About this role
Job summary
Job overview
King's College Hospital has an exciting opportunity to join their in-house Security Department. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated person who is looking to develop their skills and can proactively contribute in a sometimes very demanding environment. The Security Officer posts will work a 24/7 shift pattern which attracts a salary of £34,186 - £37,389 inclusive of HCA's. An additional 25% shift allowance to be paid, dependent on experience and abilities.
You should ideally have experience of working in a security role, with an understanding of CCTV, alarm systems etc. You must be physically fit with good communication skills, along with the personality and experience to relate to people in all situations. You will be expected to exercise control and restraint techniques, for which full training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the King's College Hospital security team, providing a visible and reassuring presence to the public, patients, and staff. The role involves fulfilling all duties and performing to agreed standards in accordance with the Trust's policies. The position is primarily based on the Denmark Hill campus and requires working a twenty-four hour shift pattern.
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.
Our six strategic ambitions are deliveringhigh-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Maintain the safety, security and welfare of staff, patients, visitors and Trust property through a visible security presence.
- Conduct patrols, escorts and respond promptly to incidents, emergencies and requests for assistance.
- Support clinical staff during medical emergencies, including the lawful application of physical intervention where necessary.
- Liaise with emergency services, contractors and Trust departments to support operational activities.
- Participate in the Trusts Fire Response Team and assist during fire incidents and evacuations.
- Operate the Security Control Room, monitoring CCTV, alarms and other security systems, ensuring faults are promptly reported.
- Prevent, deter and respond to crime, anti-social behaviour and security breaches in accordance with Trust policies and legislation.
- Investigate, record and report incidents professionally, supporting appropriate sanctions and preventative measures.
- Promote a positive security culture and encourage timely reporting of security concerns.
- Enforce the Trusts parking policies and support the operation of car parking systems.
- Attend court or other legal proceedings when required to provide evidence.
- Comply with all Health and Safety, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Security policies and procedures.
- Contribute to risk management by identifying, implementing and maintaining effective controls, contingencies and actions to mitigate risk.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Be willing to undertake appropriate training courses to obtain relevant qualifications as directed by the security management team. This includes training in de-escalation communication skills, restraint techniques and the use of physical restraint equipment
- Be familiar with, or willing to undertake training in, CCTV operation, intruder alarm systems, radio communication skills, basic PC skills and other skills deemed necessary to be effective in the role of Security Officer.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Have the ability and confidence to make effective decisions in pressured, stressful and challenging situations.
- The ability to write and maintain clear and accurate records
- Excellent attendance and punctuality
Desirable
- Experience of working in a large organisation.
- Experience of a security environment.
- Knowledge of Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984 and common law relating to the use of force.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to adapt and take a flexible approach to problem solving
- Effective team worker
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)