Security Officer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Portsmouth
TYPE
Part-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Security
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Security Guarding License CCTV Monitoring Incident Reporting Patrol Procedures Detention Techniques Loss Prevention Communication Skills Attention to Detail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Security Officer

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Portsmouth (Lidl North End)
Employment: Part-time (24 hours/week, Fridays & Saturdays)
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Closing Date: 2 June 2026

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has an exciting opportunity for a Retail Security Officer at our Lidl North End Store. Enjoy discounted benefits and gain high-quality experience within the security industry. Full training and a quality induction will be provided.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a visual deterrent on the shop floor
  • Safely detain offenders following H&S training
  • Utilize store security systems, including CCTV and EAS gates
  • Collaborate with covert security operatives
  • Investigate losses and support inquiries about known offenders
  • Complete accurate incident reports and company documentation
  • Report crime incidents using a company-provided tablet
  • Conduct routine patrols to ensure customer safety
  • Record patrols in daily activity sheets
  • Provide security updates during store briefings
  • Conduct shift handovers to ensure service continuity
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for all

Qualifications

  • Door Supervision or Security Guarding License
  • Five-year checkable employment history or documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, or education

Desirable: Previous experience in a retail security role.

Benefits

  • Free SIA License Renewal
  • Competitive Holiday Entitlement
  • Pension Scheme
  • Personal Learning Hub & Additional Training
  • 24/7 Virtual GP & Healthcare Benefits
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Full Uniform Provided
  • Exclusive Discounts with Selected Companies
  • Company Share Scheme (SIP & SAYE)
  • Overtime Available

Additional Information

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s flexible benefits scheme is designed to suit your lifestyle. Access high street discounts, financial wellbeing assistance, and more through our platforms. With over 68,000 employees, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company, committed to the growth and development of our team members.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] provides a virtual GP, financial wellbeing assistance via Salary Finance, and a flexible benefits platform called Choices. Benefits include dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products, high street discounts, cycle-to-work, life cover, save-as-you-earn, and share plans.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] awards employees with [Employer hidden] Stars and offers diverse training and development. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to inclusive recruitment; reasonable adjustments can be requested via email.

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