Assistant Security Operations Manager (KD13565)

About the role 

We are seeking a proactive, people-focused Assistant Security Operations Manager to support the leadership of a 24/7 security operation protecting students, staff, visitors, and the wider University estate.

Reporting to the Security Operations Manager, you will help lead operational teams to deliver a responsive, high-quality, and customer-focused security service.

This is a permanent, full-time role (36.5 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days), with participation in an on-call rota approximately one week in three. An additional allowance is payable for on-call duties.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and supervise security teams and shift supervisors in delivering 24/7 operationsManage daily operations including staffing, resource deployment, and rota coordinationAct as initial ground commander during emergencies and critical incidents, including escalation and liaison with emergency servicesOversee incident management systems, ensuring accurate reporting, investigations, and evidence handling (CCTV and statements)Support safeguarding, welfare incidents, and major university events (e.g. Open Days, Graduations, protests)Ensure compliance with University policies and statutory requirements, and support staff performance, training, and developmentAct as deputy for the Security Operations Manager when required

Special Conditions

Occasional out-of-hours work due to incidents or major eventsOn-call duties approximately one week in three, with additional paymentOvertime for critical incidents or planned events compensated via TOILAbout You

You will:

Have experience in security operations with supervisory responsibilityBe confident managing incidents in high-pressure environmentsBe calm, decisive, and able to take control in emergenciesHave experience managing staff performance and operational issuesBe strong in communication, report writing, and incident documentationUnderstand investigations, evidence handling, and basic legal principlesBe organised with strong planning and resource management skillsBuild effective working relationships with staff and partnersHold (or be willing to obtain) an SIA Door Supervisor licenceHold a full UK driving licence and be willing to work on-callFurther information

The appointment will be made subject to a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check being obtained.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Mike Porter, Head of Security Services on mjp58@bath.ac.uk. However please ensure that you submit your application through the university website.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students and encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We're very proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. an accredited Disability Confident Leader; autism friendly university, committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff. 

What we can offer you

We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer:

Free counselling services through Health AssuredCycle to work schemeElectric vehicle salary sacrifice schemeStaff discount at Team Bath gymStaff discounts on postgraduate tuition feesStaff discount on language coursesGenerous employer contributory pension schemesGenerous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balanceA wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and moreFree entry to the Holburne Museum in BathLocal discounts and moreA family-friendly workplace An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforceRelocation allowanceVisa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses

Find out more about our benefits and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work as well as following us X and LinkedIn.

                                            

Closing Date: 30 Apr 2026

Department: Operations & Facilities Support

Salary: £38,784 to £46,049 (plus 4.5 % on call allowance in addition to the basic salary)