Security Officer/ Caretaker

Chesterfield College is an outstanding place to work and has superb staff benefits including a voucher discount scheme, cycle to work, healthcare plan, free annual flu jabsand access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
Want to make a difference for young people in Chesterfield? Then join our amazing team of Security/Caretakers.
You will be experienced and vocationally competent in a security or similar role with a front-line SIA qualification, and able to work on your own or as part of a team in dealing with a wide and varied range of security issues.
A full UK driving licence for manual transmission vehicles would be advantageous, and the ability to manually handle large items, along with being able to respond efficiently to assist with urgent security and caretaking matters is essential.
flexible approach to work is required as additional hours and overtime may need to be worked to cover annual leave.
The College would like to encourage applications from female applicants and ethnic minorities to best support our students needs.
Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate has been appointed.
Closing Date: 8 December 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
An offer of employment at Chesterfield College will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure carried out by the Disclosure and Barring Services.
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