Deputy Head of Security

**Waddesdon Manor is managed by The Rothschild Foundation. Please**click here**for more information.**

Waddesdon is home to the Rothschild Collection, a portfolio of historic and commercial properties, and welcomes in the region of 350,000 visitors annually. As Deputy Head of Security, you’ll be responsible for the overall safety of these unique factors, as well the daily operation of the Security Department.

The Security Department is a 24/7 manned operation, and consists of an exceptional team of Rangers, Technical Officers, and Security Officers, all of whom will report into you as Deputy Head of Security. You’ll report to the Head of Security and Transport and help them to always ensure the highest standards of response and communication from the team. The Department is customer-facing and so a supportive culture of teamwork is important.

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You’ll use your technical knowledge to proactively make adjustments to the high specification CCTV and Centralised Security Systems, ensuring that best performance is drawn from them. Ultimately we’re aiming to improve monitoring capabilities and response times. You’ll need to coordinate the remote monitoring of external CCTV systems ensuring that alarms are actioned, protocols are followed, and that an excellent working relationship with other client properties are maintained.

Over time, you’ll learn to understand the roles within the department and be able to undertake the duties of each with confidence. Alongside this, you’ll develop and maintain a detailed understanding of all the buildings under Waddesdon’s exciting portfolio. As their line manager, you’ll assist each member of the team to meet their training goals and ensure attention is given to staff engagement and retention.

Responding to first aid incidents involving staff, visitors and contractors as required is an important part of the role, ensuring that all paperwork is submitted to the Health and Safety Manager. You’ll also be in charge of ensuring all compliance testing, like Emergency Lighting Tests, and Fire Safety, are carried out across the site and recorded in relevant log books.
- Who we're looking forPrevious supervisory or management experience in the security industry
- Strong coordination and planning skills
- Experience in preventing illegal activity
- Confident, calm under pressure, and able to persuade and negotiate
- Advanced ability to coordinate responses to security breaches and threats
- Exceptional attitude and willingness towards continued learning and personal development
- MS Office Suite skills - we primarily use Outlook, MS Office, and SharePoint
- Full Driving Licence

**For the full criteria and information please read the attached document or visit**WADDESDON MANOR.

**The packageWaddesdon Manor is managed by The Rothschild Foundation. Please**click here**for more information.**

**Holiday**:
From start date, 33 days (including public holiday) pro rata

After three full years of service: 36 days (including public holidays)

After five full years of service: 38 days (including public holidays) After ten full years of services: 40 days (including public holidays)

**Benefits**:
50% Discount in Food 2 Go Catering, 20% in the manor restaurant, Manor Shops and Five Arrows Hotel

Company Pension Scheme, matched contribution up to 10%

Excellent wellbeing support and a focus on staff engagement

National Trust Staff Card - provides access to NT properties in the UK

Beautiful location working within the charity and heritage sector

Free parking A vehicle will be provided for transport between the Manor and private estate properties

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)