Assistant Security / Violence & Aggression Officer

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Dafen; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Security / Violence and Aggression Officer to enhance safety at hospital sites. Responsibilities include managing access control and CCTV systems, assisting Security Advisers, and training staff on personal safety. Essential qualifications include a Level 3 Diploma in Security Management or equivalent experience. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable as the role supports a diverse staff within healthcare facilities across various locations. Apply if you are passionate about security in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Essential experience in security services, particularly in healthcare or related settings.
• Desirable knowledge of the criminal justice process and enforcement agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Welsh is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage access control, CCTV, and ID badge systems at hospital sites.
• Assist Security Adviser and Violence and Aggression Case Manager.
• Provide advice and training to staff on personal safety.

Skills

Security Management

Conflict Resolution

Training Staff in Personal Safety

Knowledge of Security Standards

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Security Management or equivalent experience

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Health, Safety and Security Team as a Security / Violence and Aggression Officer., The main duties of this role are:

• Support the operational management arrangements at the Health Board's General Hospital sites and associated sites, including day to day management of access control, CCTV and Staff ID badge systems;
• Assist the Health Board Security Adviser and Violence and Aggression Case Manager in their duties;
• Provide advice and training to staff in personal safety and provide support to staff affected by violence and aggression.
  
  Level 3 Diploma in Security Management or equivalent experience and knowledge along with Security Service experience in healthcare (or security related service) are essential. Experience of the criminal justice process with enforcement agencies including victim/witness support and thorough knowledge of security related standards and procedures are desirable.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services. We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers. Our services are provided in:
• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services