Security Officer Apprentice

The Parliamentary Security Department (PSD) is responsible for physical and personnel security across both Houses of Parliament and provides support to Members and staff when away from the Estate. Its purpose is to keep Parliament safe and open for business. PSD sets security strategy provides expert advice and delivers an operational service. It does this in partnership with the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) and by working closely with the In-House and Strategic Estates teams, Serjeant at Arms and Black Rod's office, the Restoration & Renewal programme, the Parliamentary Digital Service, and other key stakeholders., We are seeking to recruit our first cohort of Security Officer apprentices to meet our departmental aim of maintaining a safe, security and accessible Parliament, free from disruption., As a Security Officer Apprentice, you will be responsible for controlling access to the Parliamentary Estate, conducting searches and screenings of visitors, vehicles, and premises to prevent prohibited items from entering. This role provides an excellent foundation for a career in security, offering valuable insights into security policies and their practical application in a complex and dynamic environment.

We have several Security Officer roles available for individuals who are looking to work in a fast-paced environment where you will deal with a wide range of potential security risks which may arise in a complex and diverse organisation. If you are looking for this type of career path and have a good understanding of security policies and their practical application in the workplace, we would love to hear from you!, Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for this role., The Security Officer Apprentice role at the House of Commons offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and training within one of the UK's most prestigious institutions. This Level 2 Professional Security Operative structured apprenticeship includes immersive working and development within the Parliamentary Security Department (PSD), where you will be mentored by experienced professionals and exposed to a wide range of security operations. Learners aged 18 must pass Level 2 Functional Skills exams in English and Maths to complete their apprenticeship if they don't already have a grade C/4 or above in these subjects.

House of Commons The House of Commons is a unique and exciting place to work right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, the House of Commons Service is made up of more than 3,000 employees who support and facilitate the smooth day to day running of the House. They provide professional services to Members of Parliament, their staff, and the wider parliamentary community.

In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including:

• 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Roles working a rostered shift pattern this equates to - 30 days annual leave for first full leave year (rising to 35 on second full leave year) plus bank holidays. Annual leave is calculated in hours and the total leave entitlement equates to 30 days (in the first year) depending on the length of shift (8- or 12-hour shifts).
• Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%.
• Access to training and development.
• Flexible working.
• Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan., All criteria will be assessed at assessment and interview stage. See below assessment and interview dates that you will be required to attend:
• Three available days are 11th, 12th and 13th July 2025,
• Final Interviews will take place on the same day - applicants who are successful through the assessment and fitness test will be interviewed on the same day.
As part of the assessment, we include a Fitness Test which consists of a multi-stage fitness test (also known as bleep test) to level 5.4, our standard required for this role. In addition, you will need to pass a full range of movement test and colour-blind test. As part of the selection process Security Officer apprentices require a reasonable level of physical fitness to effectively carry out the duties of the job. This includes walking and patrolling the Estate, long periods of standing, lifting bags/trays and walking up stairs. The salary is inclusive of a 30% Shift Disturbance Allowance of £7,791 per annum. The allowance may change dependent on business needs. Please note for roles working a rostered shift pattern this equates to - 30 days annual leave for first full leave year (rising to 35 on second full leave year) plus bank holidays. Annual leave will be taken in hours and one day's leave will be converted into 7.2 hours. You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.