Security Officer

Notice of Vacancy - Security Officer The Barbados High Commission in London informs of the following vacancy: Security Officer. (Roles and Responsibilities) The Barbados High Commission in London, representing Barbadian political, economic, security and consular interests overseas, is seeking a Security Officer to provide professional front-of-house reception services for the High Commission, located at 1 Great Russell Street, London (WC1B 3ND). The successful candidate will oversee and interact with visitors to ensure smooth day-to-day reception operations. The individual will possess strong communication and security skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure. Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage processing of visitors to the High Commission
• Operate and monitor the Visit Management System
• Conduct internal and external building patrols
• Monitor CCTV, fire alarms, and emergency systems
• Assist with high-profile diplomatic and evening events
• Receive and route items delivered to the High Commission. Essential Skills
• Clear speaking and writing skills to brief officials and report threats;
• Quick thinking to handle sudden crises or incidents;
• High levels of stamina, strength, and agility;
• Security Industry Association (SIA) qualification and First Aid at Work training;
• Cultural awareness to work well with diverse groups. Desirable Skills & Experience
• Ability to learn and speak other languages;
• Experience working for a diplomatic mission; experience or knowledge of working in an international environment;
• Prior work in police, military, or investigative roles.
• Hands-on experience in threat assessment or asset protection. Summary
• Application deadline - 25 September 2026
• Start Date - 5 October 2026
• Grade - Security Officer
• Type of Position - Full-time
• Hours of Work - 08:30 to 18:30
• Number of vacancies - 1
• Type of remuneration - Wages / weekly - £700.72
• Annual remuneration - £36,437.44 Applications may be sent to London@foreign.gov.bb or by regular mail to: Head of Chancery Barbados High Commission P.O. Box 315 1 Great Russell Street London WC1B 3ND The successful candidate will be subject to a professional background and security clearance and must have pre-existing work authorisation for the United Kingdom in order to apply. All applicants should have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom. The Barbados High Commission does not sponsor work permits.