Mental Health Security Officer — Protect & Support

Saint Andrews Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health charity in Birmingham is seeking a Security Officer to maintain security systems and support female patients. Responsibilities include managing keys, responding to emergencies, and conducting patrols. Ideal candidates will have experience in healthcare or security, strong communication skills, and a full UK Driving Licence. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave, healthcare schemes, and access to vocational qualifications.

Benefits

Pension

Sickness policy on par with the NHS

Access to the Blue Light Card

27 days annual leave

Life cover

Electric Car lease scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Free parking

Paid DBS application

Access to free vocational qualifications

Qualifications

• Working knowledge or experience in the healthcare sector or similar.
• Working knowledge or experience in the security field.
• Good working knowledge of security systems.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Flexibility, reliability and ability to work a 12 hour shift pattern on days or nights.
• Strong customer focus.
• Ability to show initiative while adhering to policies and procedures.
• Full UK Driving Licence for Manual Vehicles (essential).

Responsibilities

• Maintain security systems and records.
• Manage key management and process staff and visitors.
• Respond to all emergency incidents including fire and intruder alarms.
• Conduct internal and external patrols of the site.
• Support female patients in our care.

Skills

Healthcare knowledge

Security knowledge

Communication skills

Customer focus

Initiative

Driving Licence

Job description

A mental health charity in Birmingham is seeking a Security Officer to maintain security systems and support female patients. Responsibilities include managing keys, responding to emergencies, and conducting patrols. Ideal candidates will have experience in healthcare or security, strong communication skills, and a full UK Driving Licence. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave, healthcare schemes, and access to vocational qualifications.