About this role
Job summary
The Facilities department at Dorset County Hospital are excited to announce that we are looking for Security Supervisors, joining our expanding security team providing a 24/7 Security Service throughout the hospital.
We are looking to fulfil 2 part time positions, working to a set shift rotation - for more shift information please contact Lisa Rowland, Security Team Lead.
A background in Security is desirable but not essential as full training in security within a health care setting will be given.
Main duties of the job
The Security Supervisor is required to assist the Security Team Lead in the day to day running of the security service deputising in their absence and undertaking general duties.
The Security Supervisor will co-ordinate and work as part of a team in the professional delivery of a high-quality multi-tasking Security service to patients, clients and visitors to Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust.
The post-holder will supervise the Security team and work closely with all members of staff in ensuring the delivery of a high quality service. This will require the utilisation of good administrative, communication and interpersonal skills. All staff members within the facilities departments have a shared responsibility to service the needs of the department.
The Security Supervisor Assists the Security Lead in the management, coordination and the smooth day to day running of the facilities services.
Supervisor of staff and contracts associated with these services.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential
GCSE or Similar for writing English Language
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential
Experience of working within a clinical/Hospital environment Experience of a team leader/supervisory job role
Desirable
Experience of working with a range of staff at all levels Experience in managing workload meet deadline and standards Experience of performance, development and welfare of staff members
SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential
Evidence of attention to detail and the ability to work without close supervision within broad procedural guidelines Experience of ability to make decisions within defined boundaries Experience of ability to work as part of a team Evidence of managing own workload
Desirable
Evidence of ability to communicate effectively with the general public and colleagues across a range of issues An understanding of confidentially and its place in the NHS
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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)