Frontline Hospital Security Officer: Staff Safety

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Security Officer to join the on-site Security Team at our main hospital site in Leigh on Sea. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for staff, patients, and visitors, while delivering excellent customer service.

You will respond to incidents, carry out general security duties, and assist with maintaining security across the site, requiring calm professionalism and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of service and safety.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incidents and security alerts.
• Carry out general security duties across the site.
• Provide friendly and professional assistance to staff and visitors.
• Answer general enquiries from patients and visitors.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Independent work

Customer service

Job description

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Security Officer to join the on-site Security Team at our main hospital site in Leigh on Sea. This role focuses on maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for staff, patients, and visitors, while delivering excellent customer service.

You will respond to incidents, carry out general security duties, and assist with maintaining security across the site, requiring calm professionalism and strong communication.