Site Night Security; Night Shifts

Site Night Security (Night Shifts)

Crystal Palace FC – join us

Job Location: Academy Training Ground, BR3 1NZ

Contract Type: Full-time

Deadline: 11th January 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.

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.

• 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 over night
• 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 over night
• 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
• Upholding and promoting the Club’s policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities policies and procedures.

• Current SIA license
• 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

• Complimentary match day ticket
• Reward and Discount Scheme through our Tech Scheme and Simple Health app
• Health and Wellbeing benefit scheme
• 20% Discount in our Retail Stores
• Discounts in various gyms through Gym Flex
• Volunteering Day – 1 Workday off to support a charity of your choice
• Travel Season Ticket loan
• Holiday allowance: 25 Days

At Crystal Palace Football Club, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is spirited and continues to grow due to the working environment, which makes all staff feel appreciated and welcomed. Crystal Palace Football Club do this by encouraging good relations and practices towards different groups and are committed to promoting employment opportunities that celebrate diversity. We are committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented candidates and the club intends to ensure that everyone who wishes to engage with the club has a real and equal opportunity to do so.

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 inbox is for disability-related queries only). For further information regarding this vacancy, contact

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. As such, 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.