Security Officer (Days) - HM Tower of London

Departments Security

Home Palace HM Tower of London

Status Temporary/Seasonal

Estimated Start date 1 October 2026

End Date 1 April 2027

Salary £34,119 per annum pro rata (Inclusive of supplements)

Salary Rate Pro Rata

Days/Hours of work Full Time (41 hrs p/w average). Rota pattern will include some weekends, evenings and bank holidays.

About the role and about you Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House, Kew Palace, and Hillsborough Castle. We help everyone explore the story of how monarchs and people have shaped society in some of the greatest palaces ever built. This position is currently being offered on a fixed-term basis until 31 March 2027, and we are seeking candidates who are available for the duration of the contract. You will be joining our highly-skilled Tower of London Security Team, ensuring the provision of a safe and secure environment to all visitors, staff, residents, and guests. You must have high moral and ethical standards, and treat all persons with dignity and respect - values underpinning all you do. You must demonstrate a high level of motivation and enthusiasm, to provide the very best environment in which to live and work for all customers – both internal and external. You will provide a high level of customer care and security awareness, and provide support for our other frontline visitor teams.

Your remit will be varied and far-reaching - duties will include:

• Controlling all pedestrian and vehicle activity and access to the Tower, including key control.
• Taking regular patrols, enhancing security levels and maintaining a vigilant presence.
• Responding to alarms, escalated security incidents and suspicious behaviour.
• Providing a safe and secure environment for visitors, staff and residents.
• Providing security services for evening functions and events.
• Dealing with Metropolitan Police and Emergency Services when required.
• Meeting and greeting visitors.
• Bag searches.
• Managing the Business reception desk, offering a welcoming and professional point of contact for visitors and contractors.
• Projecting a smart, efficient and helpful image at all times.

Security experience is vital - A SIA Level 2 SG qualification is essential. Please refer to the Person Specification, available to download below, for full details of the skills, knowledge, and qualifications required for this role. The successful candidate must have an enthusiastic professional approach, have high standards, be punctual and have good personal presentation, excellent customer service and communication skills. You will be working with a small team, so being a “people person” is a must, respecting all persons and differences. You should also possess a flexible approach to working and be aware that outdoor working in all weathers can be involved. We’re looking for someone who can work both as part of a team and on their own. You must possess the ability to think and act quickly and decisively in emergencies or under pressure. You would be able to use your own initiative to identify better ways of working and ensure excellent customer service. Applications without significant, demonstrable experience in varied security functions at a complex site, and the required qualifications, will not be considered.

If you have applied for this role in the past 6 months, please do not reapply. We will be considering all relevant applications

Additional Information 2026_Combined_Job_Profile_Person_Spec_ToL_Security Officer.pdf – 141KB Opens in a new window

Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce.  Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.

We are also committed to high quality Safeguarding practices and to ensure everyone is kept safe in our palaces. We have procedures in place to ensure this commitment is delivered and will deal firmly and swiftly with anyone representing our charity who does not meet our required standards

You may have experience in the following: Security Officer, Security Advisor, Security Guard, Security Supervisor, SIA Security Officer, Door Supervisor, Concierge Security Officer, Front of House Security, Corporate Security Officer, Site Security Officer, Visitor Services Security, Close Protection Officer, Retained Firefighter/Security roles, Loss Prevention Officer, etc.

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