About this role
Job summary
Are you looking for something a bit different, a new challenge, a varied role?
Arnold Lodge is a specialist mental health hospital and prides itself on providing the highest quality of care to our patients.
We are seeking to recruit Bank Contractor Escorts to join our small security team and wider fantastic multi-disciplinary teams within the hospital.
Main duties of the job
As Part of the Security Team, you will have responsibility for escorting contractors in all areas of the site including within the secure area of the hospital, controlling the movement of both Contractors & vehicles, you will also be required to ensure all security procedures are followed and account for all contractor tools at points throughout the day. The aim is to provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, contractors and staff.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description Job responsibilities
The attached Job Description and Person Spec contains the full details and main responsibilities of the vacancy
Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary / skill level is below the minimum required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person Specification
Physical Requirements Essential
Ability to maintain basic physical activity for periods of time
Qualifications Essential
Good basic education
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a team
Desirable
Able to communicate in a clear and concise manner
Skills Essential
Good communicator Flexible Works well within a team or on their own initiative
Desirable
Possession of a clean driving licence
Contractual Requirements Essential
This role is on an "as required" basis
Values and behaviours Essential
oAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork oAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Knowledge Essential
Awareness of security and safety arrangements Awareness of mental health care Understanding conflicting demands and being able to respond appropriately
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.
Employer details Employer name Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Arnold Lodge
Cordelia Close
Leicester
LE5 0LE
Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)