Job Description

Details

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Reference number

430530

Salary

30,870 - 35,736
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

WP - Security

Type of role

Security

Working pattern

Full-time

Number of jobs available

4

Contents

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Cardiff

About the job

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Job summary

The Senedd Security Service is committed to safeguarding everyone who visits or works at the Welsh Parliament, ensuring a secure and welcoming environment at all times.

As a Security Team Leader, you will play a vital role in supervising a dedicated team of security officers, maintaining the integrity and safety of the Senedd estate.



Your professionalism will be key in delivering an exceptional customer experience, engaging diplomatically with staff and visitors from diverse backgrounds. Your responsibilities will include managing all access points to the Senedd Estate--conducting searches and screenings of visitors, vehicles, and designated areas to prevent or detect prohibited items. Additionally, you will oversee and participate in special events and operations to ensure the safety of VIP visitors.



You will also be tasked with planning and leading security patrols and operations, continuously monitoring and assessing their effectiveness to uphold the highest standards of security. You will lead and oversee a team of security officers, providing guidance, support, motivation, and strong leadership to ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive willingness to learn, sound judgment, and exceptional teamwork and interpersonal skills. This is a uniformed position, and you will be required to wear body armor as part of your duties.



For more information, please view the job description.



Pattern of Working

This is a full-time post working a 5 day week of 37 hours between 07:00 to 22:00. The days of work will vary and will include regular weekend and public and privilege holiday duties.

Job description

Key tasks:

Lead and inspire a team of security officers to uphold the highest professional standards, fostering a collaborative, positive, and motivated team culture. Effectively manage security officers' performance, conduct, and well-being in accordance with the Commission's policies, ensuring a high level of professionalism and morale. Provide strong management resilience by supporting fellow security team leaders and their teams, ensuring seamless delivery of security services across all operations. Brief, assign, and deploy team members in accordance with Senedd security policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance and keeping the team informed of current security issues, policy updates, and procedural changes through appropriate communication channels. Gather, evaluate, and disseminate intelligence relevant to maintaining the safety and security of the Senedd, ensuring all information is handled in strict compliance with GDPR regulations. Develop, oversee and deploy as necessary incident response plans, preparing the team to effectively manage evacuations and respond to fire or civil emergencies, ensuring safety and minimal disruption. Conduct comprehensive risk assessments regularly and collaborate effectively with colleagues to develop and implement strategies that mitigate identified risks. Maintain transparent and proactive communication with senior management and team members through structured briefings and debriefings as needed to ensure alignment and clarity. Actively promote and uphold principles of equality and diversity within working practices, serving as a champion for inclusive and respectful environments. Proactively promote a safe working environment ensuring full compliance with all Health and Safety legislation, fostering a safe and secure workplace. Gain and maintain confidence in the operation of security systems, including Access Control and CCTV, through appropriate training and ongoing development. Participate in and facilitate exercises and training sessions designed to evaluate and enhance staff response capabilities to critical incidents. Support Senedd business by deploying and supervising ushers during plenary sessions and committee meetings to ensure smooth operations. Be available to provide security services outside the Cardiff Bay estate, including regional committees and other relevant locations as required. Undertake additional projects and responsibilities that are appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by security management. Adhere to all reasonable management instructions in line with business priorities and operational needs.

Person specification

Job Specific criteria:

Experience of managing and leading a team effectively. Proven experience of needing to communicate clearly and concisely during times of pressure. Experience of working with confidential and sensitive information. Experience of forward planning, rostering, and team administration.

Desirable criteria:

The following qualities are not essential for this particular post but have been deemed as desirable. These will only be taken into account in the event of two (or more) candidates acquiring the same score at either application or interview stage.

1. Hold (or being willing to undertake) a relevant Security Qualification (e.g. BTEC Level in Security Management)

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 30,870, Welsh Parliament contributes 8,943 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

Your application must be submitted before midnight on the closing date.


You will be updated on your progress via the email address you first register with. Please check your Junk Mail and Spam folders to make sure you don't miss any future correspondence.



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

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .



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

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
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 the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Jason Allan Email : jason.allan@senedd.wales
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Recruitment team

Email : jobs@senedd.wales

Further information

https://senedd.wales/commission/work-for-the-senedd-commission/