About this role
Job summary
Security Officer
POST: Security and Car parking
BASE: AIREDALE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
SALARY: £25,272 (Grade A) Pro rata against standard 37.5hr week, enhanced rate payable for nights weekends and bank holidays
HOURS: Average 42 hours per week Monday to Sunday. Day and night shifts plus weekends.
Main duties of the job
What You'll Be Doing
Providing a visible, reassuring presence across the hospital site Supporting staff, patients, and visitors with queries and assistance Responding to incidents in a calm and professional manner Helping to de-escalate challenging situations safely Monitoring access and ensuring hospital policies are followed Working closely with clinical teams and other support services Monitor car parking and parking enforcement within the site policy
About us
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We invite candidates from all backgrounds irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that different perspectives and experiences strengthen our team and improve the service we provide. We particularly encourage women to apply due to under-representation within the security team, and individuals who may not have considered a career in security before but have strong transferrable people and problem-solving skills.
AGH Solutions.
AGH Solutions Limited is a subsidiary of Airedale NHS Foundation Trust. We are an "Arms Length" commercial company who provide a range of services to the trust on a contractual basis.
You will benefit from a pension scheme (Note: NEST, not NHS), sick pay, maternity pay, the Trust Employee Assistance Programme and a range of other benefits. Anti social hours and weekends are paid at an enhanced rate.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a supportive and inclusive team Make a real difference to patient and staff safety Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career Apply Now
If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can support others and contribute to a safe healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities
About the Role
We are looking for approachable, reliable, and professional individuals to join our Security Team. As a Hospital Security Officer, you will play an important role in helping to maintain a safe, calm, and supportive environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
This is a people-focused role where communication, teamwork, and professionalism are just as important as security awareness.
What Were Looking For
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. You dont need to fit a stereotype to succeed in this role.
Were particularly interested in people who:
Communicate clearly and respectfully with a wide range of people Stay calm and confident in busy or challenging situations Work well as part of a team Show good judgement and a responsible approach to safety Are dependable and take pride in their work Experience in security is helpful but not essential we want skills, qualities and values.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Willing to work towards (and successfully obtain) SIA and CCTV badges.
Desirable
Holds SIA and CCTV badges GCSE English at grade A-C
Skills/Competencies Essential
Ability to follow instructions both verbal and written Communicates effectively Able to speak, read and write a good standard of English
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of Confidentiality Demonstrates an understanding of Dignity and Respect Understanding of Health and Safety
Desirable
Knowledge of an NHS organisation or similar environment
Experience Essential
Basic knowledge of health and safety in a working environment
Desirable
Previous experience of working in a hospital\healthcare\care home environment
Other Essential
Able to complete work records accurately Able to work to schedules, procedures and deadlines Ability to de-escalate conflict situations through negotiation Ability to use reasonable, necessary and proportionate force when appropriate
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name AGH Solutions Ltd
Address Airedale General Hospital
Airedale NHS Trust Building 5
Keighley
BD20 6TD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://aghsolutions.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)