Day Security Officer

Permanent
Location: London
Hours: 4 on, 4 off – 07.00am-19.00pm
Pay: £13.85 per hour

Join Our Team as a Day Security Officer!

Are you a vigilant and dedicated professional looking for a rewarding career in security? We are seeking a reliable and proactive Day Security Officer to help maintain a safe and secure environment for our staff, visitors, and assets. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring premises, conducting patrols, responding to incidents, and ensuring that security protocols are upheld at all times. If you have strong observational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to handle situations calmly and professionally, we would love to hear from you!

About the Role:

As a Day Security Officer! you will be responsible for:

• Carry out security beat patrols throughout the Museum's 25 galleries and the Dana Centre as instructed by the Control Room Supervisor ensuring that all Museum collections and assets are secure.
• To actively support Health and Safety objectives by responding to all emergencies in accordance with procedure and to play an integral part in the safe evacuation of visitors, staff and contractors minimising risk
• Play an integral role in any emergency including evacuation, dealing with unsocial behaviour or first aid incidents..
• Investigate matters of concern reported by the Control Room.
• Provide a visible preventative security presence by patrolling galleries and concourse areas.
• To contribute toward the maintenance of a clean, welcoming environment for visitors – for example, by picking up litter, reporting or dealing with spillages, etc.
• Assist vulnerable visitors, e.g. lost children or children with special education needs, in a considerate and supportive manner.
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• Why Join Us?

• Annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks
• Lifestyle Benefits – Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme. 
• Learning & Development – we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.  
• Health and Wellbeing – Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
• Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents. 
• Financial support 
• Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
• Progression opportunities – many of our team go on to senior and site management roles
• A welcoming, respectful team culture
• Uniform and full induction provided
• Cycle to work scheme

What we are looking for:

• SIA Door Supervisor Licence
• Excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrate the ability to think and act quickly in emergencies or under pressure
• Have an ability to deliver succinct and clear verbal and written reports where necessary
• Demonstrate reliability including the ability to deliver high standards of both punctuality and attendance in order to ensure team effectiveness and availability
• Demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team.
• Able to deal calmly and confidently with all demands from the public.

Interested? Apply now and secure your future with us! 
Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications

Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability 
Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.   

Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenge