Security

About the role

This is a security position at a pre-school, responsible for monitoring and controlling access to the premises, ensuring the safety and security of children, staff and visitors. You will maintain vigilance over entry and exit points, conduct regular patrols, monitor security systems, and respond to emergencies while upholding the school's child protection and safeguarding policies.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and control access to the pre-school premises, ensuring only authorised individuals are permitted to enter
• Verify the identity and purpose of visitors, contractors, vendors and service providers before granting access
• Ensure all visitors comply with the school's visitor registration and access procedures
• Monitor entry and exit points, gates, doors and other restricted areas
• Ensure gates and access points are properly secured during operating hours and after school hours
• Conduct regular patrols of the premises, including classrooms, playgrounds, parking areas, corridors and other designated areas
• Ensure that children are released only to authorised parents, guardians or persons approved by the school
• Immediately report any suspicious behaviour, unauthorised access or potential safeguarding concern to the relevant school management
• Respond promptly to security incidents, emergencies, accidents, fire alarms, medical emergencies and other safety-related situations
• Maintain a professional, courteous and approachable manner when dealing with children, parents, staff and visitors

About you

• Minimum SPM or equivalent qualification
• Previous experience in security, school, pre-school, childcare, hospitality, residential security or a similar environment is preferred
• Ability to remain alert and attentive at all times while on duty
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information obtained during the course of work
• Compliance with all school policies, procedures, safety requirements and applicable security regulations