Security Officer - Cambridge - CB1 (3-Month Fixed Term Contract)
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- WhereCambridge
- Posted21 October 2026
About us
Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.
We are a people-focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly because we know our people are our greatest asset. We invest in their development and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers within the security industry.
A career with Dardan means joining an ACS Pacesetter and a company recognised by Infologue as “One to Watch.”
Our mission
Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart.
We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.
Our Vision
To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.
Reward and Benefits
Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
3-Month Fixed Term Contract
£14.75 per hour
60 hours per week
12 hour shift pattern, Monday to Friday days
Up to 28 days paid holiday (site and shift dependant)
Recognition rewards
Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
Virtual GP Service
Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits
The Opportunity
We are seeking a professional, customer-focused Security Officer to join our team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This role combines exceptional front-of-house service with effective security support, ensuring a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for visitors, clients, and colleagues.
As the first point of contact on site, you will play a key role in creating a positive experience while maintaining the highest standards of security, vigilance, and professionalism.Provide a warm, professional, and courteous welcome to all visitors and staff.
Your duties include (but are not limited to):
Manage reception and concierge duties, including visitor registration and access control
Conduct regular patrols and security checks of the premises
Respond promptly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, and customer enquiries
Maintain accurate records, reports, and site documentation
Issue visitor passes and ensure access procedures are followed
Support the delivery of health and safety procedures across the site
Build strong relationships with clients, visitors, and colleagues to maintain a positive working environment
Full in-house training will be provided.
Essential Skills and Experience
Valid SIA Licence
Valid CCTV Licence (desirable)
Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
Punctual and reliable
Passionate about creating an expectational customer experience
Knowledge of the MS packages (excel, word, outlook)
Highly intuitive with a curious mindset
Highly presentable in line with our corporate brand
Resilient and pro-active in your work
Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive and ethical professionals. We achieve this by attracting and retaining people from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive environment for our employees and clients.
We recruit based on talent, skills and potential and continue to develop a culture where everyone is respected and valued. We believe diversity of thought, experience and perspective strengthens our business, encourages innovation and supports better collaboration.
We welcome applications from people who share our values and want to be part of a professional, supportive and forward-thinking security team.
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What this role involves
General background for security officer roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.
- Check staff and visitors in and out of buildings
- Guard cash or other valuables in a security vehicle
- Operate scanning equipment and devices, for example at airports
- Typical pay (UK)
- £20,000 starting · £35,000 experienced
- Typical hours
- 37 to 48 a week
Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0
Applications open on Dardan Security's own careers site.
