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Student Services – Security Supervisor
Full time - open ended
Rotating Shift Pattern
Are you a friendly, empathetic and caring person who enjoys helping others and providing great customer service? Someone who is still as positive and enthusiastic at the end of their shift as they were at the start?
We are seeking motivated individuals to supervise our dynamic security team here on our thriving and energetic campus. The successful applicant will enjoy a competitive salary with generous 27% shift pattern allowance, and an attractive, flexible shift pattern with a focus on work and life balance, which is why most of our staff have been with us for many years.
The postholder will be responsible for supervising other staff members in matters relating to:
- the safety and welfare of students, staff and visitors
- the security of university buildings and other property on and off campus
- the protection of personal property of students, staff and visitors
- the control of traffic and parking
Applicants must ensure that any application separately evidences all the essential criteria to assist with shortlisting.
Job Purpose
To supervise other members of security staff on the team, supporting and overseeing uniformed patrols on a rotating shift pattern of twelve-hours.
The shift pattern is as follows:
- 4-night shifts Monday to Thursday, followed by 7 rest days
- 3-night shifts Friday to Sunday followed by 4 rest days
- 3-day shifts Friday to Sunday followed by 2 rest days
- 2-day shifts Wednesday to Thursday followed by 3 rest days
- 3-day shifts Monday to Wednesday followed by 4 rest days
Patrols involve foot, cycle, and the use of vehicles, responding to incidents on university property, and will include responsibilities away from the University site either involving students or as part of other contracted security responsibilities. A full UK driving licence is a requirement of the role.
Safety of the staff and students is our priority, in addition to ensuring the safety and welfare of all people connected with or visiting the University, the protection of university property and the regulation of vehicle movement on and around the University site.
To find out more about the role, please contact Mick Wood, Security Manager by email at m.r.wood@lboro.ac.uk or by telephone on 01509 223570.
Come and join the team!
Application Process
For further support with your application, please refer to our application guidance, which includes some top tips to help you when completing your application.
Closing Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026
Interview Date: Monday 7th December 2026
For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Our Benefits
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Financial wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options
Health and wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.
