not just your past. At Securitas, you’ll find a career built on trust, respect, and progress.

It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!

Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.

At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:

• Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
• People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
• Purpose – We make your world a safer place
  
  

What You Can Expect

Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.

Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself

We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks -

Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.

Your Benefits

• STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
• Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
• HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
• Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
• Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
• WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.

Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.

Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.

Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.

Free Mortgage Advice

Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub

Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas

Take the Next Step

Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today.

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