Reader Invigilation Officer

Are you passionate about working in security and invigilation? Do you have a recognised security qualification or the willingness to obtain one? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As a custodian of our collection, you will be a team player with outstanding interpersonal skills, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and experience in delivering excellent customer service. You will also be highly motivated, adaptable, and well-organised, with a diligent and methodical approach. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Front of House Team in a busy environment and act as an ambassador for The National Archives when welcoming visitors and users of our services.

On any given day you will undertake varied duties within the Reading Room environment, such as managing the entrance points for the Document Reading Room and the Map and Large Document Reading Room, monitoring CCTV and undertaking security patrols of the designated areas.

This is a part time position, 21.6 hours per week. The working pattern is:

• Tuesday 10:50-19:02
• Wednesday 08:50-17:02
• Thursday 10:50-19:02.

This role requires on site presence and is not suitable for home working.

Join us here in beautiful Kew, just 10 minutes’ walk from the Overground and Underground stations, and you can expect an excellent range of benefits. They include a pension, discounts with local businesses (e.g. beauty salons and bars) and wellbeing resources. We also have an on-site gym, restaurant, shop and staff bar.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role, apply now and become a part of our dedicated team at The National Archives!

For more information and to apply, please use the link at the bottom of this page.

Museum Website: https://nationalarchives.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/details/Reader-Invigilation-Officer_JR200658