Security Officer

Job summary

Join Our Dedicated Security Team as Security Officer at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is looking for a dedicated and professional Security Officer to join our 24-hour security team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our staff, patients, and visitors across all Trust sites. About the Role As a Security Officer, you will help ensure the safety and protection of people, property, and premises including hospital wards, car parks, and outlying buildings. Youll respond to incidents, support staff and visitors, and promote a calm and secure atmosphere across our facilities. About You Were looking for someone who is reliable, professional, and committed to providing excellent service. You should have: A valid SIA Front Line Licence (Level 2) and SIA (PSS) CCTV Licence Previous experience working in a security environment Experience in a customer-facing role, ideally within a healthcare or public service setting The ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate effectively with people from all backgrounds Shift Information Standard shift pattern: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off (12-hour shifts) Please note: the shift pattern is currently under review and may be subject to change Flexibility is essential, as you may be required to cover different hospital sites or provide cover during staff absences and annual leave

Main duties of the job

Security staff will be expected to maintain at all times a standard of personal conduct and deportment in keeping with the nature of their duties and the hospital environment. Carry out regular patrols of the site and to report any incidents and/or damage in line with Local Operating Procedures Protection of patients, staff, visitors, contractors and any other legitimate site users property against loss, theft, damage and waste Manage disturbances and the escorting of unauthorised persons off the premises. Provide a Ward/Department presence in situations where patients and/or visitors are being, or potentially being, violent or aggressive. Handle patients (including out-patients), on a face-to-face basis, in circumstances involving violent/aggressive behaviour using the application of conflict resolution techniques. If (or when) required, apply control and restraint techniques as per the approved Care and Responsibility criteria/training to fulfil the duties and responsibilities. Receive & log complaints of crime from patients/visitors and staff. Carry out investigations when required of any loss or breaches of security and report to Supervisor as necessary. Provide security assistance as required in accordance with Trust Major Incident Plan, Missing Patient Policy and Major Non-Clinical Emergency Policy and at the scene of road traffic accidents within hospital grounds.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

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

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