via Indeed · 7 October 2026 ·1 day ago

S26-390 Security Officer (LC3)

Lancashire Constabulary
Preston Full-time
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Role Type
Police Staff
Division
Estates and Facilities Management
Department
EFM Security Team
Location
Hutton Headquarters
Rank
Not applicable
Grade
LC 3
Salary
£25,949\.00
Allowances
Rota Attached
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37 Hours
Type of Contract
Permanent
Eligible applicants
Eligible applicants must hold a Security Industry Authority (SIA) License qualification or equivalent, or be willing to work towards within 2 years.
Job Advert
Lancashire Constabulary is seeking a proactive, professional and reliable Security Officer to help protect our people, premises and assets across the force estate. This is an important role within our Estates and Facilities team, providing a visible security presence and ensuring police buildings remain safe, secure and operational.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the constabularys security protocols and procedures are promoted and adhered to by all staff and visitors and to maintain the security of Lancashire Police Headquarters and satellite sites.

  • To control entry and egress of persons and vehicles on the Constabulary’s sites to prevent unauthorised access. Respond appropriately to attempts at unauthorised access or any other breaches of security

  • To maintain accurate electronic records, and to report any incidents to your line manager or Force Incident Manager within agreed timescales depending on priority and level of risk.

  • To greet all staff and visitors appropriately and courteously and follow security protocols to ensure compliant sign posting of visitors to relevant destinations

  • To respond to alarm activations and take necessary actions and to prepare a report to the Security Supervisor documenting the outcome of any investigations
*Please see the attached job specification for further details.*

Skills and Experience:

  • Security Industry Authority (SIA) License qualification or equivalent, or willingness to work towards within 2 years.

  • Previous experience of working unsociable hours

  • Experience of maintaining accurate and legible records

  • Experience of communicate clearly and articulately at all levels internally and externally

  • Experience of working effectively as part of a team

Vetting and Medical:

Please be aware, as a condition of your appointment you must undergo and pass Recruitment Vetting (RV). Please be aware there is a minimum 3 year UK residency requirement for Recruitment vetting and you must be 18 years old at the point of applying. Successful applicants will also be subject to a medical assessment.

The successful candidate will be required to work in accordance with the attached rota.

Benefits:

  • 25 \- 31 days annual leave (role dependant) plus 8 bank holidays pro rata

  • Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5\.5% to 12\.5% depending on your salary

  • Sick pay provisions

  • Generous maternity / paternity and adoption leave entitlements

  • Option to become a member of the onsite unions

  • Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme

  • Access to on\-site\-gyms – HQ

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters

  • Hybrid / Agile working (role dependant)
Closing date: Wednesday 21st October 2026 at 10am

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