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Security Staffing and Associated Services suppliers City Group Security are committed to increasing female representation across the UK's security industry, helping to develop a more inclusive and balanced workforce in the education sector. 🔐
As part of City Group Security’s ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation and inclusivity within the UK education security sector, the CPC framework suppliers are working to increase female representation across all levels of their workforce, building on an already above-industry-average ratio of female to male officers. The UK's security industry has traditionally been male-dominated. However, the evolving challenges within educational environments require a broader range of perspectives, skill sets and approaches. A more balanced workforce strengthens service delivery in several key areas:
A stronger safeguarding approach for students and staff
Broader perspectives on performance and decision-making
Enhanced communication and conflict resolution
More inclusive organisational culture
While significant progress has been made, women remain underrepresented in frontline and leadership roles and technical security specialisms. Addressing this imbalance is not only a matter of equity, but a real strategic priority in building resilient, responsive security services within education. At the same time, focus remains on recruiting the right individuals for every role.
City Group Security are proud to have many women who have excelled in their roles, progressed in their careers, and received recognition through industry awards, including the Female in Security Awards and ACS Pacesetters. Women across the group hold positions as frontline officers, team leaders, site supervisors, site managers, and regional operations managers, as well as roles within support functions such as finance, HR and their 24/7 control room. The organisation's senior leadership team also reflects a 50/50 gender balance, bringing diverse perspectives that strengthen both their culture and strategic direction.
As an industry leader, City Group Security also partner with charities such as Women’s Aid to support women returning to the workforce. Through funding and guidance, they help individuals obtain SIA licences and build sustainable careers in security while, looking ahead, they aim to expand their impact by engaging directly with students. Through security industry career days, the company plans to showcase the wide range of roles which are available and to promote security as a viable and rewarding career path within the education sector. Discover what else the suppliers can offer at CityGroupSecurity.com.
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