Job Description

Job title

: Casual Security Guard

Location:

Fratton Park

Hours of work:

Various

Department:

Security

Reports to:

Team leader

Remuneration

: 12.21 per hour (paid at NMW)

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at

Portsmouth Football Club

! We are looking for a highly competent, reliable, and vigilant Security Guard to join our security team at

Fratton Park

.

As a Security Guard at Portsmouth FC, you will play a key role in maintaining a safe environment and ensuring health and safety compliance. You will be a visible presence on-site, delivering high-quality customer service to all visitors, while working under the guidance of our Security Team Leader.

Your Key responsibilities will include:

Active Patrols and Access Control

: Keep a vigilant eye on all entry points, including the Club Store and Ticket Office, to ensure only authorized individuals are on site.

CCTV and Equipment Checks

: Oversee surveillance and fire alarm systems to monitor activities around the Club's facilities. Equipment training will be provided.

Quick Response to Incidents

: Act promptly to handle any emergency, distress call, or disruptive behaviour to maintain safety and order.

Reporting and Documentation

: Log all activities accurately and report any suspicious actions to the police or your manager, following club Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies.

Receiving Deliveries

: Accept and record deliveries received at Fratton Park.

Shift Handover

: Provide a comprehensive handover at the end of each shift to ensure seamless security coverage.

Your skills and experience we are looking for:

Familiarity with Health, Security, and Safety guidelines is required. Knowledge of CCTV, surveillance equipment, and fire panels is desirable but full training will be provided. Ability to act quickly and follow emergency response procedures in case of potential threats. Proven ability to work calmly in high-pressure situations, thinking critically and problem-solving on the spot. Can work both independently and as part of a team, with adaptability to lone working as needed. Clear and effective communication skills, essential for interacting with both the public and team members. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the Club. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) is desirable.

Guidance to consider:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Given the commitment required, candidates should ideally live within a commutable distance of Portsmouth.

How to apply

The Club will not consider applications via third parties.

To apply send your CV and cover letter to Lina Small no later than 12pm on the 18th July 2025.

If you don't hear from us within 7 days of the closing date, please consider that your application was unsuccessful.

At Portsmouth Football Club we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we aim to build an accurate picture of the make-up for our talent pools. Therefore, we ask that you submit the information on the below link to ensure we are always attracting a broad and diverse range of exceptional talent from all areas of society. Responses are anonymous and the data gathered will be used to inform our future initiatives but filling in this form is voluntary.

https://forms.gle/H7NmjG95fgLSaWPD7

General information

We promote an equal, diverse, and inclusive

workplace and we are committed to providing the best experience for our colleagues. As a business we aim to be as representative of as many sections of society as possible, and for each colleague to feel respected and able to give of their best every day. We ensure that we treat people the right way, promote respect and believe that making the most of our differences is the key to the success of our business.

We take a robust approach to modern slavery and human trafficking and our organisation is absolutely committed to preventing slavery and human trafficking in our corporate activities, and to ensuring that our supply chains are free from slavery and human trafficking.

Safeguarding

Portsmouth Football Club is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to ensuring that any club related activity will be in a safe environment where children, young people and adults at risk are protected from harm or abuse whilst under our care.

We acknowledge that every child, young person, or adult at risk who plays or participates in football should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from poor practice and abuse. Portsmouth Football Club recognises that this is the responsibility of every adult involved in our club.

We must always respect the dignity and spirit of all people, including children, young people and adults at risk. Treat everyone fairly, encourage a supportive and positive environment to promote healthy competition, skill development, fun and achievement. Avoid contact or conduct that may be interpreted or defined as inappropriate.

Health and Safety

Portsmouth Football Club is committed to ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all employees, contractors, visitors, and others who may be affected by our operations.

As part of this commitment, you are expected to take reasonable care for your own health and safety, as well as that of others. You must comply with the company's health and safety policies, procedures, and any legal requirements relevant to your role. Together, we aim to maintain a safe and supportive environment that promotes the welfare and security of everyone involved in our activities.

Data Protection

The Club process all personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with complies with Data Protection Act (2018) and GDPR. Data collected as part of the recruitment process is held securely and accessed by, and disclosed to, individuals only for the purposes of managing the recruitment exercise effectively. All data that is deemed unnecessary will be disposed off at the end of recruitment process in line with our GDPR procedure.

Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

12 hour shift
Licence/Certification:

SIA (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/07/2025