Overview

Front of House Officer – London – SE1 9GF – England

 

We are looking for a professional and dependable Front of House Security Officer to join our team in London. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of our clients, visitors, and staff while delivering a welcoming and professional front-of-house experience.

Job Title: Front of House
Location: London Bridge SE1

Pay Rate: £14.80 per hour
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off mixture of days and nights.

Role Overview

We are looking for a professional and customer-focused Front of House Officer to join our team at a prestigious flagship building in the City of London. You will deliver an exceptional experience for staff, tenants, and visitors while maintaining a safe and secure environment. Working closely with security, facilities, cleaning, and catering teams, you will play a key role in providing outstanding customer service and supporting daily building operations.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Ensure that at all times you are correctly dressed in the appropriate uniform, in possession of relevant ID / SIA badges, have a signed out and tested radio.
  2. Attend the morning briefing/handover at the commencement and end of each shift.
  3. Control Access and Egress to the building by staff, contractors and the general public providing assistance where needed and alerting the FCC of any potential or actual incidents.
  4. Plan for and provide escorts for VIP visitors, liaising with Shift Supervisor and Security Managers
  5. Ensure the Main turnstile barriers are manned at all times
  6. Be aware of protest and demonstration procedures and respond as per required
  7. To actively take part in assisting staff, guests and contractors, in regards to passing them information, giving direction or responding to queries that are raised, to a professional standard.
  8. Complete the recording of all daily events via the DOB (Daily Occurrence Book/MyTag) at the Shift Supervisors/Controllers request.
  9. To make yourself fully conversant with the assignment instructions, post instructions and any locally issued procedural updates.
  10. To complete all forms of Incident Reporting as required to the agreed levels of content and clarity.
  11. Ensure that correct time management is carried out in regards to the completion of all duty tasks prior to the end of the time period allocated to each post / patrol.
  12. To undertake all special projects and duties as required by the Manager(s), Shift Supervisor(s), Administrator and Controllers.
  13. To ensure that client confidentiality if fully respected at all times, in relation to any client media (written, visual, electronic or oral).
  14. The reporting and initial response to any Security or Health and Safety policy violations or potential violations, including making line management aware as soon as is possible.
  15. Reporting immediately to the Shift Supervisor any action or inaction which compromises safety
  16. Maintain a healthy and safe place of work, ensuring all posts are in a clean and tidy condition at all times
  17. Report missing, damaged or unserviceable equipment to Operations Managers.
  18. Cooperate with Ward  Security and the client so that the company can carry out its statutory duty under Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, and all relevant statutory provisions
  19. Display your SIA licence at all times whilst on duty.
  20. Make enquiries and submit reports on incidents as instructed by the Site Management Team, Shift Supervisor or Controller.
  21. Be aware of policy and procedures owned and changed from time to time by Ward Security.
  22. Be aware of policy and procedures owned and changed from time to time by the client
  23. To positively participate in any staff welfare or development programmes.
  24. Carry out any other reasonable request as required by the Client/Site Management Team/Security Administrator or Shift Supervisor
  25. The officer is expected to comply with and demonstrate a positive commitment to a high level in equal opportunities, occupational safety & health, performance development, customer service, professional presentation and confidentiality throughout the course of their duties.
    • This job description is not exhaustive and you may be required to carry out duties other than those specified.
    • This is a demanding site which requires officers to stand for extended periods of time (10hrs a day).

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Professional, reliable, and well-presented.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and work independently.
  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • SIA Door Supervisor licence (or willingness to obtain one).
  • First Aid qualification (or willingness to complete training).
  • Previous experience in a customer-facing, corporate, hospitality, or security role is desirable.

 

 

Who We Are:
Ward Security provides security services solutions to a range of UK businesses. Security services include: CCTV security systems, property management, guard dog security, key holding services, security guard patrol services, response alarm systems and more. With over 1500+ of our amazing people operating nationally.

We seek the best talent to uphold our vision “We look after our people; our people look after our clients. We aim to retain and attract the very best of both”.
 
Why Work For Us?
Apart from joining our friendly team we offer Uniform, SIA Licensing savings scheme, Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice scheme, Pension and Life Assurance benefits.

We strongly believe in growing our own talent, and we provide opportunities through our in-house Training Academy, our Leadership Development Programme, online eLearning and development programmes for a career path.

To support the wellbeing of our people we have an in-house Mental Health Team, Wellbeing Platform, an inclusive culture recognised in our Diversity Champion & International Inclusion Awards. We uphold our wellbeing as a MIND Workplace Wellbeing Silver Award holder. We offer Reward membership to all employees, which includes retail discounts, cinema tickets, gym membership, 24/7 free Employee Assistance Programme, and many other fantastic benefits.

At Ward Security, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every individual is valued. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to create an environment that promotes fairness, respect, and collaboration. We are dedicated to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals based on their qualifications, skills, and abilities. We embrace the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our team members, recognising that diversity enriches our organisation and contributes to our success. 

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