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Physical Security Engineer

Sandwell College

Sandwell

  • £28,278 - £32,783 per year
  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
27 October 2025
Apply by:
18 September 2025

Job overview

The successful candidate will assist with the design, installation, configuration, maintenance, monitoring, and operation of these systems. You will work within the IT and Network Services Team and will be required to respond to requests relating to these systems. This includes compiling evidence for security incidents, conducting routine system checks, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and data protection requirements, and technically supporting the systems.

You will also work closely with our safeguarding and security teams, liaise with external suppliers, and support wider IT and networking tasks, including cabling. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across both IT and physical security systems while making a real impact in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

We are looking for a self-motivated, results-driven individual with the technical skills and qualifications to support our security and IT systems. Ideally, you will hold an SIA CCTV badge, manufacturer accreditations with security or cabling providers, and at least a Level 2 qualification in a relevant technical subject. You should have proven experience installing and configuring security equipment, fault finding and resolving issues, working with security management systems and helpdesks, and installing and maintaining structured cabling systems. Experience in maintaining accurate records, asset management, and previous work within an education setting would be an advantage. Strong teamwork skills are essential, but you should also be confident working independently to achieve results.

Benefits

✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around
🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential
🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
💆‍♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning
💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health
🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.












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About Sandwell College

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About Sandwell College

Sandwell College is a great place to work; a large, successful and growing College that has achieved significant success over recent years and has further, big ambitions for its future.

It has two state of the art campuses in West Bromwich accessible through excellent transport links and, following a successful merger with Cadbury Sixth Form College, has an exciting presence in Birmingham.

The majority of the College’s full-time students are aged 16-18, studying courses designed to give them skills for the modern workplace in a learning environment fully equipped with a specialist automotive centre, beauty and hairdressing salons, computer suites, construction workshops, engineering and science laboratories, fashion and photography studios, a sports hall and a 170-seater theatre.

Principal

Lisa Capper (MBE)

Values and vision

Sandwell College aims to help students achieve their goals and take their next step, whether that be further progression with the college, Higher Education, or employment and training. It also aims to offer its students first class guidance and support and to do everything it possibly can to help them succeed, driving innovation and quality forward.

Sandwell College’s objective is to give young people the best possible transition from school to college and get them into top universities and careers. It is also strongly committed to creating opportunities for its adult learners by working closely with local and regional businesses, both large and small, to help them develop a skilled workforce.

Ofsted

“The large majority of students make good or better progress. Students develop very good personal, social and employability skills that prepare them well for further study and for the world of work. Teaching and learning are good, and often outstanding. Students benefit from the college’s excellent teaching, study and social spaces, with very high quality resources and equipment to support learning.”

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