Job Description:

SC Cleared Security Officer

Location: Chippenham, Bristol & Gloucester
Contract: 2–3 Months
Start Date: 1st September 2026, subject to SC clearance validation
Working Pattern: 4 days per week, 12-hour shifts
Pay: Estimated £550 per week / £2,200 per month – negotiable

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced SC Cleared Security Officer to support our client across their sites in Chippenham, Bristol and Gloucester.

This is a temporary 2–3-month contract, with an intended start date of 1st September 2026, subject to successful validation of the required SC clearance. The successful SC Cleared Security Officer will play an important role in maintaining a safe, secure and professional environment across the client's sites.

As an SC Cleared Security Officer, you will provide a visible security presence, monitor access to the premises and ensure all relevant security procedures are followed. You will work closely with site personnel, visitors, contractors and other security staff to maintain high standards of security throughout your shifts.

Key Responsibilities

The SC Cleared Security Officer will be responsible for providing a professional and highly visible security presence across the client's sites in Chippenham, Bristol and Gloucester.

You will monitor and control access to the premises, ensuring staff, visitors and contractors are appropriately authorised before entering secure areas. You will also carry out regular internal and external security patrols, remaining alert to potential risks, hazards, suspicious activity or breaches of security.

The role will involve monitoring CCTV and other security systems where required and responding appropriately to security concerns, incidents and emergencies. You will escalate incidents to the relevant personnel and follow all established site procedures.

You will maintain accurate security records, including incident reports, visitor information, patrol records and shift handovers. You will also ensure important information is communicated clearly to colleagues and incoming security personnel.

The role requires you to maintain a professional and approachable manner when dealing with staff, visitors and contractors, while remaining vigilant and security-conscious throughout each shift.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an SC Cleared Security Officer with previous experience working within a professional security environment and a strong understanding of confidentiality, vigilance and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, punctual and professional, with the ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with security incidents or unexpected situations.

Previous experience working within government, defence, MOD, critical infrastructure or other security-sensitive environments would be advantageous.

Essential Requirements

• Evidence of active SC Security Clearance – essential
• Valid SIA Licence – essential
• Previous experience as a Security Officer or in a similar security position.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, reliable and security-conscious approach.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, 4 days per week.
• Flexibility to work across Chippenham, Bristol and Gloucester.

Contract & Pay

This is a 2–3-month temporary contract for an SC Cleared Security Officer, with an intended start date of 1st September 2026, subject to SC clearance validation.

The working pattern will be 4 days per week, 12 hours per day.

The advertised pay is estimated at £550 per week / £2,200 per month, with pay rates negotiable depending on experience, suitability and the requirements of the role.

If you are an experienced SC Cleared Security Officer with a valid SIA Licence and are interested in a temporary opportunity across Chippenham, Bristol and Gloucester, we would be interested in hearing from you.