Job summary The Facilities department at Dorset County Hospital are excited to announce that we are looking for Security Team Lead to join our In House security team providing a 24/7 Security Service throughout the hospital. We are looking to fulfil 2 part time Vacancy with set shifts - for more shift information please contact Lisa Rowland A background in Security is desirablebut not essential as full training in security within a health care setting will be given. Main duties of the job Provide a security presence throughout all areas of the hospital in order todeliver a polite, efficient, and compassionate service to patients, visitors andstaff at all times. Line management of staff and contracts associated with these services The Security Lead Assists the Facilities Manager in the management, coordination and the smooth day to day running of hard and soft facilities services, within the following key areas Identify and anticipate changing demands on the service, developing and implementing plans to meet them and leading in the change management process Provide a first line quick and immediate response to distressed, violent and aggressive persons (including mental health patients) within the hospital, calming individuals using verbal and non verbal communication skills, where necessary physically restraining and escorting persons from site in order to maintain a safe environment within the hospital. Data Protection Act 2018and the Trust license for the detection and prevention of crime. Where required. Undertake physical patrols of the hospital site in line with schedule and inorder to provide a security presence and maintain a secure environmentincluding checking closure departments. About us At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 405-25-EA046SEC Job locations Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Job description Job responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitmentdchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Job description Job responsibilities Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact us at Recruitmentdchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Certificate in business administration or Level 5 or sufficient management experience, ideally in facilities/security management within the NHS KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Experience in managing multiple disciplines of staff and a wide range of facilities services areas Evidence of good budget and resource management Experience of writing reports and presenting Business Cases Demonstrates good contract management Experience of working to prescribed guidelines and codes of practice SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information, gaining agreement or co-operation as required Possesses well developed interpersonal skills, able to negotiate and persuade people with a balanced consultative approach to implementing change Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally with a wide range of people Adopts a team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and interested and supportive of the work of colleagues Desirable Ability to coach, develop and motivate people Good IT skills, MS Office Suite, and other related FM software systems Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Certificate in business administration or Level 5 or sufficient management experience, ideally in facilities/security management within the NHS KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Essential Experience in managing multiple disciplines of staff and a wide range of facilities services areas Evidence of good budget and resource management Experience of writing reports and presenting Business Cases Demonstrates good contract management Experience of working to prescribed guidelines and codes of practice SKILLS & ABILITIES Essential Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive, or contentious information, gaining agreement or co-operation as required Possesses well developed interpersonal skills, able to negotiate and persuade people with a balanced consultative approach to implementing change Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally with a wide range of people Adopts a team orientated approach, able to work across organisation boundaries and interested and supportive of the work of colleagues Desirable Ability to coach, develop and motivate people Good IT skills, MS Office Suite, and other related FM software systems Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)