Purpose of Role: To provide dedicated, continuous supervision and support to a patient identified as requiring 1-to-1 security due to risks such as aggression, absconding, self-harm, or vulnerability. The role ensures the safety of the patient, staff, and others within the hospital environment.
Responsibilities
* Continuous Supervision - Maintain constant observation of the assigned patient to ensure safety and prevent incidents such as absconding, self-harm, or aggression.
* Risk Prevention - Identify and respond to potential risks or triggers; intervene early to de‑escalate situations using approved techniques.
* Patient Escort - Safely accompany the patient during movements within the hospital (e.g., to appointments, wards, or outdoor areas), ensuring secure and controlled transitions.
* Incident Management - Respond promptly to any incidents involving the patient and support clinical staff during emergency situations or behavioural escalations.
* Communication - Maintain clear and professional communication with nursing and medical staff; report any changes in patient behaviour, mood, or condition.
* Documentation - Accurately record observations, incidents, and interventions in line with hospital procedures and complete handover notes for continuity of care.
* Safeguarding & Confidentiality - Adhere to safeguarding protocols and maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
* Professional Conduct - Maintain a calm, respectful, and non‑judgmental approach and uphold hospital values and standards of behaviour.
* Compliance - Follow all relevant policies, including infection control, health and safety, and restraint protocols.
* Training & Development - Attend mandatory training sessions (e.g., PMVA, MAPA, safeguarding) and stay updated on best practices in patient safety and behavioural management.
Working in security at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust means being part of a dedicated team that plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive environment for patients, staff, and visitors. As part of the wider OneLSC shared services programme, our security operations benefit from collaborative innovation and streamlined practices across multiple NHS trusts in the region. The role combines frontline responsibility with strategic input, offering opportunities to work with advanced CCTV systems, incident response protocols, and safeguarding procedures. Team members are valued for their professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to upholding NHS values, making it a rewarding and respected career path within the Trust.
This advert closes on Thursday 20 Nov 2025.
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