The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports.

The Corporate Services Group works closely with the Home Office’s policy and operational commands to enable us together to deliver the department’s priorities. The group is comprised of different teams and professional functions, including Commercial, Communications, Finance, People, Portfolio and Project Delivery, Private Office, Security, Estates and Information.

Operational Security Supervisor
We are recruiting 1 x SGB1 (AO) Operational Security Supervisor to work within the Physical Security Team. The successful candidates will form part of the security team and be responsible for overseeing the daily running of security on site, situated at Old Park Barracks within the Dover area. This is an important and varied role which has a considerable effect on the day-to-day operation of the Kent Region and wider business objective. Flexibility and prioritising are key requirements.

An Operational Security Supervisor is required to have good organisational skills, and the ability to maintain effective administrative processes, have good written and verbal communication skills with an eye for detail. You will need to have a positive approach to customer service with strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues within an organisation. Be responsible and self-motivated in keeping up to date with Home Office standing instructions and procedures, including keeping children safe applicable to the guarding service and requesting remedial training via your line manager. Remain accountable, not only for your actions and decisions whilst on duty, but that of the teams. Always remain vigilant, reporting and reacting to any emerging situation. Make timely and effective referrals to Security Management when required. Ensure all communication with colleagues, staff and customers is clear and concise. Assist and provide guidance to all customers, staff,



and internal / external stakeholders, promoting a positive and professional working relationship that proactively contributes to the work of the team and aids business delivery.

Key Responsibilities

You should be proactive with the ability to work in a rapid-paced and at times highly pressured environment. Hold strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to build relationships with colleagues at every level within the organisation.

Provide and oversee the provision of effective physical security. Ensuring the protection of Home Office buildings, staff and assets and control the entry to sites, in line with the current conditions of entry and policy.

Enable the business to function in a safe and secure manner and in accordance with policy and guidance.

Maintain accurate logbooks, succinctly detailing incidents, or occurrences to the Security Manager.

Set out and manage the team's breaks and workloads for the day.

Provide support and guidance if required to colleagues within the team

Monitor alarm systems & CCTV.

Assist and provide guidance to all customers, staff, and internal / external stakeholders, promoting a positive and professional working relationship that proactively contributes to the work of the team and aids business delivery.

Mandatory

Authorization (sponsorship) is the operational employer requirement. > You must possess a UK passport. > Must have a 'Full Basic Background Check' (DBS) and undergo a DBS check at the time of application. > Approved security screening and additional uploads must manifest before, 2 weeks - 1 month. (See the enclosed requirements and policy round, 2 months into the first part). > Not an applicant Education, Overall experience (No 25?)

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Work Pattern
Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis on a four-week rolling roster.

Uniform
All Security Officers are required to wear Uniform and PPE. This will be provided by the department and must be worn at all times.

Training
This is a diverse and exciting role, with which, full training will be provided, along with mentoring ensuring you're fully supported within the role.

Travel
There may be an occasional requirement to travel to Home Office buildings within the Kent estate, but this is expected to be infrequent.

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Job Details
Company: Government Recruitment Service

Salary: £30,920 to £30,920 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Dover

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 2 Nov 2026

Closing date: 20 Nov 2026

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