Security Officer - London - EC1V 9NR

Ward Security; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards Platform

Career Development

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee referral

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Ward Security is seeking a professional Security Officer to maintain a visible security presence at a busy London site near Old Street. You will protect occupants and visitors, patrol the premises and respond to incidents with professionalism.

Role requires an SIA licence, First Aid and Fire Marshal qualifications, plus excellent communication and a helpful attitude. Shifts are 4 on/4 off, days and nights, with comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A valid SIA Licence, First Aid and Fire Marshal qualifications are required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure and to follow site procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular internal and external patrols to identify security risks and issues.
• Monitor access, egress, passes and respond to security concerns.
• Support emergency procedures, assist evacuations and report hazards.
• Monitor CCTV and alarm systems and report faults or suspicious activity.
• Assist staff, visitors and contractors with information and support.
• Provide occasional loading bay and logistics support when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Calm under pressure

Education

SIA Licence

First Aid

Fire Marshal

Tools

CCTV monitoring

Job description

Are you a professional Security Officer with excellent customer service skills and a proactive approach to keeping people and premises safe?

Can you stay alert, respond confidently to changing situations and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment at a busy London site? We want to hear from you.

Join Ward Security as a Security Officer near one of our sites near Old Street, where you’ll play an important role in maintaining site security, supporting staff and visitors, and ensuring the building remains safe and secure. You’ll primarily focus on general security duties, with occasional support for loading bay and logistics operations when required.

Location: Old Street
Nearest tube: Old Street Station
Pay Rate: £17.85 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off Days and Nights.
Requirement: Valid SIA Licence, First Aid and Fire Marshal qualifications

What you can expect

• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential support and expert advice.
• ReWard Benefits Platform: Access to discounts on gym memberships, retailers, travel, restaurants, supermarkets and cinema tickets.
• Training and Career Development: Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within Ward Security.
• Additional Benefits: Company pension, life assurance, employee referral scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.

About the Role

As a Security Officer, you’ll help maintain a visible security presence across the site ensuring the safety of the building, its occupants and visitors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Security Patrols: Carry out regular internal and external patrols to identify security risks, suspicious activity, hazards and any issues requiring attention.
• General Security: Conduct internal and external patrols, monitor access and egress, check passes and respond to security concerns.
• Safety and Emergency Response: Support emergency procedures, assist with evacuations, report hazards and incidents, and help maintain clear fire routes and exits.
• CCTV and Alarm Monitoring: Monitor security systems as required and report faults or suspicious activity.
• Customer Service: Assist staff, visitors and contractors professionally, providing information and support where needed.
• Loading Bay Support: Provide occasional assistance with loading bay and logistics duties when operationally required.

What we’re looking for?

• A valid SIA Licence, First Aid and Fire Marshal qualifications.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to remain calm, professional and alert under pressure.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to produce clear incident reports.
• Basic IT skills and the ability to follow site procedures.
• A reliable, flexible approach to working a mixture of day and night shifts.
• A professional appearance and a commitment to teamwork, health and safety, and equality and inclusion.

What happens next?

Our Talent Team carefully reviews every application and is here to support you throughout your recruitment journey. We’ll keep you informed at every stage and, whatever the outcome, we’ll always get back to you.