Location
Hampton Court Palace, London

Hours
Full-time, 39.375 hours per week working a day/night shift pattern: 2 day shifts (06:30 to 18:30) followed by 2 night shifts (18:30 to 06:30) across one team for the 4 days.

Salary
£29,777 per annum plus a 3.375 additional hours supplement (AHS) of £2,791.59 and a 15% shift allowance of £4,466.55 per annum.

About the Role
Historic Royal Palaces is an independent charity caring for six of the world’s most iconic palaces. We are seeking a Security Officer to join our Operations Team at Hampton Court Palace to ensure a safe and secure environment for visitors and staff. Your role will involve providing a professional, vigilant security presence through control room operations, controlling pedestrian and vehicle access, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, responding to security incidents and fire alarm activations, and proactive patrolling of the buildings and grounds. You will contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment in one of the UK’s most historic sites.

Experience
Proven security experience in a similar role is essential. Knowledge of basic security principles and familiarity with CCTV, alarm, and fire systems is required. Evidence of skills development such as SIA training or security courses is advantageous. Recent experience handling emergency situations is preferred.

About you
You will be confident using technical systems and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel). Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for maintaining daily logs. You must demonstrate self-motivation, reliability, the ability to work independently and as part of a team. A full driving licence is required.

Qualifications
Relevant security qualifications and SIA licence are advantageous but not explicitly stated as mandatory. Commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities is essential, reflecting the charity’s values and standards.