Join Our Dedicated Security Team Security Officer
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is seeking a committed, professional, and customer focused Security Officer to become an integral part of our 24 hour Security Team.
You will play a key role in ensuring the safety and security of our staff, patients, visitors, and property across the Trust's sites, including hospital wards, car parks, and outlying buildings. This is a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare environment where your contribution directly supports patient care and staff wellbeing.
If you have the required SIA licences, security experience, and a strong commitment to customer service, we would welcome your application.
Shift Information
- 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off.
- 12-hour shifts.
- Shift pattern is currently under review and may be subject to change.
- Flexibility is essential, including the ability to:
- Covers shifts during periods of annual leave and staff absence.
- Adapt to operational requirements as needed.
Main duties of the job
- Maintain a safe and secure environment across Trust premises.
- Conduct routine patrols of hospital wards, grounds, and external facilities.
- Respond effectively to security incidents, emergencies, and alarms.
- Monitor and operate CCTV systems in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
- Manage access control and assist with investigations when required.
- Provide a visible and reassuring security presence for staff, patients, and visitors.
- Deliver excellent customer service and support across all areas of the Trust.
Job Responsibilities
To be considered for this role, applicants must possess:
- A valid SIA Door Supervisor/Front Line Licence (Level 2).
- A valid SIA Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) Licence (PSS).
- Previous experience working within a security environment.
- Proven customer facing experience with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with challenging situations.
- Good observational, reporting, and problem solving skills.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility is essential, including the ability to:
- Work across various hospital sites.
- Cover shifts during periods of annual leave and staff absence.
- Adapt to operational requirements as needed.
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.
