Healthcare Security Officer Weston-super-Mare, England
Job description
RedWatch Security Ltd was incorporated in 2007 and has been providing the United Kingdom with a national security coverage in Manned Guarding. We also operate a 24-hour mobile response unit, running for over eight years.
RedWatch Security Ltd is looking for outstanding, professional Security officers to work alongside our in-house team. Working within our essential security team, you will be the main point of contact for our clients within our portfolio.
RedWatch Security Ltd recognizes that it is essential to provide equal opportunities to all persons without discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment and promotion, giving guidance and encouragement to employees at all levels to act fairly and prevent discrimination. We are pleased to be an equal opportunity employer.
Employment Type: Zero-Hour Contract
Hours and/or Shift Patterns: 12 hour night shifts Saturday - Monday every week.
Night Shifts 18.00 -06.00
Position Summary
You will be part of a core security team, that delivers exceptional quality at the highest of standards within the Health Care and Education Sector. This is a very challenging role, that will give you a complete feeling of job satisfaction and be a part of a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
- To ensure the security and safety of the client's property and personnel
- You will act as the first-line support to employees and visitors to site, providing a professional and friendly service
- You will monitor fire, security and building systems
- You will assist in de-escalating anti-social behaviour and/or any incidents
- You will interact with staff, patients, visitors, contractors, and members of the general public on a wide range of issues and criteria.
- You will conduct bespoke ward audits, assessments and pro-active site patrols
- Training provided for making and supplying visitor ID badges.
Who are we looking for?
RedWatch Security Ltd are looking for someone who is:
- Enthusiastic, motivational, and strives for excellence
- Smart and of professional appearance
- Someone who takes the initiative and drives for results
- Organised, able to make robust judgement and prioritise
- Honest, transparent and consistent
- Gain and hold the respect of others
- Have a flexible approach with 'can do' attitude
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to work by themselves and within a team
Benefits of working with RedWatch Security Ltd: RedWatch Security Ltd's holiday year begins on the 1st January and ends on 31st December each year, during which you will receive a paid holiday entitlement of 28 days, based on the number of hours you have worked. Due to high demand, annual leave requested from 1st December to 1st January will not be accepted unless express authorization is sought from your Line Manager for exceptional circumstances. Time and Half is paid for all UK Bank Holidays if worked, deemed to run from midnight to midnight. We also offer a competitive work-place pension which is optional and you are entitled to opt-out.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Experience: At the commencement of your employment, you will receive training shifts and as your employment progresses, your skills may be extended to encompass new job role activities within the business. It is a condition of your employment that you participate in any training deemed necessary by RedWatch Security Ltd for you to reach the required levels of standard.
Training: At the commencement of your employment, you will receive training shifts and as your employment progresses, your skills may be extended to encompass new job role activities within the business. The client will also look to provide the following training:
Previous experience is desired but not required.
SIA Licence is essential for this role.
PPE Required: Black Safety Boots, Black trousers with short sleeve black polo shirt. ( you will be provided with other PPE )
Pay Rate: £10.42 per hour, paid on a monthly basis in line with our PAYE Scheme.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Night shift
- Weekends only
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Weston-Super-Mare: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- security: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- SIA (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/04/2023
