Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Security Team
Are you a motivated individual with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills? Are you dedicated to working both independently and as part of a team? If you take pride in delivering exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you!
Our Security Team is seeking a proactive and professional team member to assist us in maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the safety of our staff, visitors, and premises—while providing outstanding customer service.
What we’re looking for:
A strong work ethic and positive attitude
Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A commitment to delivering high standards of service and safety
What you'll do:
Respond to incidents and security alerts
Carry out general security duties across the site
Provide friendly and professional assistance to staff and visitors
What we offer:
A supportive team environment where your development is encouraged
Access to the NHS pension scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Opportunities for career progression and training
If you're ready to be part of a trusted team and make a meaningful impact every day, apply now and help us continue to deliver excellence in safety and service.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Main duties of the job
The Security Team provides a comprehensive security service across the main hospital site at Southend, operating in all weather conditions.
As part of this front-line service, you’ll need to be polite, helpful, and tactful, while also being firm and able to remain calm under pressure. This is a highly visible role involving regular contact with staff, visitors, and members of the public.
If successful, you will:
Respond promptly to security incidents
Ensure emergency access points remain clear
Assist with maintaining a safe and secure environment
Answer general enquiries from patients and visitors
Strong communication skills and a flexible, professional approach are essential to succeed in this role.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Security Officer role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Person specification
Education
Essential
- GCSE or Equivalent
Desirable
- Security SIA license
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working as a security officer in a complex and varied organisation.
- Working Knowledge of CCTV and Access Control Systems
- Understanding of principles of criminal law (PACE)
Desirable
- Experience with working with other systems, i.e panic alarms
- Knowledge of DOLS and MCA framework
- Previous NHS Experience
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This advert is for Security Officer with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Westcliff On Sea, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,272 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Jul 2026.
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