What security jobs are available in Oxford?

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies in Oxford across University of Oxford estates and research facilities, Westgate and city centre retail, corporate and biomedical sector offices at Oxford Science Park, and tourist and heritage sites. Roles include door supervisor positions, security guard roles, CCTV operator jobs and close protection opportunities. Every role requires a valid SIA licence.

What is BS7858 vetting and do I need it for security jobs in Oxford?

BS7858 is the British Standard for vetting individuals working in security environments. It requires a verified 5-year employment and address history with no unexplained gaps. Most security employers in Oxford require BS7858 vetting. UKSecurityJobs candidates complete their full BS7858-ready profile before applying for any role.

How do I register for security jobs in Oxford?

Register free at UKSecurityJobs, complete your BS7858-ready profile including your SIA licence details, employment history, address history and reference contacts. Your licence will be verified within 24 hours. Once verified, you can apply for security vacancies in Oxford and across the UK with a single click.

Security Jobs Oxford — SIA Licensed Vacancies

Security Jobs in Oxford

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies in Oxford — a specialist security market with strong corporate demand. Every role requires a valid SIA licence. Register once and apply to multiple Oxford employers without filling in another application form.

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Security Officer - Corporate Site (Oxford)

Risk Management Security Services

Oxford £14.75–£14.75/yr

Listed via Reed

Why Security Work in Oxford?

Oxford's world-famous university estates, research facilities, corporate sector and busy city centre create consistent demand for professional, experienced security officers.

Every vacancy listed on UKSecurityJobs requires a valid SIA licence. Employers on this platform have been verified before they can post a role — and every candidate has a complete, BS7858-ready profile including verified employment history, full address history and reference contacts ready to go.

Door Supervisor Jobs Oxford

Licensed premises, events and retail security roles requiring an SIA Door Supervisor licence.

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Security Guard Jobs Oxford

Static guarding, corporate, retail and construction site roles requiring an SIA Security Guard licence.

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CCTV Operator Jobs Oxford

Control room and public space surveillance roles requiring an SIA CCTV (PSS) licence.

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Close Protection Jobs Oxford

Personal protection and specialist security roles requiring an SIA Close Protection licence.

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Security Jobs in Oxford — Frequently Asked Questions

UKSecurityJobs lists verified security vacancies across Oxford and Oxfordshire. The University of Oxford's vast estate — covering colleges, research departments, libraries and museums — generates consistent demand for experienced, professional security officers with a strong customer service approach. Westgate Oxford is the city's primary retail security employer. The biomedical and technology sector at Oxford Science Park and Harwell Campus adds demand for corporate and specialist site security. Heritage sites and high volumes of tourists add further security requirements year-round. Every vacancy requires a valid SIA licence.

Yes. All front-line security roles in the UK require a valid SIA licence issued by the Security Industry Authority. Depending on the role, you will need a Door Supervisor, Security Guard, CCTV Operator (PSS) or Close Protection licence. UKSecurityJobs verifies every candidate's licence against the public SIA register before their profile goes live to employers.

BS7858 vetting is required across Oxford's security sector, with University of Oxford college and department security providers among the most thorough in applying the standard — some requiring enhanced DBS checks for access to sensitive research facilities. Westgate retail security, biomedical campus operators and corporate office managers across the city also enforce full BS7858 compliance. UKSecurityJobs candidates complete their full BS7858-ready profile before applying for any Oxford role.

Security pay rates in Oxford vary by role, employer, shift pattern and experience level. Every job listing on UKSecurityJobs displays the pay rate before you apply — there are no hidden rates or bait-and-switch listings. For a full breakdown of current rates by licence type and region, see the UKSecurityJobs Salary Guide.

Register free at UKSecurityJobs and complete your profile — it takes approximately 20 minutes and covers your SIA licence details, employment history, address history and reference contacts. Your SIA licence will be verified within 24 hours. Once verified, you can apply for security vacancies in Oxford and anywhere in the UK with a single click, without having to fill in another application form.

Yes. Security companies in Oxford and across the UK can register as employers and post verified security vacancies on the platform. All applications come from SIA-licensed, BS7858-ready candidates — no unsuitable applicants, no unlicensed candidates and no time wasters. Register your company here.