Security Manager

Compass Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm is looking for a Healthcare Security Manager to oversee safety in a healthcare environment in Greater London. This role involves leading a skilled security team, ensuring compliance with NHS and legislative standards, and providing support during incidents. The ideal candidate must hold a valid SIA Licence and demonstrate leadership and communication skills in high-pressure situations. Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Funded SIA licence renewal

Career development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access

Wellness and exercise classes

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Valid frontline SIA Licence is required.
• Comfortable working with vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to provide effective communication in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Healthcare Security Supervisors and Officers.
• Support incident response and investigations.
• Ensure adherence to NHS and CQC requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Verbal de-escalation

Knowledge of NHS and Mental Health Act

Job description

Healthcare Security Manager

Salary: Up to £50,000 Per Annum
Location: Edmonton, London

About the Role

Do you hold a valid frontline SIA Licence and want a role beyond traditional security? Are you looking for a rewarding leadership position where you can genuinely make a difference to patient, visitor, and staff safety?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Security Manager to lead our Award Winning Medirest Security Team. You will lead and develop a highly skilled security workforce, ensuring a safe, secure, and supportive hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Healthcare Security Supervisors and Officers
• Liaise confidently with clients, police, and multiple stakeholders
• Support incident response, investigations, and post-incident reviews
• Manage rotas,, appraisals, and compliance
• Ensure adherence to NHS, CQC, SIA, and relevant legislative requirements
• Support clinical teams with de-escalation and, where necessary, patient restraint
• Oversee CCTV operations (funded licence available if required)
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment across hospital grounds

About You

You will be:

• Passionate about patient, staff, and visitor safety
• A confident leader in high-pressure healthcare environments
• Skilled in communication, empathy, and verbal de-escalation
• Comfortable working with vulnerable individuals and those in distress
• Knowledgeable (or willing to learn) NHS security standards, Mental Health Act, and counter-terrorism requirements
• Computer literate and highly organised
• Flexible to meet business needs

What We Offer

We recognise your hard work and commitment with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Funded SIA licence renewal and role-specific training
• Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning
• Contributory pension scheme
• Digital GP access and wider healthcare benefits (for you and your family)
• Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Discounts on travel, supermarkets, cinema tickets, and major brands
• Cashback rewards and shareable discounts for friends and family