Head of Security

6 months ago

Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and security of both patients and staff in a dynamic healthcare environment? Do you possess the expertise to influence and drive a comprehensive violence and aggression strategy within one of the largest NHS teaching hospitals in the country? If so, we would like to talk to you about the exciting opportunity to join our team as Head of Security in Southampton.

As the Senior Security Management Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering our violence and aggression reduction and security agenda. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic initiatives to minimise security risks and create a safe and secure environment, for patients, visitors, and staff members. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the overall safety and security of our hospital community, while maintaining a sensitive patient centred service.

Security operations at the hospital are currently delivered through partnership with a security contractor, the contract for which you will be the designated contract manager, responsible for contract management, providing guidance and support to ensure effective security operations, and for the management of our security infrastructure. You will also be integral to defining our long term plan.

You will contribute to developing and implementing a comprehensive security and violence and aggression strategy tailored to the specific needs of our hospital.

Supporting the site operations, emergency planning and operational security teams when significant events arise in the trust.

At University Hospital Southampton Foundation Trust we are committed to providing exceptional patient care in a safe and secure environment. With around 14000 staff, and 1500 beds as a leading NHS teaching hospital, we strive for excellence in all aspects of healthcare delivery. Our team is dedicated to fostering a culture of safety and wellbeing for all who enter our doors.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

**Key responsibilities include**:
Collaborating with internal stakeholders up down and across the organisation to assess security risks and threats and develop proactive mitigation strategies and drive a pro-security culture throughout the workforce and services.

Implement a robust security assurance program to to assess risk, threats, monitor performance and identify and implement improvements and corrective actions. Providing assurance or escalation for trust scrutiny.

Provide advice, guidance, and input on the development of trust policy and procedures. Owning, maintaining and developing trust security related polices and procedures.

Act as the lead liaison with external law enforcement agencies and community partners to enhance joint working and response efforts.

Proven experience in security management, preferably within a healthcare or similar high-risk environment.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a complex and diverse workforce.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external to the organisation.

Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement innovative security solutions.

Demonstrated commitment to promoting a culture of safety and inclusivity within the workplace.

Be an effective decision maker who can remain calm and composed under pressure and effectively operate in dynamic and evolving situations.

We operate the trust across several sites, so a driving licence is an advantage.

For an informal discussion regarding this role please contact :

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