Security-Officers for hire in Reading
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills7%Security7%Customer Service6%Education level
High school diploma or GED48%Vocational or technical training30%Bachelor's degree15%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%6-10 years30%1-2 years10%Current company
MITIE Security
Amulet (Churchill Security Solutions) LtdArena Security
Time at current job
2-5 years75%Less than a year13%More than 5 years13%
Browse Indeed's database of 324 profiles for Security-Officers in Reading
Last updated: 3 Oct 2026
Security Officer: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Reading: £40,963 yearly
- Typical salaries range from £32,922 – £50,968 yearly
*Indeed data (GB)
Security Officer
Reading
Licenses & certifications
SecurityEDIFirst AidSIAFirst Aid CertificationTransport ExperienceSkills
LeadershipOrganisational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceTraining & DevelopmentSecurity Officer
Reading
Licenses & certifications
CSCSCCTVSecurityFront-Of-House Security DutiesCar up to 3.5 TonnesSIA+6 moreSkills
Time ManagementOrganisational SkillsCustomer ServiceTypingSecurityMicrosoft WordSecurity Supervisor
Reading
Licenses & certifications
CCTVFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationSIADriving LicenceSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipDiplomacyCustomer ServiceComputer LiteracySecurity Officer/Relief Supervisor
Earley
Licenses & certifications
Safeguarding CertificationCCTVDBS Check ProcessingSecuritySafeguarding ProceduresFront-Of-House Security Duties+3 moreSkills
Driving LicenceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementSIASecurity Officer
Woodley
Licenses & certifications
CCTVConflict ManagementFirst Aid AdministrationFirst Aid ResponseDefibrillatorsBasic Life Support+9 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganisational SkillsInventory ControlOperations ManagementSystem AdministrationSecurity Officer
Reading
Licenses & certifications
SecurityFirst AidSIAFirst Aid CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipCustomer SupportMicrosoft WordWord ProcessingStore Management
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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 60 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, security and customer service.
What licenses or certifications are common for security-officers?
Common licenses or certifications for security-officers include: SIA, First Aid Certification and First Aid.
What are some job titles related to security-officers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to security-officers include: security supervisor, security team leader and electrician.
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 Reading, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a security officer?
Most security-officers have 16 years of professional experience.
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