Security Officer

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Security Team member to ensure safety and manage incidents at their Tameside site. This role requires excellent communication skills, experience in the NHS or social services, and the ability to make quick decisions in challenging situations. Candidates should be self-motivated with good interpersonal skills. Shift patterns include evenings and weekends. If you are passionate about maintaining a safe environment, we welcome your application.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within NHS or Social Services.
• Good interpersonal skills with experience of liaising with a range of services.
• Knowledge of security environment and potential risks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and de-escalate situations appropriately.
• Witness and accurately document incidents in line with Trust Policy.

Skills

Good level of general education in GCSE Maths or English or equivalent

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to be self motivated

Competent with programming / inputting systems

Ability to make effective judgements in a complex environment

Education

Good level of general education in GCSE Maths or English or equivalent

Job description

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Job overview

An opportunity has arisen to expand our Security Team in our Tameside site on.

The Security team provide the first point of contact for all staff, patients, carers, professionals and other visitors. This team is an essential part of the processes that maintain safety at the unit.

Working shift patterns between 7.00am and 7.00pm including weekends and Bank Holidays.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking to recruit someone with an approachable and supportive nature, capable of managing and de‑escalating situations appropriately.

The role demands a calm manner and an organised approach to work. The role is varied and busy as well as challenging. The nature of the role demands the ability to think on your feet, make quick decisions and deal effectively with unexpected situations.

During a response incident you may be required to witness and accurately document incidents in line with Trust Policy.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the job description and person spec, ensuring you understand the nature of the role you are applying for.

Person specification

Education / qualifications

• Good level of general education in GCSE Maths or English or equivalent.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• PMVA training or willingness and ability to complete prior to start date.

Experience

• Proven experience within NHS or Social Services


• Good interpersonal skills with experience of liaising with a range of services


• Competent with programming / inputting systems

Desirable Experience

• Experience of using security systems and issuing passes.


• CCTV knowledge / experience

Knowledge

• Knowledge of security environment and potential risks.


• Knowledge of Fire, Health & Safety Regs


• Knowledge of Equality and Diversity


• Knowledge of all Microsoft applications and IT literate

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to be self motivated


• Able to demonstrate an understanding of Mental Health problems and a positive attitude to people who experience them.


• Ability to make effective judgements in a complex environment


• Training in or a willingness to take part in training to physically manage violence and aggression.

Desirable Skills and Abilities

• Experience of hospital settings

Work Related Circumstances

• Willingness to undertake a flexible shift pattern including evening and weekend cover (including Bank Holidays).


• Full UK Clean Driving Licence


• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs

📝 Application support - We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.

🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the

📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email

🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre‑employment checks in line with . These include :

• Identity verification


• Right to work check


• Disclosure and barring service (DBS) / Criminal record check (dependent on role)


• Professional registration and / or qualification check


• Occupational health assessment


• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -

The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

📣 Additional Information -

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

Please note :

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.


• We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.

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