Job summary
This is a full time position 37.5hrs per week, attracting enhancement payments for working out of hours in line with NHS terms and conditions.
The Security Department has received significant funding investment and is replacing all its existing CCTV cameras, cables, recording devices and technology. This is an opportunity to be involved from the start as this new security management system is introduced. Synectics Synergy is the new VMS, and Briefcam AI has been bought as part of the technology package. The service is centralising at the Northern General Hospital and therefore this is the base for this post. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly changing service and be part of that change.
These posts are on a fixed rotating roster and the post holders will be required to work all shifts on whichever day or time the rostered shift falls.
Main duties of the job
Provide a response service for alarms at the Trust.
Provide an out of hours repair response helpline for the estates department.
Produce access control/ID cards.
Process applications for access control.
Monitor CCTV including providing evidence as and when required.
Act professional at all times and adhere to the Trust PROUD values.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
The Security Department's management makes a commitment to Lead, Inspire, Engage, Develop our staff and the Department in line with Trust PROUD values. To be available and accountable at all levels. To raise the profile and professionalism of the department so that it would be the service provider that the Trust would choose.
It is imperative that you can get to work for the shift start times of 6am, 2pm and 10pm, 7 days a week.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications/experience)
Desirable
- Membership of relevant professional association
- A recognised security qualification e.g SIA CCTV Licence
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a similar environment.
- Knowledge of procedures for use of CCTV, Intruder Alarms and Access Control.
- Ability to deal with the public in a polite and courteous manner.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work.
- Fire precautions & regulations
- Knowledge of CCTV systems
- Knowledge, familiarity with Data Protection Act
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with the public and a wide range of staff groups.
- Ability to use IT equipment, inc Microsoft packages
Desirable
- Ability to use a variety of technical equipment. Familiar with the use of personal radio equipment.
Other Factors
Essential
- To work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications/experience)
Desirable
- Membership of relevant professional association
- A recognised security qualification e.g SIA CCTV Licence
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a similar environment.
- Knowledge of procedures for use of CCTV, Intruder Alarms and Access Control.
- Ability to deal with the public in a polite and courteous manner.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work.
- Fire precautions & regulations
- Knowledge of CCTV systems
- Knowledge, familiarity with Data Protection Act
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with the public and a wide range of staff groups.
- Ability to use IT equipment, inc Microsoft packages
Desirable
- Ability to use a variety of technical equipment. Familiar with the use of personal radio equipment.
Other Factors
Essential
- To work as part of a team and on own initiative.
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).
