Job Description

Be the Guardian of Our Gates: School Gatekeeper at The Island Private School!

 

The Island Private School of Limassol is looking for a vigilant, welcoming, and reliable School Gatekeeper to join our progressive, fast-growing international community.

As the first point of contact for our groundbreaking 50,000 m² mega-campus, you will be the vital link between campus security and a warm, community-first welcome. If you are a naturally alert professional who takes pride in protecting children and thrives in a dynamic international environment, we want you on our team.

 

Position Overview

• Location: The Island Private School, Palodia, Limassol, Cyprus
• Department: Campus Security / Facilities Management
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 14:00 – 18:00 (with flexibility for occasional weekend school events)
• Reports to: Facilities Manager / Head of Administration

 

Your Mission on Campus

• Entry Control & First-Class Greeting
• Gate Operations: Master the opening and secure locking of main school gates at precise daily times.
• Visitor Verification: Welcome guests with a polite yet firm attitude, verify identities, check purposes, and issue security passes.
• Log Maintenance: Accurately maintain our visitor ecosystem using digital and physical logs for all entrants and vehicles.
• Vigilant Supervision & Student Safeguarding
• Perimeter Patrols: Conduct routine foot patrols along perimeter fencing to keep our campus tightly secured.
• Peak Hour Coordination: Actively monitor entry points and supervise the main gates during busy afternoon pick-up hours.
• Child Safety: Act as a critical line of defense, ensuring no student leaves the premises without authorized parental consent or a valid exit pass.
• Emergency Response & Safety Leadership
• Incident Reporting: Stay sharp and immediately report suspicious activity or safety hazards to management.
• Crisis Support: Guide emergency service vehicles smoothly onto campus and secure vital exit routes during safety drills.

 

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Prior experience as a gatekeeper, security guard, or concierge—ideally within a school environment—is a major bonus!
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Languages: Professional fluency in English is essential. The ability to speak Greek or Russian is highly advantageous for connecting with our diverse parent community.
• Skills: High situational awareness, basic tech literacy (for digital logs and radio/walkie-talkie communication), and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Stamina: Comfort working primarily outdoors at the gatehouse through both the radiant Cyprus summer heat and winter weather.

 

What We Offer

• Competitive Package: Attractive compensation aligned with your skills and background.
• Full Benefits: Optional comprehensive medical insurance coverage and paid sick leave.
• An Inspiring Ecosystem: Work alongside an elite international team of educators and professionals on the most innovative campus in Cyprus.
• A modern, professional working environment
• Referral program with a 500 EUR bonus if you refer a successful hire to the team and they pass their 6 month probation.

 

How to Apply

How to Apply

 

Ready to protect and welcome the future generation?

 

Then, submit your CV and a brief note explaining why you are the perfect fit for this critical security role 

Apply here

Note: The Island Private School follows safer recruitment practices; all posts are subject to strict reference and background checks.

We can accept applications from those who are already a resident of Cyprus /have existing authorisation to work and unfortunately we cannot offer visa/sponsorship for this role.

 

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The Island Private School of Limassol

We make a wholesome impact on the world by seeking to inspire a love of lifelong learning in every child and the whole community, enabling them to develop their unique capacities. We prepare our students to be confident, competent, capable and responsible global citizens, who understand, respect and celebrate diversity. Our Vision (by June 2024) We are a leading progressive organisation, changing the educational paradigm: a community of 1000 thriving and flourishing students, committed families, and inspired team members, connected to a variety of local and global networks, proud to be part of the Island school.