Business Continuity and Security Manager

Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements. All applications must be submitted via the link provided only.

The Opportunity

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead a critical function within DCG, directly influencing organisational resilience and security. As the strategic lead for business continuity and physical security, the postholder will have the chance to design and implement frameworks that safeguard students, staff, and assets, ensuring operational stability during unforeseen events. Working collaboratively across departments and with external partners, they will drive innovation in risk management and emergency preparedness, positioning DCG as a benchmark for compliance and best practice. This is a highly impactful role where decisions contribute to the long-term sustainability and reputation of the organisation, providing scope for professional growth and leadership in a vital area of organisational strategy.

Please note part time hours may be considered for this post

For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here

About You

You are a confident and strategic leader with proven experience in business continuity, security management, and emergency planning. Skilled in making critical decisions under pressure, you combine excellent communication and stakeholder engagement with an analytical mindset to deliver innovative solutions. Your ability to plan, review, and implement robust frameworks ensures compliance with regulatory requirements such as Martyn’s Law, Prevent Duty, and the Civil Contingencies Act. With a track record of managing risk assessments, continuity planning, and emergency exercises, you bring expertise in technology systems and infrastructure, alongside strong IT literacy. Ideally, you hold relevant qualifications or certifications and demonstrate a commitment to professional standards, ensuring DCG remains resilient and secure across all sites.

For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here

The Benefits

• Membership of the Local Authority Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuous development and progression opportunities

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.  An online search of the preferred candidate is completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

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