Security officer

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Security Officer to join our team at South West London & St George's Mental Health Trust. You will play a key role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors across our mental health sites. This is a dynamic and rewarding role that requires vigilance, empathy, and a proactive approach to managing safety and security.

Job Responsibilities:

• Carry out all required duties set out in the Assignment instructions.
• Support supervisor to ensure 24-hour Security of the Trust Sites and Property is maintained.
• Support supervisor to ensure 24-hour monitoring of the Trust CCTV system is maintained.
• Respond to requests for assistance.
• Respond to Fire/Intruder/Panic Alarm activation.
• Respond to the attendance of ambulance/fire brigade.
• Assist with the evacuation of Trust buildings.
• Support Service Users, Visitors and Staff that may be in distress.
• Accident prevention and enforcement of Health and Safety policy.
• Liaise with the Police and Emergency services.
• Evict trespassers.
• Patrol Trust grounds and property.
• Secure and check doors, windows and access routes.
• Challenge persons found unescorted in secure areas.
• Assist with searches for missing Service Users.
• Conduct car park and internal road checks.
• Issue Parking Charge Notices.
• Assist with cash collection and transfer.
• Enforce the Trust's no Smoking policy.
• Provide instruction and advice to visitors and staff.
• Report and record incidents.
• Complete incident reports on the Trust electronic reporting system.
• Support the Supervisor in their duties.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Comply with Trust policies and procedures.

Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Career development
• Variety of benefits

Requirements:

• Valid SIA Licence
• Knowledge of NHS services
• Experience of working within a team
• Experience of working on own initiative
• Experience of working with public