Security Supervisor

About The Role
The Security Department at Westminster Abbey is seeking to recruit a Security Supervisor to join the existing team of Senior Beadles. As a Security Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the safety and security of Westminster Abbey, ensuring the protection of visitors, worshippers, staff, and residents on a 24-hour basis. You will be responsible for managing a small team of Security Beadles, who carry out the Abbeys historic security duties, and will operate on a shift rota that includes nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Your leadership and expertise will be integral in maintaining a secure and welcoming environment for all.

The ideal candidate will hold a minimum BTEC Level 3 qualification in Security Management (or a relevant equivalent such as police/military experience). With strong verbal communication skills, you will handle critical incidents with composure, always maintaining a calm, professional, and polite demeanour, even under pressure.

Working Hours
These are 40 hours per week. The normal arrangement of working hours is Monday to Sunday on a rota basis including day and night shifts, however the postholder will be required to work the hours to suit the needs of the organisation.

Annual Holidays
The full-time holiday entitlement is 33days per annum, including recognised public holidays.