VACANCIES
We are always keen to hear from talented and customer oriented individuals who are looking for a long term role in security. We offer good rates of pay, excellent working conditions and generous staff benefits. Whether you are looking for a first step on the ladder or considering a new challenge we would love to hear from you.
Speculative CV’s can also be sent to applications@unitrust.co.uk however, due to the volume of enquires we receive they may not be replied to immediately or until a suitable vacancy arises.
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Please note that all applicants will require satisfactory references from all previous employers and educational establishments for a period covering the previous 5 years of employment. Offers of employment are always subject to suitable references being obtained.
FOR OUR CURRENT VACANCIES ON OUR JOB BOARD
UNITRUST CAREER PATHWAY
In the past four years, we invested in excess of £150k in staff training and our budget continues to grow as we add new members to our team. It is a significant investment but one we are fully committed to and is at the heart of the core values of our business.
Each new employee has SIA License Linked Training (LLT) to assess knowledge and address any gaps. Our Training, Learning & Development strategy starts at induction including training on health & safety, customer service, equality and diversity, dress/etiquette and more. This is the start of Unitrust’s Career Mapping Pathway.
We offer the following training via:
• Unitrust online training platform (from conflict management to sexual harassment modules)
• More than 6,500 CPD hours logged this year (15h per employee)
• ACT Awareness
• ACT Security
• H&S courses eg IOSH
• Professional qualifications
• Classroom courses for line management eg HR
• Onsite ‘toolbox talks’ by Site Managers
• Workshops with organisations eg suicide negotiation by the City of London Police
• Apprenticeships
• Partnership with City of Westminster College
• Newsletters and other email updates with advice, updates and links for further information.
CELEBRATING TALENT
Celebrating the people who make Unitrust exceptional
The Unitrust “Hero” Awards are our annual employee awards programme designed to celebrate the people, values and innovation that make us exceptional
These awards celebrate our outstanding colleagues and teams who go above and beyond whether that’s through outstanding client service, teamwork, creative ideas, or contributions to our wider community.
These are the categories open for nomination:
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Social Value Award – Recognising contributions to ESG and community impact
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Unsung Hero Award – For quiet determination, bravery, and going the extra mile
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The Chairman’s Award – Honouring those who truly embody our Unitrust values
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Customer Excellence Award – For consistently exceeding client expectations
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Rising Star Award– Celebrating emerging talent and early contributions
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Team Award – For outstanding collaboration and collective success
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Innovator Award – Recognising forward-thinking ideas and impactful change
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Site Manager/Supervisor of the Year Award– For exceptional leadership and operational excellence
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Security Officer of the Year Award– For going above and beyond in their role
Get Involved!
Anyone can nominate a Unitrust colleague – whether you're part of our team or one of our clients.
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Submitting a nomination is quick and easy using our online form (click the button below)
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You can nominate at any time, for any category
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Individuals and teams can be nominated more than once
Finalists are selected by a judging panel that includes external independent judges to ensure fairness and objectivity.​​
Nominate someone exceptional today!
We make sure that everyone on our team is clear on how to improve and progress, with regular appraisals and assessments of their Personal Development Plans. Wherever possible it is our goal to promote from within and we have many examples of this in our business. Our belief is that additional skills, benefit both our team and our clients and help us retain our vision of always providing the highest standards of security.
WHY JOIN UNITRUST
As well as a clear progression pathway we offer several benefits to our employees that aren’t often seen in the industry including:
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Company Sick pay
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Life assurance
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Loans and advances for those suffering from the cost-of-living crisis
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Tech and Cycle schemes – interest free loans
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – including professional advice or counselling for financial, marriage and housing issues
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Wellness Action Plan training for management to support mental health in the workplace
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Service milestones – staff bonuses and extra holiday for those who have worked for UniTrust for 5, 10, 15, and 20 years
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Monthly and quarterly employee awards
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‘Thank you’ gestures – for going above and beyond while performing day to day duties
We regularly check market rates and have encouraged 98% of clients to pay the London Living Wage (LLW). We aim to join the LLW foundation during 2023.
HIGH
STAFF
RETENTION
AVERAGE
LENGTH OF SERVICE
IS 6 YEARS
450+
EMPLOYEES
CONTINUOUS
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
WORK EXPERIENCE
We love to hear from young people who are looking to explore a career in the security industry. We can provide insight days and opportunities to deliver short periods of voluntary work experience.
If you are a secondary school student please be aware we can only offer work experience at our head office in Wembley and for those who are aged 16 and over.
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In all cases, please first send a covering letter outlining the work experience you are looking for as well as a CV to info@unitrust.co.uk and we will get back to you.