Security Officer
The closing date is 07 October 2025
Job summary
Are you looking for a new role, where you can make a difference?
We are looking for hard-working, empathetic guards to join our our friendly security services team here at Basildon Hospital and help us continue providing all our staff, visitors and most importantly our patients a safe and welcoming environment to get better in.
This position is perfect for individuals who are keen to work on the frontline, are passionate about security and possess strong interpersonal skills.
You will play a pivotal role in maintaining a secure and welcoming atmosphere for all of our patients, visitors and staff.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Main duties of the job
The Security Team provide a comprehensive security service to the Hospital and Satellite sites in all weather and conditions.
In this front line service you will need to be polite, helpful, tactful but firm and have the ability to remain calm under pressure.
If successful, you will have a great deal of contact with staff, visitors and members of the public, clearing entrances for fire calls, responding to all security issues and answering general enquiries from our patients and visitors; so a multi task approach is essential.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year Per annum (Pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-EFM-BA-0849
Job locations
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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