CR2 Security Group has been appointed as the official security provider for Bath College, following a detailed and competitive tender process. The independent security firm, which operates across the Southwest of England, will deliver a comprehensive range of services across the college’s City Centre and Somer Valley campuses.
Under the new agreement, CR2 Security Group will provide on-site security and safeguarding officers, keyholding and alarm response, mobile patrols, and scheduled locking and unlocking of college facilities. The integrated service aims to maintain a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors, while protecting college assets during and outside of operating hours.
Bath College educates thousands of learners annually and is recognized for its broad range of academic, vocational, and apprenticeship programmes. The college’s appointment of CR2 Security Group reflects its commitment to maintaining a secure and supportive environment for its community.
Emphasis on Safeguarding and Professional Standards
Security provision within educational settings requires a balance of vigilance, sensitivity, and professionalism. Providers must demonstrate a clear safeguarding ethos and an understanding of the unique needs of young people. This includes ensuring that all officers are appropriately trained, vetted, and capable of working within a learning environment in close coordination with safeguarding teams and local authorities.
Speaking about the appointment, Emma Channon, Director of Estates at Bath College, said:
“Following a long process of tendering we are pleased to have awarded the security contract at Bath College to CR2 Security. As a college that works closely in the community we were keen to partner with a company that could provide us with a personable service, delivering not only the personnel to support us but also work with us to raise awareness of many issues around our prevent programme. We are excited to begin working with CR2 as partners to not only safeguard our students but also to work alongside raising awareness of keeping yourself safe.”
Jason Grant, Managing Director of CR2 Security Group, added:
“Selecting the right security partner is a crucial decision for any institution and Bath College has made an excellent choice. This contract represents a pivotal step in our company’s growth, but more importantly, it allows us to further demonstrate the high standards, professionalism and safeguarding focus that CR2 is recognized for. We take immense pride in supporting such a respected educational establishment and in playing a meaningful role in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of its students and staff.”
Expanding Presence in the Education Sector
The Bath College partnership reinforces CR2 Security Group’s growing footprint across the education and commercial sectors. The company continues to support a range of clients throughout the Southwest, including local authorities, private enterprises, and public institutions.
About CR2 Security Group
Founded in the Southwest of England, CR2 Security Group provides tailored security solutions across education, corporate, commercial, and public-sector environments. Operating throughout Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, and Hampshire, the company delivers services including manned guarding, mobile patrols, keyholding, and alarm response.
CR2 Security Group continues to focus on professional standards, innovation, and service reliability to meet the evolving needs of its clients.