HOW TO APPLY:

We are looking for candidates who can clearly demonstrate their suitability for this role. To be considered, please submit a covering letter, CV and answer the five questions at the end of the role profile. Applications without a covering letter will not be shortlisted, so take this opportunity to show us why you are the right fit!

The Role:

Waddesdon is an historic French Renaissance-style château, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, was built by Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in 1874 and is now managed by the Rothschild Foundation. Welcoming around 350,000 visitors annually, Waddesdon Manor houses the Rothschild Collection and hosts a diverse range of exhibitions, public events, and educational programs. The Rothschild Foundation has a trading company, RWL, which runs catering and retail on-site, a private events business and a hotel, (the Five Arrows) and pub (the Bow) in Waddesdon village.

What you will do:

The Security Day Ranger (SDR) will be responsible for ensuring Waddesdon property, staff, and residents remain safe from any possible risk to property or person.

You will work closely with the Deputy Head of Security (DHOS) and Security Manager (SM) to maintain the security of Waddesdon Manor, The Rothschild Foundation, Rothschild Foundation Properties, and the Waddesdon Estate to resolve issues in an efficient manner and ensure high professional standards are upheld throughout the Estate. Also ensuring members of the public stick to rights of way and no trespass takes place.

As the SDR, you will patrol the larger Estate and buildings on a constant basis throughout their shift. You’ll also maintain an accurate log of all activity, communicate all relevant information quickly and concisely to the appropriate parties, identify potential issues and escalate an appropriate response.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Security

• To be the single point of contact for security related matters whilst on shift externally around the estate 
• To take ownership and appropriately respond to all security related issues, matters, and incidents
• To identify any potential issues or threats and report these to the DHOS
• To help enable Waddesdon Estate control access and maintain its perimeter security
• To patrol buildings and grounds, providing a high level of security presence
• To lock and unlock buildings physically, if required
• To liaise with external contractors in the event of an emergency callout
• To effectively communicate all relevant information to the Waddesdon Control Room
• To control and appropriately escalate a response to any incidents across the site
• To account for all security equipment and keys daily
• To ensure all required documentation is completed to a high standard and passed on to the DHOS
• To undertake any training and continued professional development deemed necessary by the DHOS
• To report any maintenance issues to the Head of Facilities, copying in the DHOS, SM and Security Control room
• Liaise with other departments as required to effectively manage the movement of visitors and contractors around the site

Fire

• To ensure that all required fire checks are conducted over the period of their shift
• To check the systems for faults daily and report any issues to the DHOS and SM

First Aid

• To coordinate an appropriate response to any first aid incidents across the site

Health & Safety

• To remedy and report any situation that represents a hazard, and ensure all incidents and accidents plus unsafe conditions are dealt with promptly and recorded accordingly
• Take responsibility for their own H&S and that of others by following Health & Safety policies and guidelines

The above list of duties is not conclusive and the post holder may be required to undertake other tasks & duties commensurate to the role and skill set of the applicant.

You will be a great fit if:

You have relevant experience in a security role and can confidently and dynamically risk assess in any situation. You will have a willingness and ability to work outdoors for long periods of time, bringing energy, resilience, and enthusiasm to your role, with a good understanding of Ordinance survey maps, and bylaws and public order. Your excellent communication skills and friendly manner will mean you are approachable, and you can rely on your interpersonal skills to interact with visitors and members of the public.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter for this role:

To help us select candidates for interview, we will be looking for evidence of the following experience and skills within your application:

• Full UK Driving licence
• SIA licence to the minimum of Door Supervisor
• Ideally at least 4-5 years of experience in a security role
• Excellent attitude & willingness towards continued learning and personal development
• Great facilitation, collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Ability to absorb and impart job related knowledge on a continuous basis
• Co-ordination and leadership skills
• Committed, selfless and displays ingenuity
• Disciplined and proactive
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Physically fit enough to perform your duties
• Good computer skills
• A good understanding of Ordinance survey maps
• A good understanding of bylaws and public order
• Good conflict management skills
• Personal protection skills would be an advantage

Additional Requirements:

The safety and wellbeing of children, young people, and vulnerable adults are of the utmost importance for any role at the Rothschild Foundation, Waddesdon Manor. Consequently, this position may require a basic or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to uphold the safety and security of all our guests, staff and volunteers. 

Rewards for working with us:

• We are proud of where we work and want to share Waddesdon Manor with family and friends by offering a number of complimentary tickets to the house and grounds. 
• Waddesdon Manor Discounts – 50% discount in the food-to-go outlets at the Manor. 20% in the Manor gift shop and restaurant, Stables Café, Five Arrows Hotel, and The Bow Pub. 20% discount on special event tickets made available to staff. 
• Staff Card – A National Trust staff card entitles two adults and children under 18 years of age free admission to all National Trust properties and 20% discount in NT retail and catering outlets. 
• Annual Leave – Your statutory annual leave entitlement is 33 x 8.4 hour days (25 days plus 8 public holidays), in 12 hour shifts this is equivalent to 23 x 12 hour shifts (276) This will be pro-rated based on actual hours you work.
• Pension – We will top up your pension by matching any contribution you make, up to 10% of your basic salary. 
• Long Service Awards – every 5 years of service, you are invited to a celebration to recognise your contribution to the organisation. A cash sum is awarded as a thank you. 
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Support – access to a wellbeing platform and fully funded 1:1 counselling service.  
• Flu Jabs – free flu jabs in October. 

EDI 

At the Rothschild Foundation, we place Equality, Inclusion and Diversity at the core of our values.  We strive to be an organisation that actively addresses inequality and prejudice while fostering a truly anti-racist culture. Our approach is centered on meaningful and equitable support and development for you and others throughout your time with us. We are committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, where every team member feels valued, respected, and has a true sense of belonging. 

Application: 

The vacancy advert may be taken down from job boards earlier than the stated deadline if a high standard of applications is received. 

We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from people from an ethnic minority background, and people with a disability to help us achieve a balanced representation in our workforce, especially at senior grades. 

All candidates invited to interview have the opportunity to request adjustments to the recruitment process when scheduling your interview, for example accessible parking, communication support or breaks.

To apply, please send a current CV and covering letter answering the 5 questions below and explaining how your experience and skills match those outlined above to [email protected].  

Closing Date: Ongoing. The vacancy may be taken down from job boards when we see fit if a high standard of applications is received.

Interview Date: TBC

If you apply for this role and are selected to interview, here is what you can expect: 

• Round 1: In-person interview with the Head of Security and Transport and Deputy Head of Security