Job summary The provision of a high quality, efficient customer orientated security service and compliance with the Trust Patient Confidentiality Policy. The job role requires that the post holder will either undertake the role of security guard during their shift. working one fixed day per week with the remaining hours allocated ADHOC in advance. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received Main duties of the job The Security department at Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital provide a variety of services to patients and departments, including maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff, the provision of a high quality, efficient customer orientated Security service and compliance with the Trust Patient Confidentiality Policy. The post will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. About us NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country. Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website www.nhfm.co.uk for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us. Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 319-6760505LW Job locations Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital Northumbria Way Cramlington NE23 6NZ Job description Job responsibilities To provide a comprehensive Security service to all Wards andDepartments on site to be flexible in approach to work and undertake other duties that are assigned under the role. To provide a security service to the hospital and grounds, protecting people and property and detecting and preventing crime. To manage the Trusts car parks, dealing with illegally parked vehicles and ensuring safe access and egress from site. This post is required to work on a rolling Rota working 12 hour shifts with a 1 hour un-paid break. Job description Job responsibilities To provide a comprehensive Security service to all Wards andDepartments on site to be flexible in approach to work and undertake other duties that are assigned under the role. To provide a security service to the hospital and grounds, protecting people and property and detecting and preventing crime. To manage the Trusts car parks, dealing with illegally parked vehicles and ensuring safe access and egress from site. This post is required to work on a rolling Rota working 12 hour shifts with a 1 hour un-paid break. Person Specification Application form Essential General education A sound knowledge of Portering and security procedures, and the ability to follow procedures to ensure effective and efficient security systems. A recognised qualification issued by the Security Industry Authority, will, if not currently held, be expected to be worked towards and gained within 12 months of appointment. Other Requirements Essential It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role. Experience Desirable Previous experience in Conflict resolution/Physical intervention techniques Person Specification Application form Essential General education A sound knowledge of Portering and security procedures, and the ability to follow procedures to ensure effective and efficient security systems. A recognised qualification issued by the Security Industry Authority, will, if not currently held, be expected to be worked towards and gained within 12 months of appointment. Other Requirements Essential It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role. Experience Desirable Previous experience in Conflict resolution/Physical intervention techniques 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 Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital Northumbria Way Cramlington NE23 6NZ Employer's website https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)