Location: Kent area (opportunities within Ashford, Margate, Canterbury & Dover)
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Position Overview
Are you ready to join our hospital security team? Assist Security Group is seeking experienced security professionals with exceptional customer service skills and a background in fast‑paced environments, ideally within NHS Hospitals. As a Security Officer, you will receive comprehensive training to handle various situations, including conflict management and physical intervention.
Responsibilities & Duties
* Collaborate with the in‑house security management team, following instructions from Hospital Security Managers.
* Manage queues, entrances, lobbies, wards, and car parks around the hospital premises.
* Provide assistance to the public, offering directions and information about the hospital and local area.
* Maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and contractors, ensuring a visible and vigilant security presence.
* Offer support to NHS staff and respond promptly to any incidents or emergencies.
* Utilise conflict management skills to de‑escalate situations and minimise the need for physical intervention.
* Maintain effective communication via two‑way radios and accurately report activities and incidents.
Requirements
* Valid Door Supervisor licence.
* Right to Work in the UK.
* 5‑year employment/educational history.
* Able to commute to the required areas – within 1 hour travel time.
* Able to work in a fast‑paced, challenging environment.
* Able to keep cool under pressure.
* Proficiency in using two‑way radios.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Professional appearance and demeanor.
Preferred (but Not Essential) Requirements
* Previous experience in NHS environments.
* Security experience with conflict management.
* Additional training in Emergency First Aid, ACT, Safeguarding, Fire Marshall, Manual Handling, Conflict Management.
Benefits
* Competitive pay rate.
* Perkbox membership.
* Shift pattern covering nights, days, and weekends (24/7 site).
* Onsite training provided.
Hospital Security can be physically touch, mentally challenging and extremely rewarding.
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