Security Officer (Sponsorship Available) at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Job Overview

King’s College Hospital has an exciting opportunity to join its in-house Security Department. The Trust is looking to recruit a highly motivated person who is looking to develop their skills and can proactively contribute in a sometimes very demanding environment.

The Security Officer posts will work a 24/7 shift pattern which attracts a salary of £34,186 – £37,389 inclusive of HCA’s. An additional 25% shift allowance to be paid, dependent on experience and abilities.

Applicants should ideally have experience of working in a security role, with an understanding of CCTV, alarm systems etc. Applicants must be physically fit with good communication skills, along with the personality and experience to relate to people in all situations.

Applicants will be expected to exercise control and restraint techniques, for which full training will be provided.

Job Details

• Employer: King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

• Job Title: Security Officer

• Location: London, United Kingdom

• Salary: £34,186 to £37,389 a year

• Job Type: Full-time

• Closing Date: 19 November 2026

Main Duties of the Job

To work as a member of the King’s College Hospital security team, providing a visible and reassuring presence to the public, patients, and staff.

The role involves fulfilling all duties and performing to agreed standards in accordance with the Trust’s policies. The position is primarily based on the Denmark Hill campus and requires working a twenty-four hour shift pattern.

About King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites.

In June 2026, King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust launched its new strategy for 2026-31. The vision is to transform healthcare, and six strategic ambitions have been agreed to help improve care for patients, and the working lives of staff.

The six strategic ambitions are:

• Delivering high-quality patient care.

• Creating a great place to work.

• Leading pioneering research, innovation and education.

• Building strong and successful partnerships.

• Providing timely and efficient care.

• Ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has also agreed four new organisational values – Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative – and these underpin everything the Trust does, and how its teams interact with the patients under its care.

King’s is at a pivotal point in its history and requires individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to its patients and people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via its Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, the Trust has set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for its NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for its NHS Carbon Footprint Plus.

Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in the Green Plan, and all staff are encouraged to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety, security and welfare of staff, patients, visitors and Trust property through a visible security presence.

• Conduct patrols, escorts and respond promptly to incidents, emergencies and requests for assistance.

• Support clinical staff during medical emergencies, including the lawful application of physical intervention where necessary.

• Liaise with emergency services, contractors and Trust departments to support operational activities.

• Participate in the Trust’s Fire Response Team and assist during fire incidents and evacuations.

• Operate the Security Control Room, monitoring CCTV, alarms and other security systems, ensuring faults are promptly reported.

• Prevent, deter and respond to crime, anti-social behaviour and security breaches in accordance with Trust policies and legislation.

• Investigate, record and report incidents professionally, supporting appropriate sanctions and preventative measures.

• Promote a positive security culture and encourage timely reporting of security concerns.

• Enforce the Trust’s parking policies and support the operation of car parking systems.

• Attend court or other legal proceedings when required to provide evidence.

• Comply with all Health and Safety, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Security policies and procedures.

• Contribute to risk management by identifying, implementing and maintaining effective controls, contingencies and actions to mitigate risk.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Be willing to undertake appropriate training courses to obtain relevant qualifications as directed by the security management team. This includes training in de-escalation communication skills, restraint techniques and the use of physical restraint equipment.

• Be familiar with, or willing to undertake training in, CCTV operation, intruder alarm systems, radio communication skills, basic PC skills and other skills deemed necessary to be effective in the role of Security Officer.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Have the ability and confidence to make effective decisions in pressured, stressful and challenging situations.

• The ability to write and maintain clear and accurate records.

• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a large organisation.

• Experience of a security environment.

• Knowledge of Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984 and common law relating to the use of force.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Ability to adapt and take a flexible approach to problem solving.

• Effective team worker.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

How to Apply

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