Job summary
The Security Co-ordinator will provides a key business support function across security services, including administrative and operational support to the Trust Security Services Leads.
The post holder reports directly to the deputy head of security but will work with all security leads to support service delivery and the security portfolio
Knowledge and experience of delivering security in a public sector environment, technical and security work streams is essential, including specialised IT systems, project management, and training experience.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for improving the safety and security of patients, staff and visitors and ensure the Trust's compliance with relevant guidelines and legislation.
The role has no direct reports; however, the post holder must be able to work as a key member of the Security team and the wider E&F Structures and to enable colleagues in accordance with the NHS People Promise and Trust Policies and Procedures
To train colleagues on work procedures and deliver project/ system training as required.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Trust Security Services Leads.
- Review Trust reporting system DATIX for potential or actual security breaches / incidents and support the appropriate resolution of incidents in line with Trust policy.
- Undertake the reporting of identified crimes to the Police or other relevant enforcement agency
- Provide specialist security advice, guidance and signposting to staff, patients and visitors Trust wide in line with Trust policies.
- Support with the investigation of security and crime related incidents, gathering and collating material and work in partnership to guide and deliver appropriate outcomes
- Undertake activity to create a pro-security culture within the Trust so that staff and patients accept responsibility for security matters and ensure that any security or criminal incidents or concerns are reported.
- Co-ordinate security resources to support enhanced observation of patients on wards.
- Enter, process and store security related data. Develop and create reports in relation to security performance and projects using a range of IT applications.
- Work collaboratively with external agencies such as the Police, HSE, NHS Fraud colleagues to facilitate investigations.
- Support the planning, implementation and management of physical security measures and controls, including access control and CCTV, through effective audit, risk assessment and stakeholder collaboration.
- Produce, co-ordinate, monitor and review security action plans.
- Provide support for security led meetings
- Co-ordinate the provision of CCTV and other material in relation to subject access requests and investigations in line with Trust Policy and legislation.
- Deliver security events and training to staff across all Hospital sites to inform/educate and support staff and promote a pro-Security culture within the Trust, through road shows, educational forums, training and drop in sessions.
- Plan and organise complex activities and programmes of work within the security function including supporting security managers in the management of projects and undertaking key work-streams within those projects.
- Analyse a range of facts and information sources to with respect to project work stream or security service delivery options. Make assessments and judgements on the best solutions to achieve an object or solve an issue.
- Order supplies for security project leads and undertake stock/budget control for day to day running of security function.
- Work autonomously within role, including the development of procedure and protocols for projects and daily operations. Work is managed rather than supervised.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Trust Security Services Leads.
- Review Trust reporting system DATIX for potential or actual security breaches / incidents and support the appropriate resolution of incidents in line with Trust policy.
- Undertake the reporting of identified crimes to the Police or other relevant enforcement agency
- Provide specialist security advice, guidance and signposting to staff, patients and visitors Trust wide in line with Trust policies.
- Support with the investigation of security and crime related incidents, gathering and collating material and work in partnership to guide and deliver appropriate outcomes
- Undertake activity to create a pro-security culture within the Trust so that staff and patients accept responsibility for security matters and ensure that any security or criminal incidents or concerns are reported.
- Co-ordinate security resources to support enhanced observation of patients on wards.
- Enter, process and store security related data. Develop and create reports in relation to security performance and projects using a range of IT applications.
- Work collaboratively with external agencies such as the Police, HSE, NHS Fraud colleagues to facilitate investigations.
- Support the planning, implementation and management of physical security measures and controls, including access control and CCTV, through effective audit, risk assessment and stakeholder collaboration.
- Produce, co-ordinate, monitor and review security action plans.
- Provide support for security led meetings
- Co-ordinate the provision of CCTV and other material in relation to subject access requests and investigations in line with Trust Policy and legislation.
- Deliver security events and training to staff across all Hospital sites to inform/educate and support staff and promote a pro-Security culture within the Trust, through road shows, educational forums, training and drop in sessions.
- Plan and organise complex activities and programmes of work within the security function including supporting security managers in the management of projects and undertaking key work-streams within those projects.
- Analyse a range of facts and information sources to with respect to project work stream or security service delivery options. Make assessments and judgements on the best solutions to achieve an object or solve an issue.
- Order supplies for security project leads and undertake stock/budget control for day to day running of security function.
- Work autonomously within role, including the development of procedure and protocols for projects and daily operations. Work is managed rather than supervised.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Diploma level or equivalent.
- Administration/ Specialist IT system or project management knowledge, acquired via training or experience, equivalent to diploma level.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of delivering in a public sector environment.
- Knowledge and experience of delivering security or public safety
- Experience of working within a team
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication, organisational skills.
- Evidence of excellent written communication skills including ability to update records and report writing.
- Computer literate (including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications).
- Ability to work independently to complete tasks
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Diploma level or equivalent.
- Administration/ Specialist IT system or project management knowledge, acquired via training or experience, equivalent to diploma level.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of delivering in a public sector environment.
- Knowledge and experience of delivering security or public safety
- Experience of working within a team
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication, organisational skills.
- Evidence of excellent written communication skills including ability to update records and report writing.
- Computer literate (including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications).
- Ability to work independently to complete tasks
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).
