
Job overview
An opportunity has come up for a Security Officer at the Friarage Hospital.
This post advert is for a day shift position.
The security department has the purpose of providing a dedicated and professional service to all the patrons of the Trust; the service provides staff escorts, crime prevention and a quick response service in cases of emergency.
Main duties of the job
To assist in providing a safe and secure environment for staff, patients and visitors within the
Friarage Hospital site and adjoining premises. To protect the buildings and their contents, from
theft unsolicited visitors and damage.
The security department operates 24 hourly, 365 days a year, with its main remit being the
Health & safety of the environment and reporting of all instances of crime
Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Working without supervision but as part of a team
- Ability work under pressure
- Ability to Prioritise
- Ability to use initiative employing tact and diplomacy
Desirable
- Radio Communications Experience
- Working with NHS IT Systems
- Health & Safety
- Manual Handling
- Customer Care
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a porter or security role
Desirable
- Previous experience within a hospital environment
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 1 in Maths/English or equivalent
Desirable
- Gas Cylinder Handling
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This advert is for Security Officer/Porter with South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Friarage Hospital. It is listed as a Band 3 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Permanent: Night work 6pm-6am. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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