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Apprentice Security Technicians - Security Services Group - London

Ministry of Defence • London, England, United Kingdom • £25.18k / year • 6d ago

Details

Reference number

406463

Salary

£25,180

+ Substantial Pension and Benefits + Company Vehicle + Additional Allowances

A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

GBP

Job grade

Industrial
Other

Skill Zone 3

Contract type

Fixed term
Apprenticeship

Length of employment

3 Years

Business area

MOD - Army - Security Services Group (SSG)

Type of role

Engineering
Industrial
Security

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time

Number of jobs available

Location
About the job
Benefits
Things you need to know
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Location

London (region)

About the job

Job summary

Security Services Group (SSG) is the MODs Technical Authority for electronic and physical security providing in-house expert advice, design, installation and maintenance of electronic and physical security systems across Government, prioritised towards Secret and Above Secret, and items Attractive to Criminal and Terrorist Organisations (ACTO). SSG is part of GUARDIAN and is positioned within Standing Joint Command to support UK homeland security and resilience.

With an FTE of 325, SSG provides technical specialist consultancy advice to projects to support the creation of design specifications through to commissioning; project management and delivery with through life maintenance; strategic and tactical compliance assurance reviews and audits across the business; an assured government use only Intruder Detection System built in-house; and security furniture services. Head of SSG is also the MODs Head of Specialism for Physical Security across the MOD (part of the Government Security Profession).

SSGs Operational Delivery teams are the MODs specialist in-house security providers, delivering project management, design, installation and 24/7, 365 days a year maintenance of all aspects of electronic and physical security, with a global reach. SSGs work is independently audited to ensure, ISO 9001:2015 and NSI compliance and accreditation as well as MODs own internal compliance regime. To learn more about SSG, visit Security Services Group - GOV.UK

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

You must have the right of abode in the UK and have been ordinarily resident in the EEA (including other countries determined within the EEA or those with bilateral agreements), for at least the previous three years on the first day of learning.

Job description

We are looking for Apprentice Security Technicians in London with the regional office based at Woolwich. Through our apprenticeship scheme, you will gain professional knowledge, a recognised qualification, and essential skills to launch your career with SSG.

Our engineers are highly trained professionals, responsible for installing and maintaining security systems across the MOD and wider government departments. They work on a range of multi-million-pound projects in the UK and overseas.

On this 36-month Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Technician Apprenticeship, youll start with a two-week training and induction at SSG HQ in Shrivenham. This fast-paced and rewarding programme will give you hands-on experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to connect with talented professionals across our business.

You will attend an external training provider on a block-release basis (each unit lasting one week). Attendance is mandatory for qualification completion, with accommodation costs covered by the employer.

Your apprenticeship will involve supervised training and experience in:

Intruder Alarm Systems (IAS)
Automatic Access Control Systems (AACS)
CCTV systems
Control Room IAS, CCTV & AACS standard monitoring systems
External & Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems

You will also complete mandatory training activities in line with your role and attend college periodically.

From the start, youll be assigned a mentor for guidance on your work and career. Youll receive a full induction into SSGs operations and become an integral part of our Apprenticeship Academy. Youll also have opportunities to network with other apprentices, attend bi-annual apprenticeship events, and join workplace networks such as Race, Gender, LGBT+, Faith, and Mental Health.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there could be further opportunities to apply for a permanent Skill Zone 4 Security Technician position both within the UK and overseas in Cyprus, Germany and Gibraltar.

Person specification

During your apprenticeship, you will:

Work towards achieving the Fire, Emergency and Security Technician Level 3 standard.
Attain professional membership with the Engineering Council (Eng Tech registration upon successful completion).
Be supported by your SSG Line Manager, Apprenticeship Manager, mentor, and tutors.
Gain real-world experience with external contractors and consultants.
Have potential opportunities to visit overseas sites.

We will support your technical development through practical on-the-job training and classroom learning, as well as professional development through courses, mentoring, and networking.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or over at the start of the apprenticeship.
Must have a Full UK Driving Licence.
Must be willing to obtain Security Check level clearance.
There may be a potential need to obtain DV at some point in the apprenticeship dependent on location requirements
Please be aware that you are required to hold the qualifications stated as required and that unless otherwise stated in the advert a higher-level qualification cannot be accepted in lieu of the lower (E.G. an English Language A Level cannot replace the GCSE if the GCSE is not at the required grade)

Licences

Full UK Driving Licence

Qualifications

Five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades A*-C / 4-9, including English and Mathematics.
You are invited to apply with your provisional grades.
Proof will be requested at interview.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £25,180, Ministry of Defence contributes £7,294 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

Generous Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave increasing by one day per year to a maximum of 30 days after five years of service.

Career Development: Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities within the security field, helping you grow and advance your career.

Equipment: Brand new toolkit, laptop and mobile phone.

Company Vehicle: You will be provided with a non-liveried company vehicle.

Family Support: Access enhanced parental leave policies to support work-life balance during important life events.

Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings through the Defence Discount Service (fees apply), offerings deals on a range of products and services.

Health and Wellbeing: Receive Specsavers eye test vouchers and access on-site gym facilities (where available).

Community and Social Perks: Join the Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) or the Civil Service Club in London, providing access to a variety of social, cultural, and recreational activities (membership fees apply).

On-Site Amenities: Many of our locations offer free parking, subsidised canteens, sports and social clubs, and on-site shops for your convenience.

Inclusive Workplace: Join one of our Diversity and Inclusion Networks. We value diversity and are committed to creating an equal and supportive environment for all.

Discover My Benefits
Please follow the link to visit the Discover My Benefits site which showcases the benefits and discounts offered when working as a civilian for the MOD.

https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

We use the Civil Service Success Profiles framework to ensure a fair and comprehensive assessment of candidates. Your suitability for the role will be evaluated based on your experience, skills and demonstration of core behaviours throughout the process.

At Application Stage, you will be assessed on:

Personal Statement (500 words): Include details of why you would like to apply for this role.

At Interview Stage, you will be assessed on:

Your experience

What to Expect

Interviews are planned to take place via Microsoft Teams OR Face to Face, week commencing 16th June 2025, however this may be subject to change.

Please note offers of employment are subject to achieving satisfactory pre-employment and security checks. These include an Occupational Health Assessment and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). As part of this you will need to confirm your identity, employment/education history, nationality and any criminal record (unspent convictions only).

The level of security needed is Security Check (SC) and you should usually have been continuously resident in the UK for 5 years immediately before clearance action commences. If you have lived overseas or travelled extensively during this period, it may affect the length of time to obtain full security clearance and this may affect your offer of employment. It is essential that ALL requests for information are completed fully and timely, as incomplete information may result in significant delays. Offers of employment are also subject to candidates achieving acceptable grades where predicted.

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.

The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

If you are a permanent MoD civil servant and are found successful for an advertised Fixed-term Appointment (FTA) you should move into the post under a Temporary Transfer for up to a maximum of 23 months. At the end of the posting, you will return to your previous MoD Business area. If this posting is at a higher grade, your promotion will be temporary, and you will return to your substantive grade at the end of the Temporary Transfer. If a Temporary Transfer cannot be agreed between all parties, then a transfer on an FTA contract is possible, read the FTA and Change of Work Location in the UK policy for further information.

If you are transferring to MoD from another government department (OGD) you should join the MoD on an inward loan. At the end of the loan, you will return to your home (OGD) department. If a loan cannot be agreed between all parties, then a transfer on an FTA contract is possible, read the FTA policy for further information.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check .

See our vetting charter .

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

UK nationals
nationals of the Republic of Ireland
nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

Name : Amber Henshaw
Email : diots-ssgapprenticeships@mod.gov.uk
Telephone : 07884 181382

Recruitment team

Email : DBSCivPers-AMO@mod.gov.uk

Further information

Please be aware that the selection and interviewing of applicants is the responsibility of the Recruiting Line Manager (RLM) and not the Defence Business Services (DBS) Resourcing team. DBS do not play any part in the selection and interview process.

Therefore, if you wish to discuss your feedback, or you are dissatisfied with your markings, you should in the first instance raise this with the Recruiting Line Manager of the vacancy.

If you are dissatisfied with the service you have received from DBS, or believe that DBS has failed to follow the recruitment process in line with the Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition, you can raise a formal complaint. by writing to DBS at the following address:

Complaints Management Team, Defence Business Services, Oak Building Mail Point #6109, MOD Abbey Wood North, Bristol, BS34 8QW

If after raising your complaint with DBS you remain dissatisfied you can complain directly to the Civil Service Commission at the following address:

Civil Service commission, Room G/8, 1 Horse Guards Road, London, SW1A 2HQ

Or by email: info@csc.gov.uk