A Night Shift Security Officer is typically required to manage an assigned location during the hours of the night. Typically, a Night Shift Security Officer will be required to work 12hr shifts on a 4 on 4 off basis. Hours such as 19:00 to 07:00 are very normal for this position.
To become a Night Shift Security Officer, you must first obtain an SIA Door Supervisor Licence or Security Guard Licence.
To get an SIA Door Supervisor Licence, you will need to successfully attend the 6 day course, as well as pass all of the multiple-choice exams and practical assessments. The SIA Door Supervisor Licence training starts at £249.99 and has a licence fee of £190.00, which is valid for three years.
To get an SIA Security Guard Licence, you will need to successfully attend the 3 day course, as well as pass all 3 of the multiple-choice exams. The SIA Security Guard Licence starts at £159.99 and has a licence fee of £190.00, which is valid for three years.
Depending on the company that you are working for, most employers will require that you hold a valid full drivers licence, and suggest that having a CCTV Licence could be an advantage.
To get an SIA CCTV Licence, you will need to successfully attend the 3 day course, as well as pass 2 multiple-choice exams and practical assessments. The SIA CCTV Licence starts at £179.99 and has a licence fee of £190.00, which is valid for three years.
Start a successful career as a Night Shift Security Officer by following these steps:
This is the first step to become a Night Shift Security Officer
Can consist of multiple choice exams and includes a physical assessment.
You can apply for your licence through the postoffice after passing the course
Once you have your licence, you can start applying for Night Shift Security Officer jobs in your area
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The responsibilities of a Night Shift Security Officer can vary slightly depending on the company that you are working for. However, some of the most common responsibilities include;
In summary, Night Shift Security Officers are expected to keep their assigned location safe and secure.
The average salary of a Night Shift Security Officer can vary depending on previous experience, qualifications and the company that you are working for.
Typically, a Night Shift Security Officer can make anywhere between £8.00 to £11.00 hourly.