Security Officers for hire in Barnsley

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    163

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    10%
    Customer Service
    10%
    Organisational Skills
    9%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    44%
    Vocational or technical training
    34%
    Bachelor's degree
    22%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    Less than a year
    20%
    3-5 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • G4s
    • Securitas Security Services
    • ASDA
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    43%
    More than 5 years
    43%
    2-5 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 163 profiles for Security Officers in Barnsley

Last updated: 8 Nov 2026

Security Officer: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Barnsley: £39,098 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £31,173 – £49,038 yearly
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  • Security Officer

    Barnsley

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid at WorkFirst Aid CertificationSIANVQDriving LicenceLevel 2 in Customer Service+1 more

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementSecurityCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Word
  • Security officer

    Barnsley

    Licenses & certifications

    CCTVSecurityLogisticsSIADriving LicenceMilitary

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganisational SkillsLeadershipSurveillanceCustomer Service
  • Security Officer

    Barnsley

    Licenses & certifications

    SecuritySIADriving Licence

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsSecurityCustomer ServiceCash HandlingStockingMicrosoft Word
  • Security Officer

    Barnsley

    Licenses & certifications

    Category C LicenceCar up to 3.5 TonnesDrivingPhysical StocktakingCategory CE LicenceCategory C1 Licence+10 more

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingBasic MathsCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsTime Management
  • Security Officer

    Barnsley

    Licenses & certifications

    Order PickerPallet Truck OperationReach Truck Licence – Any Recognised UK ProviderCustomer ServiceScissor LiftLevel 2 in Customer Service+17 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipLevel 2 in Customer ServicePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) UseCustomer ServiceIncident Reporting
  • Dental nurse apprentice

    Birdwell

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid at WorkFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationNVQSIABookkeeping+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsSales PersuasionSalesHospitalityTravel Arrangements

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What's the average time to fill a security officer role?

The average time to fill a security officer role is 61 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do security officers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a security officer include: communication skills, customer service and organisational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for security officers?

Common licenses or certifications for security officers include: SIA, Driving Licence and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to security officers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security officers include: dental nurse apprentice and business risk & compliance officer.

What level of education is common for a security officer?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a security officer in Barnsley, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a security officer?

Most security officers have 18 years of professional experience.

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