Security Team Member (4 Posts)

About the role

The Bodleian Libraries are currently seeking to appoint two Security Team Members to join the Security section. Our team is essential to the care and security of our historic buildings and collections and you will play an important part in ensuring the smooth running of our daily operations in the Weston Library, Old Bodleian Library, and Radcliffe Camera.

Daily duties will vary considerably and you will provide our customers, both Library and Commercial, with a safe and welcoming environment conducive to their particular needs.

Working patterns are expected to be over a three weekly rota and the hours of each post are as follows:

Post 1: Full-time 36.5 hours per week

Post 2 : Full time 36.5 hours per week.

Post 3: Part-time 32 hours per week (0.87%  FTE)

Post 4 : Part time 19.5 hours per week evening shift 5.15pm- 9.15pm

The postholders are expected to work one in every three weekends. Please indicate on your application which of the posts you would like to be considered for.

Due to the nature of this post, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service check, due to working with collection items and in restricted areas.

About you

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain composure and authority in all circumstances, have the ability to interact with people at all levels in the organisation and beyond, and the ability to work as part of a team. You will be observant with an eye for detail and be able to demonstrate a good standard of written and spoken English.

You will also be willing to work some antisocial hours including evenings, weekends, and Bank Holidays. The ability to complete repeated tasks and spend significant time standing and walking is also essential.

An industry-recognised security qualification and/or training and experience of security duties and a first aid qualification are desirable.

Diversity

Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example shared parental leave.

How to apply

You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting evidence form using the attached template as part of your online application. Your supporting evidence form should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. CVs alone will not be considered.

We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be David Freeman, Security & Facilities Services Manager, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (david.freeman@bodleian.ox.ac.uk).  General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team within our Human Resources department (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk).

Only applications received online by 12.00 midday (GMT) on Monday 13^th January 2025 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place in person on Monday 27^th January 2025.

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