**Location:** Vilamoura, PT, 8125 **Date:** 29 Nov 2025 **Application closing date:** Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment. By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.**ROLE SUMMARY:** The Vilamoura International School (CIV) is a leading institution in southern Portugal, offering Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary Education with national and international curricula (Cambridge). Set within a unique natural environment and featuring a 18,500 m² playground area, CIV has, over the past 40 years, developed an educational model promoting early language acquisition (Portuguese, English), inquiry-based learning, and character formation grounded in democratic and humanistic values. This is an exciting time to join our team, as we are defining our growth strategy. New team members will have the opportunity to actively contribute to this initiative. We are seeking a dedicated and professional Security Guard / Porter to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the school’s facilities, controlling access for visitors and staff, and providing assistance when necessary. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work vigilantly and discreetly to maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized school environment.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Efficiently and securely control visitor, staff, and student access to school premises. * Respond promptly to emergency situations, contacting emergency services when required. * Maintain detailed records of visitors, entries and exits, and incidents occurring during the shift. * Ensure compliance with school security policies and guide visitors on internal rules. * Conduct security inspections of entry and exit areas, as well as common areas, when requested. * Assist students, staff, and visitors by providing support and guidance whenever necessary. * Maintain a professional, discreet, and courteous demeanor, fostering a safe and welcoming environment. **THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:** * Proven experience in security, surveillance, or similar roles, preferably within a school or institutional setting. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, staff, and visitors. * Strong observational skills and attention to detail to identify and respond swiftly to security risks. * Ability to remain calm and act decisively in emergency situations, demonstrating agile decision-making. * Reliability and punctuality, along with a responsible attitude towards maintaining a secure environment. **SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT** Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com