Security Officer (Casual)

Carlisle Support Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Pension Scheme

Health Plans

Wagestream

Discounts & Rewards

Employee Assistance

Refer a Friend

Job summary

Carlisle Support Services in Greater London is seeking security personnel to join our team. We welcome applicants with SIA guarding or door supervision licences and provide training and support to succeed. You’ll be part of a dedicated team protecting venues and customers.

We value reliability, customer service, and a proactive attitude. This role offers training, a friendly workplace, and opportunities to grow within a leading security provider in the UK.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable, and professional in all interactions.
• Keen to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Experienced in customer-facing roles or interested in building those skills.
• At least 18 years old – licence requirement by the Security Industry Authority.
• Punctual, dependable, flexible, and assured.
• SIA Guarding or Door Supervision licence holders.

Responsibilities

• Offer guidance and a friendly face as the first point of contact for customers.
• Ensure the safety and security of colleagues and customers, providing a sense of assurance.
• Be a smart, approachable, and proactive security presence.
• Manage and respond to incidents calmly and effectively.
• Conduct security patrols, manage access points, and deter unauthorised activity.
• Build strong relationships as part of a supportive team.

Skills

Customer-facing

Punctual | Reliable

Team player

SIA Licence

Job description

The benefits

• A competitive hourly rate of pay – paid monthly
• Access to Company Pension Scheme after qualifying period
• Health and Wellbeing Plans
• Wagestream - financial flexibility and instant access to earned and authorised wages
• Fizz Benefits – discounts, rewards, and benefits, helping you save money every day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Refer a Friend Scheme

The Role

We’re looking for motivated, approachable, and dependable people to join our team. We’re proud to support a diverse workforce and welcome applications from women and people from all walks of life. This role is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to build a fulfilling career in security. Join our team and help to make a positive impact.

We’re looking for people who are

• Friendly, approachable, and professional in all interactions.
• Keen to learn, grow, and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Experienced in customer-facing roles or interested in building those skills.
• At least 18 years old - licence requirement by the Security Industry Authority.
• Punctual, dependable, flexible, and assured.
• SIA Guarding or Door Supervision licence holders.

Previous experience in security is great, but if you’ve only recently got your SIA licence that’s fine. What’s just as important is your enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We will provide all the training and support you need to succeed. Our goal is to help you to become a valued member of the Carlisle team.

Your core responsibilities will include

• Offering guidance, information, and a friendly face as a first point of contact for customers.
• Ensuring the safety and security of colleagues and customers, providing a sense of assurance.
• Being a smart, approachable, and proactive presence as a security representative.
• Managing and responding to incidents effectively while remaining calm under pressure.
• Conducting security patrols, managing access points, and deterring unauthorised activity.
• Building strong relationships as part of a supportive and professional team.

This role is about more than just security. It’s about making a difference through supporting our customers in your local community. Providing a warm welcome, reassuring presence, and creating a safe environment for all.

About Us

We’re proud to work with some of the UK’s most iconic brands. Our venues, include Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Jaguar Land Rover, Tesco, and BBC StudioWorks. Join over 5,000 team members delivering security, events, cleaning, and facilities services across the UK.

We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from parents returning to work, career changers, and those with a passion for making a difference.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Carlisle, Equality, diversity, and inclusion is a core focus in all areas of employment. This includes recruitment and selection, training and development, and promotion. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We judge all candidates solely on merit and ability.

We employ amazing individuals from all races, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. We have a culture where employees can feel appreciated and valued at work. This culture is free from unlawful or unfair discrimination and values diversity.

We always treat each other fairly and with dignity and respect. Creating an environment where we can all do something amazing for the company and ourselves.