Home Office Security Pass Team Admin Officer – £30,920 | Permanent Civil Service Job | Liverpool
The Home Office is recruiting a Security Pass Team Admin Officer to join its Chief Operating Officer Group in Liverpool. This is a permanent, full-time Civil Service opportunity offering a salary of £30,920 per year, excellent pension benefits, generous annual leave, and comprehensive training.
If you’re an organised administrator with excellent communication skills and experience working in a fast-paced office environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to build a long-term Civil Service career.
Job Details
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Home Office Security Pass Team Admin Officer |
| Employer | Home Office |
| Location | Liverpool, England |
| Salary | £30,920 per year |
| Job Grade | Administrative Officer |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Working Pattern | Full-Time |
| Business Area | Chief Operating Officer Group |
| Reference Number | 470956 |
| Application Deadline | 30 July 2026 (11:55 PM) |
About the Role
The Home Office plays a vital role in keeping the UK safe through work involving policing, immigration, passports, national security and public protection.
As a Security Pass Team Admin Officer, you’ll help manage staff security passes, warrants, ID cards and access permissions while providing administrative support to the Physical Security Team.
This is an office-based role in Liverpool, with no hybrid or remote working available.
Key Responsibilities
- Process staff pass, warrant and ID card applications.
- Issue passes in accordance with Home Office security policies.
- Manage the Security Pass Team counter service.
- Respond to security-related enquiries from staff and visitors.
- Maintain the Pass Team mailbox and meet service level agreements.
- Process access control requests across the Home Office estate.
- Provide telephone and administrative support.
- Handle incoming post and security documentation.
- Complete additional administrative duties when required.
Essential Requirements
Applicants should be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy office environment.
- Confidence prioritising multiple tasks.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
- Ability to work independently using initiative.
- Professional handling of confidential and sensitive information.
Desirable Skills
Applications will be strengthened by experience in:
- Administration
- Office support
- Customer service
- Security-related roles
- Processing confidential records
- Working with sensitive personal information
Training
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full on-the-job training.
- Dedicated mentor support.
- Continuous guidance from experienced colleagues.
- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
Employee Benefits
Working with the Home Office includes:
- Salary of £30,920 annually.
- Civil Service Pension with 28.97% employer contribution.
- 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 days with service.
- Eight public holidays.
- One additional privilege day.
- Performance recognition and reward schemes.
- Excellent career progression opportunities.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes:
- Civil Service Judgement Test.
- Online application.
- CV submission.
- Personal Statement (maximum 500 words).
- Behaviour statement (Making Effective Decisions – 250 words).
- Sift assessment.
- Microsoft Teams interview.
Security Requirements
Successful candidates must:
- Pass Criminal Record Checks.
- Obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance.
- Complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks.
Who Can Apply?
This vacancy is open to applicants who meet the Home Office nationality and right-to-work requirements, including eligible UK nationals and other qualifying groups listed in the official vacancy.
Visa Sponsorship: This vacancy does not state that Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is available. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
Application Deadline
30 July 2026 (11:55 PM UK time)
Apply Now
Read the full job description and submit your application through the official Civil Service Jobs portal.
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