Security Supervisor

Overview

Department Security Services |

Location:

Birmingham, England | Salary £32,006 to £35,331 per annum | Permanent | Full Time

Release Date 20 February 2026 | Closing Date 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 08 March 2026 | Reference E725004-R

City South Campus

We are seeking an experienced and professional Security Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of our campus security team. This role combines operational duties with team supervision, ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will supervise Security Officers (including agency staff), manage performance and attendance, and maintain high professional standards. You will act as a First Responder to incidents, oversee emergency responses, and deputise for the Security Operations Manager when required.

• Ensure the safety and security of all University users
• Supervise and support security staff
• Respond to emergencies and alarm activations
• Conduct physical internal and external patrols
• Manage access control, s, and car park control
• Operate CCTV and other security systems
• Complete accurate reports and maintain records
• Carry out lock/unlock procedures and key control
• Provide First Aid and Mental Health First Aid support
• Maintain compliance with relevant legislation and University policies

Core hours are Monday to Friday, with flexibility required. The role involves regular foot patrols indoors and outdoors. Workwear is provided.

• Experience as a security professional
• GCSE Grade C (or equivalent), including English
• SIA Security Guarding or Door Supervision licence (or willingness to obtain within three months, during probation period)
• Strong communication and report-writing skills in English
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Good conflict management skills
• Working knowledge of GDPR and relevant security legislation
• Excellent IT proficiency (MS Office)

• Supervisory experience
• NVQ Level 2 in Safety, Security and Loss Prevention
• SIA CCTV licence and Control Room experience
• First Aid at Work qualification
• Conflict Management/Physical Intervention training
• Experience investigating incidents
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence

• As part of Birmingham City University, you will join a vibrant community of approximately 24,000 students from 80 countries.
• Commitment to staff development and wellbeing
• Competitive benefits package including:
• 40 days annual leave (including bank holidays and closure periods)
• Attractive pension scheme options
• Access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Join a professional team committed to safety, service excellence, and community.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.

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