Securing a better future – that’s the title of a BSIA guide to careers in the security industry, available online at the BSIA website.
The document describes the variety of roles in private security (such as cash in transit courier, mobile patrol officer or electronic technician) and outlines who needs a SIA licence to work. Paul Tennent, who chairs the BSIA’s trainers section, suggests what to look for in a training provider. Also mentioned are the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) for the military; and the Bridging the Gap (BtG) initiative whereby training colleges offer courses to place young people in the security industry, such as in event stewarding.
The guide offers several case studies of workers. For instance Andrew Ruson, a 31-year-old from Warrington and with a health condition, turned to Remploy for support when he lost his last job. “The help Remploy provided really helped to turn around my life,” said Andrew, who secured a job as a security officer with a BSIA member company.
His determination combined with his successful entry in the industry meant Andrew celebrated a promotion just three months after joining the BSIA member company.
“My confidence was dented by unemployment,” added Andrew. “Now, I am enjoying being back in work again – and being promoted to supervisor is the icing on the cake.”
For the 12-page guide in full visit the British Security Industry Association website – http://www.bsia.co.uk/web_images/publications/148_careers_guide.pdf
