Security Officer in Security Ops - London Sites (9 Month FTC)

Location: London Sites - Threadneedle Street/Moorgate.

Our Security Operations team plays a vital role in keeping the Bank of England safe, secure and welcoming for everyone who works in or visits our sites. The team protects our people, buildings, information and assets while supporting the smooth running of a nationally important organisation. You will be joining a disciplined and supportive team that works closely with internal teams, law enforcement and external partners. This is a varied front-line role for someone who takes pride in providing a professional service, enjoys working with people and can remain calm and focused in a busy operational setting.

We are looking for Security Officers to help protect the Bank’s people, buildings, information and assets. You will provide a visible, professional and reassuring presence across our Threadneedle Street and Moorgate sites, helping colleagues, visitors and stakeholders feel safe, supported and welcome. In this role, you will use your judgement, communication skills and observational skills to identify potential risks, respond to incidents and escalate concerns in line with agreed procedures. No two shifts are the same, and you will be part of a team that values reliability, professionalism and teamwork. The Security Operations team works 24/7, and this role follows a rotational shift pattern, including early, late and night shifts, as well as weekends and public holidays where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a professional, visible and reassuring security presence across the site.
• Welcome and support colleagues, visitors, members of the public and senior stakeholders in a courteous and confident way.
• Carry out security duties such as guarding, internal and external patrols, searches, and checks of deliveries or mail where required.
• Stay alert to unusual activity or potential security risks and take appropriate action in line with procedures.
• Help protect the Bank’s buildings, infrastructure and high-value assets through effective monitoring and response.
• Monitor activity around the perimeter, identify potential risks and report concerns promptly and accurately.
• Support a safe, secure and professional environment for everyone using or visiting the site.
• Under the direction of the Security Shift Supervisor, monitor CCTV, alarms, access control and fire systems to identify and respond to incidents or anomalies.
• Record incidents, alarms and actions accurately, keeping clear logs in line with procedures.
• Maintain clear communication with officers on the ground, supervisors and other relevant teams.
• Respond calmly and effectively to security incidents, alarms and emergency situations.
• Follow emergency procedures, including supporting evacuations, as directed.
• Provide first aid where trained and required.
• Support supervisors and emergency services by preserving scene integrity and providing accurate information.

Role Requirements

Minimum Criteria

• Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, accurate incident reports and engage professionally with visitors, VIPs and senior stakeholders.
• Evidence of working effectively in a high-security, high-demand or operational environment, where procedures, vigilance and consistency are required.
• Demonstrable physical capability to undertake the requirements of the role, including standing for extended periods and carrying out patrols during long shifts.
• Experience of monitoring or operating security systems, such as CCTV, alarms or access control systems.
• Demonstrable ability to respond appropriately to security incidents, including following emergency procedures and escalating issues when required.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrable attention to detail, with the ability to identify unusual, suspicious or non-compliant activity and take appropriate action.
• Evidence of remaining calm and responsive under pressure, including making timely decisions in developing or unexpected situations.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions accurately, while applying agreed policies, procedures and standards.
• Demonstrable record-keeping skills, including maintaining accurate daily activity logs and preparing factual incident reports for management review.
• Commitment to delivering a professional, customer-focused security service, including maintaining a respectful and reassuring presence.
• Evidence of flexibility and teamwork, including supporting supervisors, adapting to operational priorities and covering additional duties when required.

Desirable Criteria

• Valid frontline SIA Licence or proven evidence of completion of SIA frontline training.
• Current First Aid certification or evidence of relevant first aid training.
• CCTV operator qualification or demonstrable experience operating CCTV systems in a security environment.

The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England, we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work.

Salary: £28,640 FTE per year, plus an £8,000 shift allowance. Salary and benefits will be provided on a pro-rated basis for the duration of the 9-month fixed-term contract.

Employment in this role will be subject to the National Security Vetting clearance process and the passing of additional Bank security checks in accordance with the Bank policy.

The assessment process will comprise of two stages. This role closes for applications on 20 November 2026.