Job Title: University Community & Security Team Leader
Company: University of Worcester
Sub Department: Security
Location: St John’s Campus
Salary: £28,535 to £32,645, Plus an annual unsocial hours allowance of £1538.76
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 06 July 2025
Reference: FM2517

We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual to lead and support our University Community and Security Officers (UCSOs). As Team Leader, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for our staff, students, and visitors. You’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of the team, ensuring all duties are carried out to a high standard and in line with departmental procedures.

The University Community & Security Team works to protect the University’s people, property, and reputation by preventing loss, damage, or harm through proactive presence and rapid response. This includes helping to deter and address incidents such as theft, vandalism, and anti-social behaviour.

Our team also plays an important part in fostering positive relationships with the local community. By supporting the work of the Head of Security & Operations and other University leaders, you will help ensure the University remains a trusted and valued part of Worcester’s wider community.

We are proud to be part of the Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS), which recognises the important contribution our team makes to public safety. Accredited members of our team are granted limited legal powers that allow them to address local concerns, such as littering, public drinking, and anti-social behaviour, in partnership with the police and local authorities.

Please note that this is a shift-based role, which includes night, weekend, and bank holiday working across all University sites, including St John’s, the City Centre, and satellite locations.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £32,645, with the opportunity to progress to £34,608 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
• Up to 34 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 39 total days after 5 years’ continuous service
• Attractive Company Pension Scheme
• Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

From 1st July 2025, the salary range for this role will increase to £29,897 – £34,008, with the opportunity to progress to £35,912 subject to performance and the university reward scheme, with the unsociable hours allowance rising to £1,614.12 per annum.

Informal queries regarding this role are welcomed and should be directed to Barrie Cobb, Head of Security at b.cobb@worc.ac.uk

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa 

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online for this job