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Apprenticeship

Security first line manager

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
1.5 yr
typical
Sector
Protective services
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Maintaining a safe and secure environment for customers and employees by establishing and enforcing security policies and procedures; supervising the security guard force.

What you'd do

Supervise and brief a team of security officers at the start of each shift
Carry out patrols and monitor access control and CCTV systems
Respond to security incidents and coordinate the team's response
Complete and review incident reports and shift logs
Liaise with clients to maintain service quality and address concerns
Identify training needs and support the development of team members

What you'd learn

Security industry legislation including the Private Security Industry Act 2001
Supervising and leading a team of security officers
Operational planning for security assignments and staffing
Conflict management and de-escalation techniques
Incident response, reporting, and evidence preservation
Quality management and client relationship skills in security services
Ready to look for a place?
See live Security first line manager apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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