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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    Facilities Management
  • Brighton & Hove

AI generated summary

  • You must lead security services, manage budgets, build stakeholder relationships, ensure compliance with laws, and develop violence reduction strategies while overseeing staff and operations.
  • You will manage security services, develop safety strategies, oversee budgets, handle investigations, ensure compliance, and enhance safety for staff and patients across the Trust.

Requirements

  • - Head of Service and subject specialist for all Security services within the Trust including undertaking the role of the Security Specialist for the Trust across all sites at the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
  • - Subject specialist for all Violence Reduction activities across the Trust.
  • - Support the Executive Director for Security and Assistant Director of Facilities in developing long-term strategic plans for Security service provision in support of the Trust’s strategic plans and clinical priorities.
  • - Budget holder for Security and Car Parking budgets.
  • - Establish and maintain good working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure Security services support the Trust in delivering safe and high quality patient care.
  • - Participate in investigations, grievances and disciplinary procedures, as required and if necessary conduct internal investigations and hearings.
  • - Protecting staff, patients and visitors from acts of violence and abuse ensuring wherever possible evidence is gathered and preserved to secure conviction of offenders. This will on occasion involve direct engagement with patients displaying challenging behaviour.
  • - The Post holder has Freedom to act and provide advice and guidance without recourse to senior colleagues, including communication with external stakeholders at a senior level.
  • - Act as the Head of Service for the Security and Car Parking services with line management responsibility of staff and act as the lead subject specialist Trust wide across UH Sussex.
  • - Interpret statutory legislation, national guidance and external policy on Security matters and develop policies and processes to ensure compliance by the Trust.
  • - Provide specialist advice and guidance on crime reduction measures and security management.
  • - Ensure that all NHS security management work is carried out within the professional and ethical framework.
  • - Ensure Security operational risks are identified and recorded on the Trust’s corporate risk register and that resources are put in place to pro-actively manage the risks.
  • - Develop and report on strategies and frameworks relating to crime and violence reduction measures across the organisation. This will include operational frameworks for the achievement of national and local targets.
  • - Produce the Trust’s annual security plan for approval by Executive Directors, Finance and Workforce committee, Security Management Group and the Board of Directors.
  • - Ensure Capital Development schemes and refurbishments receive appropriate & timely security advice to maximise the opportunity to “design out crime” from the Trust’s built environment and to achieve ‘Secured by Design’ status for new build & refurbished estate.

Responsibilities

  • Head of Service and subject specialist for all Security services within the Trust including undertaking the role of the Security Specialist for the Trust across all sites at the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
  • Subject specialist for all Violence Reduction activities across the Trust.
  • Support the Executive Director for Security and Assistant Director of Facilities in developing long-term strategic plans for Security service provision in support of the Trust’s strategic plans and clinical priorities.
  • Budget holder for Security and Car Parking budgets.
  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure Security services support the Trust in delivering safe and high quality patient care.
  • Participate in investigations, grievances and disciplinary procedures, as required and if necessary conduct internal investigations and hearings.
  • Protecting staff, patients and visitors from acts of violence and abuse ensuring wherever possible evidence is gathered and preserved to secure conviction of offenders. This will on occasion involve direct engagement with patients displaying challenging behaviour.
  • The Post holder has Freedom to act and provide advice and guidance without recourse to senior colleagues, including communication with external stakeholders at a senior level.
  • Act as the Head of Service for the Security and Car Parking services with line management responsibility of staff and act as the lead subject specialist Trust wide across UH Sussex.
  • Interpret statutory legislation, national guidance and external policy on Security matters and develop policies and processes to ensure compliance by the Trust.
  • Provide specialist advice and guidance on crime reduction measures and security management.
  • Ensure that all NHS security management work is carried out within the professional and ethical framework.
  • Ensure Security operational risks are identified and recorded on the Trust’s corporate risk register and that resources are put in place to pro-actively manage the risks.
  • Develop and report on strategies and frameworks relating to crime and violence reduction measures across the organisation. This will include operational frameworks for the achievement of national and local targets.
  • Produce the Trust’s annual security plan for approval by Executive Directors, Finance and Workforce committee, Security Management Group and the Board of Directors.
  • Ensure Capital Development schemes and refurbishments receive appropriate & timely security advice to maximise the opportunity to “design out crime” from the Trust’s built environment and to achieve ‘Secured by Design’ status for new build & refurbished estate.

FAQs

What is the main role of the Head of Security at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust?

The main role is to act as the Head of Service and subject specialist for all Security services, providing strategic oversight and ensuring the safety of staff, patients, and visitors across all Trust sites.

Who does the Head of Security report to?

The Head of Security supports and reports to the Executive Director for Security and the Assistant Director of Facilities.

What are the responsibilities regarding budget management for this position?

The Head of Security is a budget holder for the Security and Car Parking budgets, responsible for managing those financial resources effectively.

Is the Head of Security involved in investigations related to staff and patient safety?

Yes, the Head of Security participates in investigations and grievances, and may conduct internal investigations and hearings as required.

What is the approach towards violence and abuse within the Trust?

The Head of Security is responsible for protecting staff, patients, and visitors from violence and abuse, ensuring evidence is preserved to secure convictions of offenders.

What type of advice does the Head of Security provide?

The Head of Security provides specialist advice on crime reduction measures and security management, interpreting statutory legislation and national guidance.

How does the Trust ensure risks are managed effectively in relation to security?

Security operational risks are identified and recorded on the Trust’s corporate risk register, with resources allocated to proactively manage those risks.

What is included in the Trust’s annual security plan?

The Trust’s annual security plan includes strategies for crime and violence reduction measures, which are submitted for approval by various committees and the Board of Directors.

Are there opportunities for ongoing development in this role?

Yes, the Trust values learning and offers opportunities for professional growth and development throughout your career.

How does University Hospitals Sussex promote diversity and inclusion within the workforce?

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives such as Staff Networks to support all staff and promote a creative and innovative community.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2021
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest acute trusts in the UK and provides a wide range of clinical services to people in West Sussex, Brighton and Hove, and parts of East Sussex. Our seven hospitals host more than 1.5 million outpatient appointments, A&E visits and surgery cases every year and employ nearly 20,000 staff.