Security Team Leader

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Haywards Heath, Brighton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Security Manager to oversee security operations at their hospitals. The role requires excellent managerial and communication skills, with responsibilities including managing security teams, protecting individuals, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in security management. Join a diverse and supportive environment focused on patient care and staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Wellbeing Programme

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Experience in security and control room settings preferred.
• Full, clean category B driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage security teams and protect staff, patients, and visitors.
• Handle incidents and ensure compliance with security policies.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Conflict Management

Education

Leadership & Management Level 3

SIA Level 2 Door Supervisor License

Level 2 National Certificate for CCTV Operators

Job description

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Main area Security Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rolling 4 on 4 off, both days and nights) Job ref 279-7141561-MAY25

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £26,530 - £29,114 PLUS enhancements for nights, weekends, and bank holidays Salary period Yearly Closing 25/05/2025 23:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts , we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

We are looking for a person with excellent managerial and communication skills who is able to work effectively under pressure and can demonstrate a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of criminal law, CCTV control room operations and security incident management.

You will be leading existing security teams based in the busy environment of the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton and the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath.

Hours of work based on a 37.5 hour week, rostered duties will include weekends, nights and bank holidays.

Security staff will be recruited in accordance with BS7858:2006.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to perform duties across all premises where University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundation Trust operate. You must be capable of protecting staff, patient’s visitors and property and dealing with untoward incidents. You will have experience of dealing with the public in a customer orientated environment and be of a calm, sympathetic nature whilst maintaining an authoritative manner. Some control room duties will be required.

You will come into contact with difficult, aggressive and sometimes violent individuals. You will be given formal training in Conflict management & Physical Intervention Techniques. A degree of physical and mental robustness is required. If you have any doubts about your physical abilities or any health problems that will make you more liable to physical or mental harm you should consider carefully whether to apply. Applicants must possess a full, clean, category B driving license.

Essential requirements for this role are good communication skills, good understanding of written and spoken English, staying calm under pressure and being able to sustain lengthy periods of concentration. Full formal training will be provided but experience of working in Security and Control room settings would be advantageous as would experience of managing a small team of staff.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Manage the initial response to and protect Staff, Patients and Visitors from acts of violence and abuse.

Manage day to day activities to protect Trust property from crime and criminal activity.

Provide line management support to Security Officers, Control Room Operators, Traffic Officers and Agency Security & Traffic Officers.

Work with the Security Supervisors to gather information regarding incidents including criminal cases are assist in ensuring they progressed appropriately, including attendance at Court where required.

Ensure Security incidents are investigated and reported in accordance with Trust Policy & Security Dept. procedures.

Deal sensitively and in an empathetic manner with staff, visitors & patients who present with complex and highly emotive issues as a result of the wider impact of crime including violence and physical assaults.

Ensure that all NHS security work is carried out within the professional and ethical procedures of the Security Dept.

Manage the day to day arrangements for Traffic management & car parking facilities in order to maximise the availability of parking facilities for patients, visitors & staff.

Person specification

Experience / Qualifications

• Full, Clean Category B Driving License
• Basic English and Maths knowledge
• Leadership & Management Level 3 or equivalent qualification or experience
• Level 2 National Certificate for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance or relevant qualification or experience
• SIA Level 2 Door Supervisor License

Skills

• Ability to write reports
• Demonstrate competencies for planned and unplanned activity including emergencies
• Evidence of leading and managing a team

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Important information for applicants:

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Charlie Mechen Job title Deputy Security Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01273 696955 Additional information

01273 696955 Ext. 67051

Mobile No: 07469377382 (office hours only)