Employment opportunities

Senior Beadle (Supervisor) - Ref: WA211

The Security Department is seeking to recruit a Senior Beadle, which is a supervisory level role that will require you to work in the team on a rota basis, ensuring the safety and security of the Abbey site for visitors, worshippers, pupils and residents on a 24-hour basis.

Closing date Tuesday, 28th March 2023 at 12.00 PM

Full time, Permanent

(40 hours)

Salary: £36,749.29 per annum

Ref: WA211

You will utilise your previous experience of security team supervision to supervise and support the onsite Security Beadles, acting as the initial point of contact for all enquiries that arise, and site supervision. As a line manager, you will facilitate return to work meetings following staff absence and ensure that attendance (including holiday and sickness) is accurately updated on the employee database in a timely manner for both your direct reports and the wider team of Security Beadles.  You will also provide professional support and assistance to the Deputy Head of Security and deputise for him when required.

You will hold a security qualification, minimum of BTEC Level 3 in Security Management, or relevant equivalent, such as police/military. You will also have excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to be persuasive, firmly polite, and able to deal with critical incidents under pressure in a calm manner when required.

Once you have reviewed the application pack, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please feel free to send your contact details to the Deputy Head of Security via email to [email protected] and we will ask him to make contact with you.

The Abbey is aware that women are underrepresented, particularly in our Security department. Therefore, for this vacancy, we particularly welcome applications from female candidates, including those who identity as women.

How to apply

Please download the Application Pack and return your completed application form and equal opportunities form to [email protected].

Closing date 

Applications should arrive no later than 12 noon on 28 March 2023 via email: [email protected]. CVs will not be accepted. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 19 April 2023.

Safeguarding

We are committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk. To prevent them from harm, we undertake appropriate checks on staff and volunteers and require them to complete relevant safeguarding training and an enhanced DBS check. Westminster Abbey is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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Facilities Attendant (part time) - Ref: WA212 (2 posts)

Westminster Abbey is looking to recruit a Facilities Attendant to keep the Abbey and precincts clean, and to set up and clear seating for services and special events in and around the Abbey.

Part time, Permanent (20 hours)

Salary: £12,539.10 per annum (FTE £25,078.20 per annum)

Ref: WA212

Working as part of the Visitor Experience team, the role also provides porter-type assistance within the Abbey precincts, and plays a crucial part in keeping the Abbey clean and tidy for all who visit, work and volunteer here.

The job involves a large amount of lifting, as well as working both inside and outside. The successful post holder must have knowledge of cleaning techniques and products, and also be able to work effectively as part of a team and on their own

How to apply

Please download the Application Pack and return your completed application form and Equal Monitoring form to [email protected]. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date

Candidates may be contacted upon receipt of application for interview.

Safeguarding

Westminster Abbey is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk. To prevent them from harm, we undertake appropriate checks on staff and volunteers and require them to complete relevant safeguarding training and a basic DBS check. Westminster Abbey is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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Marshal (6 posts) - Ref: WA213

Westminster Abbey is looking to appoint six part time fixed term Abbey Marshals to work with us during the busy summer period. Working within the Visitor Experience Team, you will be helping to provide a warm and friendly welcome to all worshippers and visitors to the Abbey.

Closing date Wednesday, 29th March 2023 at 12.00 PM

Fixed term - part time

(32 hours per week)

Salary: £23,165.12 per annum

(FTE 28,956.40 per annum)

Ref: WA213

You will have a positive and flexible approach, and be able to show evidence of a commitment to delivering great customer service and of anticipating and responding to customer needs. You should also be able to work effectively under pressure and to take and follow instructions.

Your contracted hours will be worked on a five-day rota basis that incorporates weekend and bank holiday working.

How to apply

Please download the Application Pack and return your completed application form and Equal Monitoring form to [email protected].

Closing date

All applications must be submitted no later than noon on 29 March 2023 via email: [email protected]. CVs will not be accepted. Interviews are scheduled to take place on 05 April 2023.

Safeguarding

Westminster Abbey is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults at risk. To prevent them from harm, we undertake appropriate checks on staff and volunteers and require them to complete relevant safeguarding training and a basic criminal record check. Westminster Abbey is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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