Job Location: Academy Training Ground, BR3 1NZ
Contract Type: Full-time
Deadline: 24th May 2026
Who We Are
We are Crystal Palace Football Club, a Premier League Football Club with more than 160 years of proud history. Spread across three different sites – brand new main offices at Selhurst Park Stadium, our London office, and our Training Ground/Academy – we offer the best atmosphere and culture for our fans and our employees.
We strive for excellence in the workplace with a philosophy of high standards, professionalism, and a strong work ethic from our employees. We are constantly trying to grow, diversify and build with not only our team on the pitch, but also our team in the offices and on the ground.
About This Role
Crystal Palace Football Club are looking for a Site Night Security Officer to join our Security team at our Academy in Beckenham. The role includes manning a gate or reception overnight ensuring that the premises is secure whilst also making sure that all visitors to the site have an enjoyable and safe visit. We are looking for somebody with excellent communication skills, is professional and has a can‑do attitude. You will be adaptable and flexible as shift patterns are varied each week.
Responsibilities
* Manning the main gate entrance to CPFC Academy site whilst open until close
* Liaise with the Crystal Palace Football Club control room to ensure the site is secure
* Directing deliveries and visitors to the correct area of the grounds
* Recording all visitors and deliveries that enter the ground overnight
* Pro‑actively carry out patrols looking for signs of crime or disorder and investigating disturbances
* Report in detail any suspicious incidents or occurrences or hazards overnight
* Respond to any alarm activations
* Ensure that CPFC standards are upheld by being the first line of contact with guests and provide a welcoming environment to provide the best experience and visit at CPFC Academy
* Other duties and responsibilities as required by line manager
* Uphold and promote the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures
Experience, Skills And Qualifications
* Current SIA licence
* Proven work experience as a security guard or relevant position
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Professional and presentable
* Committed and reliable
* Flexible and able to work a varied schedule when necessary
Benefits
* Complimentary match day ticket
* Reward and discount scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
* Health and well‑being benefit scheme
* 20% discount in our retail stores
* Discounts in various gyms through GymFlex
* Volunteering Day – 1 workday off to support a charity of your choice
* Travel season ticket loan
* Holiday allowance: 25 days
Our commitment to Equality
At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion are spirited and continue to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. The club encourages good relations and practices towards different groups and is committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity. We are committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the most talented candidates and to ensuring that everyone who wishes to engage with the club – whether as matchday fans, staff, players, board members, participants in Foundation programmes or any other person engaged with the club’s activities – has a real and equal opportunity to do so.
Reasonable Adjustment
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, ensuring equitable opportunities for everyone. If you require disability‑related adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact DLO@cpfc.co.uk.
Safeguarding
Crystal Palace Football Club is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare and protection of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post holder will be required to undergo any relevant security checks, including a comprehensive background check, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable individuals.
Recruitment Data
As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we collect demographic data to monitor our recruitment trends. This information is processed independently of your application and has no influence on selection decisions. You may select ‘prefer not to say’ if you do not wish to disclose this information.
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