Business Details
26 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Security Solutions for Businesses in London
Established in 2000, Ward Security has built a reputation as a leading UK security provider with over 1,500 employees. Our approach prioritises people, delivering tailored security solutions for businesses of all sizes. We combine expertise in manned guarding, technology-driven systems, and risk advisory to create integrated strategies. Accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, we maintain industry-leading practices through continuous staff training and investment in innovation. Our 24/7 National Operations Centre ensures rapid response capabilities, supported by advanced technologies like video verification and wireless intruder detection. With experience protecting high-profile sites including commercial offices, airports, and public spaces, we offer both physical and cyber security solutions.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through awards including the Security & Fire Excellence Awards Inspiration in HR Winner 2021. We maintain low staff turnover through competitive remuneration and professional development opportunities. Our partnerships with organisations like the City Security Council and TINYg enhance our threat intelligence capabilities. Backed by accreditations from the Security Industry Authority and NASDU, we deliver security services that combine human expertise with cutting-edge technology.
Services
Security Personnel
Video Verification
Patrol Dogs
Cyber Security
Remote Monitoring
Mobile Services
Fencing Systems
Dog Training
Counter-Surveillance
Risk Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 25 years of experience protecting high-profile UK sites
- Tailored security solutions for unique business requirements
- 24/7 National Operations Centre with rapid response
- ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certified management systems
- Low staff turnover with industry-leading training programs
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
- ISO 45001:2018
- Security Industry Authority (SIA) Approved Contractor Scheme
- Cyber Essentials
- National Association of Security Dog Users (NASDU)
- City Security Council
- TINYg
- CHAS
- SafeContractor
- British Safety Council
What people say
Outstanding enthusiasm
Highly effective
Responsive service
Professional teams
Rapid response
Services
Security Personnel
Professional security personnel deployed across diverse environments including commercial offices, airports, and public spaces. Our SIA-licensed officers integrate seamlessly with client operations while maintaining visible deterrence. Teams receive ongoing training through our dedicated academy to ensure compliance with evolving security standards.
Video Verification
Advanced video verification systems with 24/7 monitoring from our National Operations Centre. Combines motion sensors and low-light cameras with real-time alerts to verify threats before dispatching response teams, reducing false alarms by 70%.
Patrol Dogs
Specialist search and general purpose patrol dogs trained to detect explosives, narcotics, and intruders. Handlers maintain NASDU-certified standards with regular assessments ensuring operational effectiveness across both urban and rural environments.
Cyber Security
Comprehensive cyber security services including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and compliance advisory. Our red teaming experts simulate real-world attacks to identify weaknesses while providing ongoing managed detection and response capabilities.
Remote Monitoring
24/7 remote monitoring using AI-powered systems that analyse CCTV feeds and intruder alerts. Our operators coordinate rapid response teams while maintaining detailed audit trails for insurance and compliance purposes.
People
Ben Draper
Chief Executive Officer
With over 20 years in security leadership, Ben Draper directs Ward Security's strategic vision while maintaining focus on operational excellence and client satisfaction across all service lines.
Paul Harvey
Executive Director
Paul Harvey oversees major client relationships and business development, leveraging 25+ years of experience in high-risk security operations and corporate governance.
Ali Tod
Director of Risk and Intelligence
Ali Tod leads our canine division with specialist expertise in security dog operations, holding NASDU accreditation as both an instructor and operational evaluator.
Dan Liddiard
Managing Director - Regions and Canine
Dan Liddiard manages regional operations and canine services, combining strategic oversight with hands-on experience in deploying security solutions across diverse UK locations.
Jo Zelechowska
Chief People Officer
Jo Zelechowska drives HR strategy and employee development programs that have contributed to Ward's recognition as a top employer in the security sector with low staff turnover.
Questions
What security services does Ward offer?
We provide manned guarding, video verification systems, canine units, cyber security, remote monitoring, and risk advisory services across the UK.
Are your security personnel SIA licensed?
All our security officers hold valid SIA licenses with ACS accreditation for Door Supervision, Key Holding, and Security Guarding.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency response?
Yes, our National Operations Centre operates 24/7 with rapid response teams available for emergency situations across the UK.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certifications, SIA ACS status, Cyber Essentials, NASDU accreditation, and CHAS approval.
Can you provide temporary security solutions?
We offer flexible temporary security including void property protection, event security, and short-term manned guarding deployments.
Do you provide cyber security services?
Yes, our cyber security division offers penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and compliance advisory services including GDPR support.
Reviews (7)
Johny Walker
May 29, 2022
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This seems to be sort of scam operation. They ask for your all documents passport, NI number etc, they take copies of them. They tell you they'll contact you later to start work and you never hear back from them. Call the telephone number provided and you get to nobody. This is my experience with these people. AVOID, IT'S A RECRUITMENT SCAM.
Adam Wilson
Dec 31, 2021
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Utter racist's, clueless ops managers. See for yourself on the ward website do you see any coloured people in the senior management team. Stay away!
Paul Harvey
Jul 18, 2021
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Great place to work! fantastic people, friendly business, accurate pay, training and development and the opportunity to have a professional career
Sedat Ozcan
May 24, 2021
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One of worst security company's ever going Never worked for them had 2 interviews I was assured by Lee Wilson one of the ops manager's what absolutely waste of time this guy is clueless. He assured me this particular site was ready and had a position for Mon-Fri vacancy which never happened was due to meet the client, supervisor, for interview. opps manager didn't even arranged interview like he said he would absolutely full of lies. Guy's only take up positions with this company if your absolute desperate for a job other than that stay away from them.
Alina Gherghel
May 20, 2019
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Does not worth any efforts! I tried to get a job through Broadstone with them but they kept putting me on stand by! I am happy I did not waste my time with them now. Thanks for reviews guys, now I understand why! They are totally unprofessional and don't have any idea about security industry!
Jay Islam
Apr 05, 2019
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Guys working in control room for Ward security are stressing out site security officers and taking disciplinary action enforced on them over check calls, Officers have been working on site over 10 years there was no problem with clients. Soon as Ward security tu p over there was no client issues even previously from records but internally they had unproffesional controllers causing disstress and getting them into trouble which is really unfair & absolutely disgusting, they need their senior management to sort thid and have a look into this so officers can continue to work in peace. #betterdays@work
Mark Dine
Dec 22, 2018
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Does not seem to understand the concept of a zero hours contract. Offering 'permanent' contract means exactly that. Offering 55hrs pw only until the client decides not to renew with ward is Not permanent. It is zero hours because you are not guaranteeing the same hours elsewhere. If you lose the contract, I lose my job. That's zero hours. If you guarantee me 55hrs pw regardless if you lose a contract, that's permanent.
