Security Jobs as a Way Out of Credit Cut

The government has announced that Jobseekers on Universal Credit will have to look for jobs outside their chosen field more quickly or will face benefit cuts under new plans. People on Universal Credit will have to find jobs in four weeks rather than three months. Security is one of the only industries that allows you to go from unemployment to training, training to qualified, qualified to employed in under four weeks, without facing any benefit cuts. 

What is Universal Credit?

Universal Credit is a government scheme to help individuals with their living expenses. Those with a low income, out of work or unable to work can also apply. 

What’s happened to Universal Credit?

The UK Government has announced the reduction of benefits for jobseekers on Universal Credit if they fail to make reasonable efforts to get a job or if they turn down employment. Ministers want 500,000 jobseekers to be employed by the end of June 2022. 

How can you build a long-term career in Security within 4 weeks?

After the pandemic, job vacancies hit a record high of 1.22 million between September and November. The UK private Security sector has seen a high proportion of vacancies due to Brexit and Covid-19. Although working in Security may seem difficult due to its risky nature, the path to building your security career is rather quick and easy. 

If you are a jobseeker on Universal Credit, training for a career in Security could be deemed as making reasonable efforts to seek a job. Get Licensed has over 85 training locations over the UK so you can get a booking for one of the hottest security careers from anywhere in the UK in a matter of days! 

It takes around 4 weeks to establish a career in the Security Industry. If you’re wondering how that’s possible, take a look at the timeline we’ve created for the top careers in security. 

SECURITY CAREER TIMELINE

Those seeking jobs in the Security industry, usually find employment immediately after their licence arrives. Therefore, the total time it takes to secure a job in the Security industry is 4 weeks, with CCTV being the shortest course of action. 

We have developed the Get Licensed app to speed up your job search process, the ultimate solution for your security training and employment needs. 

4 reasons why Job Seekers should join the Security Industry

While there is a debate that the Government’s decision is a callous move forcing people to take up any job, having a career in Security, the most-in demand sector right now can offer great long-term job opportunities.

These are the top 4 reasons to join the Security Industry right now:

1. Job Opportunities

According to a report by The Guardian, the UK’s economy has been hit by a staffing squeeze after the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit. As a result, industries such as night entertainment and hospitality are facing a shortage of security staff, while there are many vacancies to be filled. 

This is great news for those seeking jobs or willing to start a career in the Security Industry. With rising demand, there are many promising opportunities in the Security Industry that need to be explored. 

2. Increasing pays

Due to the shortage of security staff in various industries, employers are paying 25% more to attract people. So, not only can you find good job opportunities right now, but you can also take advantage of increased pay in the Security industry. 

3. Long-term security

If you choose to work with a private security company with the right SIA qualifications, you can progress in your career from a junior position to a Team lead or even a Senior Management role. To build your CV, the key is to consistently train and develop yourself and gain multiple skills and qualifications, such as SIA top-up training, First Aid Training (FAW), and Anti Counters Terrorism (ACT) Training course. A career in security can be long-term if you aspire to develop yourself and stay committed. 

You can even become a trainer and pass on your knowledge to impassioned students looking to start a career in security. 

4. Career Progression

In the Security Industry, career progression is quick as long as you stay consistent and work hard. Many individuals who trained through the Get Licensed platform advance in their careers as Senior Security Operations Managers, Team Leader, Team Supervisor a few years after getting their licence. 

If you are dependent on Universal Credit and still out of work, then you may need to act fast before your benefits are reduced. Consider the possibilities of starting a career in the UK’s Security Industry. There are plenty of opportunities to explore and you never know how quickly you can get on top of the ladder! 

Looking for jobs? 

To find the latest security jobs, check out our Jobs Board, which has 1,000+ jobs from the UK’s best security companies. 

If you’re on the hunt for a security job on the go, download the GuardPass app for all the latest jobs and more. The GuardPass App is available for download on the Apple App Store or on the Google Play Store.