Job summary
- Main area
- Security
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent: day and night shifts
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (4 days on / 4 days of)
- Job ref
- 279-6750151-NOV24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Richard's Hospital
- Town
- Chichester
- Salary
- £23,615 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 08/12/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Security Officer
NHS AfC: Band 2
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Assisting the Security Manager in providing a reliable and cost-effective security service to the Trust across all locations.
Our goal is to create a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors by preventing acts of violence and abuse. Whenever possible, we ensure that evidence is collected and preserved to help secure the conviction of offenders. This role may occasionally involve engaging directly with patients and members of the public who may be exhibiting challenging behaviour.
Main duties of the job
Undertake high profile (visibility) patrols of all areas of the Trust Estate to deter & detect criminal activity directed against the Trust, its staff, patients and other assets.
Undertaking initial investigation of thefts and other security incidents across the Trust and providing crime prevention & remedial security advice to victims of crime and ward/department Managers.
To establish and maintain positive working relationships with police and criminal justice services.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Prevent and deter criminal acts by providing a high visibility presence around the sites.
Respond to and protect staff, patients and visitors from acts of violence and abuse.
Protect Trust property from crime and criminal activity.
Work with the Security Supervisors to gather information regarding incidents including criminal cases and assist in ensuring they are progressed
appropriately, including attendance at Court where required.
Ensure security incidents are investigated and reported in accordance with Trust Policy & Security Department procedures.
Deal sensitively and in an empathetic manner with staff, visitors & patients who present with complex and highly emotive issues as a result of the wider impact of crime including violence and physical assaults.
Strictly adhere to the Directorate dress code and wear the appropriate PPE for the duties being carried out.
Ensure Trust confidentiality and Data Protection is maintained with security information, evidence and CCTV/BWC images
Ensure all information remains confidential in regard to security & criminal investigations.
When on mobile patrol maintain regular radio communication with Security colleagues.
Maintain detailed, accurate and timely records on all incidents and activities using computer based systems.
Follow Trust, Directorate and Departmental policies and procedures for
booking annual leave, changes to rota and sickness reporting.
Attend staff briefings and keep fully updated with matters affecting the Trust,
Directorate and Department by regular reference to bulletins, notices, emails, etc which are displayed on all staff communication notice boards.
Assist with the production of ID badges.
Assist with the issue of keys to staff, and ensure key logs are maintained.
Act at all times to strengthen the professional status of Security Services within the Trust.
To respond to security incidents and preserve and collect evidence at the scene of an incident
Ability to respond to emergency calls in a timely manner ensuring a fast response
To be trained in physical intervention and as a last resort, apply physical intervention only if necessary, reasonable and proportionate to the incident
Able to maintain regular site patrols and able to remain standing for long periods of time
To maintain all equipment provided, including, radios, mobiles, Body Worn Cameras, stab proof vests, bleeps and search wands.
To complete equipment check sheets for CCTV units
Ensure security offices are kept clean and tidy at all times for health and safety reasons.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
- Good education to GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths
Desirable criteria
- SIA Door Supervisor Licence • SIA CCTV Operators Licence
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nick Rossiter
- Job title
- Security and Car Park Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01243 788122
- Additional information
Ext 84379
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