Security Officer

Vigilant Security have a number of opportunities available in Leeds, working as a Hospital Bed Watch Security Officer.

All Vigilant Bed Watch Security Officers will have a vital role in ensuring that the hospital is welcoming and accessible but most importantly a safe environment for patients on a one to one basis.

You must be able to provide a professional, responsive and observant security presence to ensure full protection of the staff, patients, premises and equipment is provided at all times.

• Shift pattern will consist of days and nights, ideally 4 on 4 off, (however there is flexibility to offer part time working and hours to suit around your personal commitments.)
• Full and ongoing training with a view for career development including opportunities to progress.
• Pay rate of £12.44 per hour.
• Competitive annual leave.
• Company uniform provided.
• Employee App, so you have access to the latest company announcements.
• Vigilant Security Reward and Recognition scheme. Each month, an employee is selected to receive a £100 voucher of their choice, along with a Certificate of Excellence.

• Frontline Door Supervision SIA licence is essential.
• Fully comprehensive 5 year work/education history; including full company names, addresses and landline contact numbers required.
• You must be able to pass an enhanced DBS check.
• Care related experience or qualification would be an advantage.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to interact with patients and show empathy and compassion during bed watching duties.
• Ability to handle typical and crisis situations efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to work shifts up to 12 hours in length.
• Must have a professional manner to deal with difficult, sometimes stressful and physically challenging situations.
• Smart, well-groomed and confident.
• A commitment to providing first class customer service is essential.
• Good report writing skills.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.