About this role
Permanent
Hours: Full time, 4 on 4 off
Pay: £ 16.50 per hour
Join Our Team as a Security Supervisor
The London Museum is one of the United Kingdom's most iconic cultural institutions - home to world-class collections and visited by people from across the globe. Behind every exhibition, delivery, and carefully handled artefact is a dedicated operational team ensuring everything moves safely, securely, and seamlessly.
We are seeking a confident and highly capable security supervisor who will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of Security Officers across the Museum estate, ensuring security operations are delivered safely, professionally and in accordance with all policies, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Assignment Instructions.
Provide visible leadership and supervision to Security Officers across the Museum estate.
Ensure officers are correctly deployed to positions, patrols and operational duties in accordance with assignment Instructions and operational requirements.
Monitor standards of appearance, attendance, punctuality, professionalism and conduct.
Ensure officers maintain high standards of customer service, engagement and professionalism.
Provide coaching, mentoring and support to Security Officers.
Lead by example and foster a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.
The postholder will be expected to respond flexibly to changing operational requirements, special events, exhibitions, incidents, emergencies and business needs.
Will undertake any reasonable task as directed by the Duty Security Manager, Contract Manager or other authorised manager
Why Join Us?
Annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks
Lifestyle Benefits - Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.
Learning & Development - we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
Health and Wellbeing - Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents.
Financial support
Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
Cycle to Work scheme
What we are looking for
Essential
Valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence.
Previous experience within a Security Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Security Officer role.
Experience supervising teams within a customer-facing environment.
Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with visitors, staff, contractors, emergency services and stakeholders.
Excellent written communication skills including report writing, incident reporting, statements and handover documentation.
Experience managing incidents and emergencies in accordance with procedures and escalation processes.
Experience monitoring standards, performance and compliance within an operational environment.
Desirable
SIA CCTV Public Space Surveillance Licence.
Experience within a museum, cultural, heritage, visitor attraction or public-facing environment.
First Aid at Work qualification.
Interested? Apply now and secure your future with us!
Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications
Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability
Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.
Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenge. If you are currently employed under TUPE terms and conditions, please note that successful appointment to this role will be on Wilson James standard terms and conditi
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Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
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What security roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Security officer (SIA) | £24,000–£29,000 |
| Security supervisor / team leader | £28,000–£34,000 |
| Site / security manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Regional / operations security manager | £50,000–£65,000 |