Perimeter Security Officer

Job summary

We are on the lookout for vigilant and dynamic Perimeter Security Officers to join our Parliamentary Security Department at the House of Commons. You will be an important layer of Security in safeguarding democracy, playing a key part in maintaining a secure and accessible UK Parliament.

Find out more about working at the House of Commons.

Job description

From controlling high-profile vehicle and pedestrian access points, to facilitating the safe arrival of VIPs and public visitors alike, you’ll be the friendly face of Parliament’s protective layer. You will help to manage spontaneous incidents, planned events, and everything in between.

If you are level-headed under pressure, a natural communicator, and passionate about public service, we want to hear from you. Join us in keeping the heart of UK democracy safe, secure, and open for business.

Net conditioned full-time working hours are 36 per week as part of a shift pattern. The exact daily times of attendance will be agreed with line management.

Person specification

• Proven ability to identify risks, work independently, and develop practical solutions communicated clearly to stakeholders.
• Strong situational awareness with the ability to assess threats, stay calm under pressure, and make sound, dynamic security decisions.
• Committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful working environment.
• Confident in applying security protocols and procedures, with solid understanding of common law powers and appropriate use of force.
• Experience working in high-pressure, 24/7 security operations, managing multiple tasks and adapting to changing situations.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to:

• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year.
• Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns.

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

Application Form- If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an application providing evidence against criteria 1, 3 and 5 in the Job Description.

We also require you to attach your CV. Please ensure that this is anonymised as failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application.

Please note, as part of the assessment stage, you will be required to complete a multi-stage fitness test (also known as the bleep test). You must reach level 5.5 to move forward to the interview stage. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates.

More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament

Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances.

We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is counter-terrorist check (opens in a new window).

See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

Apply and further information

This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

• Name : recruitment@parliament.uk
• Email : recruitment@parliament.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : recruitment@parliament.uk

Attachments

Perimeter Security Officer - Job Description Opens in new window (docx, 937kB)House of Commons Benefits Guide Opens in new window (pdf, 712kB)