Deputy Security Manager

From initial greeting through to departure our professionally trained Security team are here to help. They control access to the village, assist with emergencies and ensure our guests have an enjoyable stay.

We hope our guests never need them, but knowing we have a Security team on call all year-round provides peace of mind and reassurance.

DEPUTY SECURITY MANAGER | Circa £38,200 per annum, pro rata

In this role, you will deputise for the Security Manager for 8 days per-period, leading a team of Assistant Security Managers, Security Officers and Security Team Members. Your responsibilities will include managing, motivating, and developing the team to ensure the safety and security of all persons and property of the village.

You will act as the first point of contact for guests, colleagues, and contractors, providing a warm and courteous welcome while ensuring that only authorised individuals access the village.

Additionally, you will support the Service Delivery team by covering Duty Village Manager shifts. This involves overseeing all aspects of service delivery, including standards, compliance, service consistency and service recovery.

HOURS OF WORK

You will be contracted to work 64 hours (8 x 8-hour shifts) per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.

Shifts will fall between the hours of 8am and 12 midnight. As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• Sociably confident with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to support, develop and challenge a team
• Competent user of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge and understanding of General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and responsibilities within a management role
• Communicates honestly, with commitment and enthusiasm
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Full driving licence, held for a minimum of 6 months
• Physically capable of carrying out the demands of the role
• SIA (Security Industry Authority) Door Supervisor Badge

Desirable requirements:

• Specialist knowledge in security industry tools e.g. CCTV, ANPR, technology to monitor and maintain controls of assets, visitors and patrol tasks
• Knowledge and understanding of UK security threat levels and available resources for advice
• Operational budget management skills
• Capital project management skills / dealing with external service providers
• Previous experience in the security industry or a secure environment with responsibility for managing a team
• Member of the Security Institute (or other evidence of continued personal development)

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date: 21st January 2025 at 12 Noon

Interviews to be held: 22nd January 2025

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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We recognise that we’re all at our best when we’re being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. 

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