Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

BANK Security Officer

The closing date is 16 April 2026

Job summary

The postholder will

Carry out patrols and provide escorts as requested.

Attend and assist with Security incidents, responding to all security incidents within an agreed time frame, including the use of reasonable minimum force and duration, as necessary in line with Trust policy and legislation.

Work in clinical areas with patients who demonstrate abusive and aggressive actions towards staff and other patients.

Ensure effective traffic management and flow around the Trust sites

General portering duties when requested including escorting patients between departments e.g., Emergency department to wards etc.

Main duties of the job

To undertake security duties as required

To respond to fire calls when bleeped and undertake role as required

To ensure all fire doors and exit points are free of vehicle obstruction

Provide an immediate response for requests of assistance of violent and aggressive situations from patients and visitors, disorderly behaviour and general security issues ensuring that personal safety and the safety of staff, patients and visitors is maintained.

Provide prompt assistance for Medical and/or Nursing Staff with violent or abusive patients, giving necessary restraint control, to ensure safety to all. This will include assessing the situation and taking appropriate actions to aid resolution taking all relevant factors into consideration in line with Trust policies, protocols, standard operating procedures and training.

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.

Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.

We are part of a collaborative Group with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. As part of this partnership, colleagues may occasionally work across both organisations to support shared services, development opportunities and patient care.

St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.

Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.

Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.

For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org

Details

Date posted

10 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year PA

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

323-ES5344-LR-2

Job locations

Ashford and St Peters Hospital

Guildford Road

CHERTSEY

KT16 0PZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

To deal with public and staff in a professional manner

To be flexible in working hours

To undertake daily site walkabouts and report any equipment failures to the Estates helpdesk

To maintain a high personal appearance

To participate in all mandatory training and training appropriate to the job

To communicate with all levels of staff, visitors and patients

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deal with public and staff in a professional manner

To be flexible in working hours

To undertake daily site walkabouts and report any equipment failures to the Estates helpdesk

To maintain a high personal appearance

To participate in all mandatory training and training appropriate to the job

To communicate with all levels of staff, visitors and patients

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Experience of working with vulnerable people
  • Physically fit

Desirable

  • Experience of a healthcare setting
  • Knowledge of conflict resolution/SIA licence
  • Current Uk Driving Licence

Qualifcations

Essential

  • verbal and written English skills

Desirable

  • Willing to undertake further training
Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Experience of working with vulnerable people
  • Physically fit

Desirable

  • Experience of a healthcare setting
  • Knowledge of conflict resolution/SIA licence
  • Current Uk Driving Licence

Qualifcations

Essential

  • verbal and written English skills

Desirable

  • Willing to undertake further training

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters Hospital

Guildford Road

CHERTSEY

KT16 0PZ


Employer's website

https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ashford and St Peters Hospital

Guildford Road

CHERTSEY

KT16 0PZ


Employer's website

https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Portering & Security Manager

Sally Randall

sally.randall@nhs.net

01932722733

Details

Date posted

10 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year PA

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

323-ES5344-LR-2

Job locations

Ashford and St Peters Hospital

Guildford Road

CHERTSEY

KT16 0PZ


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