Job Description

Are you looking for a new role, where you can make a difference?
We are looking for hard-working, empathetic guards to join our our friendly security services team here at Basildon Hospital and help us continue providing all our staff, visitors and most importantly our patients a safe and welcoming environment to get better in.
This position is perfect for individuals who are keen to work on the frontline, are passionate about security and possess strong interpersonal skills.
You will play a pivotal role in maintaining a secure and welcoming atmosphere for all of our patients, visitors and staff.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Main duties of the job
The Security Team provide a comprehensive security service to the Hospital and Satellite sites in all weather and conditions.
In this front line service you will need to be polite, helpful, tactful but firm and have the ability to remain calm under pressure.
If successful, you will have a great deal of contact with staff, visitors and members of the public, clearing entrances for fire calls, responding to all security issues and answering general enquiries from our patients and visitors; so a multi task approach is essential.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year Per annum (Pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-EFM-BA-0849
Job locations
Basildon
Nethermayne
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting 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.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting 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.
No VISA sponsorship available for this role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE or Equivalent

Desirable

• A Level

Systems
Essential

• Working knowledge of CCTV and Access Control systems

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrable experience with dealing with members of the public
• Experience with physical restraint

Desirable

• PMVA level 2 training
• Knowledge of DoLS and MCA framework
• working for the NHS

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE or Equivalent

Desirable

• A Level

Systems
Essential

• Working knowledge of CCTV and Access Control systems

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Demonstrable experience with dealing with members of the public
• Experience with physical restraint

Desirable

• PMVA level 2 training
• Knowledge of DoLS and MCA framework
• working for the NHS

Skills Required