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Everything you need to know about registering, finding jobs, and receiving payments as an SIA-licensed security guard on QuickGuard.
Sign up as a guard in minutes and build your professional profile to start receiving job opportunities.
Your SIA licence is automatically verified through our secure system, giving clients full confidence in your credentials.
Once verified, browse available security jobs near you. Each listing shows everything you need to decide if it's the right fit.
Distance from your address
Hourly rate clearly shown
Dates and working hours
Licence types needed
You receive full job details — venue address, hours, uniform requirements, and client contact info.
Get instant email notifications when new jobs matching your profile and location are posted.
Work your shift and receive secure payment directly to your registered bank account.
All payments are processed through Stripe. Your bank details are never shared with clients and all transfers are fully encrypted.
Follow these guidelines to build your reputation, earn great ratings, and secure more high-paying jobs.
Regularly update your availability, skills, and contact details so clients can find and trust you.
Aim to arrive 10–15 minutes before your shift starts to check in and receive your briefing.
Professional conduct and reliability lead to great reviews, which attract more and better-paying jobs.
Turn on email notifications to be first to know about new jobs that match your profile and location.
Only apply for jobs you can definitely attend. Cancellations damage your reputation and rating.
Keep your SIA licence valid at all times. An expired licence means you cannot accept new jobs.
Keep these in mind to stay compliant, professional, and in good standing on the platform.
You cannot accept or work jobs with an expired SIA licence. Renew well in advance of the expiry date.
Only apply for jobs you can definitely attend. Last-minute cancellations negatively impact your rating.
Update your contact details, availability, and licence information whenever anything changes.
Job acceptances, payment confirmations, and important platform updates are sent via email.
Join thousands of SIA-licensed guards who trust QuickGuard to find reliable, well-paid security jobs across the UK.
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