Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and professional Security Officer to join our team at South West London & St George's Mental Health Trust. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors across our mental health sites. This is a dynamic and rewarding role that requires vigilance, empathy, and a proactive approach to managing safety and security.
You will provide support to the Security department and effectively manage contractors and escort them to their place of work and supervise them and their tools, assuring that all Policies and Procedures are always followed.
Main duties of the job
o To support supervisor to make sure that, 24-hour Security of the Trust Sites and Property is maintained.
o To support supervisor to make sure that, 24-hour monitoring of the Trust CCTV system is maintained.
o Patrols of the Trust grounds and property both internal and external.
o Securing and checking of doors, windows and possible access and egress routes.
o Provide instruction and advice to visitors, contractors and other staff as required.
o To keep the Supervisor informed and briefed on all on going issues found while carrying out duties.
About us
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Eviction of trespassers.
Patrols of the Trust grounds and property both internal and external.
Securing and checking of doors, windows and possible access and egress routes.
To challenge all persons found unescorted in secure areas not wearing an Identity Badge.
Assisting with the search for missing Service Users.
Carrying out all of the required car parks and internal road checks for crime prevention and illegal parking.
Issuing Parking Charge Notices in accordance with the Trust Parking Terms & Conditions.
Assisting with cash collection and transfer from Trust sites when requested.
To enforce the Trusts no Smoking policy.
Report and record all incidents.
To complete all relevant incident reports on the Trust electronic reporting system.
To support the Supervisor in their duties as requested or required.
To effectively operate the Switchboard outside of working hours.
To complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
To comply with all Trust policy and procedures.
To comply with all Service Provider policy and procedures.
To complete all relevant training provided by the Trust and Service Provider.
To wear only Trust approved Service Provider issued uniform.
To attend Security supervision with the Supervisor on a Bi-monthly basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Eviction of trespassers.
Patrols of the Trust grounds and property both internal and external.
Securing and checking of doors, windows and possible access and egress routes.
To challenge all persons found unescorted in secure areas not wearing an Identity Badge.
Assisting with the search for missing Service Users.
Carrying out all of the required car parks and internal road checks for crime prevention and illegal parking.
Issuing Parking Charge Notices in accordance with the Trust Parking Terms & Conditions.
Assisting with cash collection and transfer from Trust sites when requested.
To enforce the Trusts no Smoking policy.
Report and record all incidents.
To complete all relevant incident reports on the Trust electronic reporting system.
To support the Supervisor in their duties as requested or required.
To effectively operate the Switchboard outside of working hours.
To complete all paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
To comply with all Trust policy and procedures.
To comply with all Service Provider policy and procedures.
To complete all relevant training provided by the Trust and Service Provider.
To wear only Trust approved Service Provider issued uniform.
To attend Security supervision with the Supervisor on a Bi-monthly basis.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Good reading and writing skills
- Good understanding of Health and Safety
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working on own initiative
- Experience of working with public
- Knowledge of Health NHS services
Desirable
- Working in a Mental Health hospital environment
- Experience of security duties
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Positive and proactive approach to managing challenging and aggressive behaviors.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Use of communication equipment including telephone and two-way radio Calm and friendly under pressure
- Good communication skills
- Able to use monitoring systems for security.
Desirable
- Experience of using CCTV systems, Intruder and Access Control Systems
- Logistical background
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Good reading and writing skills
- Good understanding of Health and Safety
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working on own initiative
- Experience of working with public
- Knowledge of Health NHS services
Desirable
- Working in a Mental Health hospital environment
- Experience of security duties
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Positive and proactive approach to managing challenging and aggressive behaviors.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Use of communication equipment including telephone and two-way radio Calm and friendly under pressure
- Good communication skills
- Able to use monitoring systems for security.
Desirable
- Experience of using CCTV systems, Intruder and Access Control Systems
- Logistical background
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
