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Play a vital role in protecting vulnerable individuals and maintaining a secure, caring environment. Security Officer Location: Basildon, Essex Salary: 26,103 per annum (Including 1250 Essex Fringe Allowance) Hours: Full time - (12-hour shifts covering days & nights) Our Charity We are St Andrew''s. We are a mental health Charity and our purpose is to inspire hope for those living with complex mental health needs. We are looking to a future with less stigma, more community support, more research and education, and we aim to be at the forefront of inspiring real change. We want to ensure we can all live in a society where everyone with complex mental health needs is heard, valued and has hope for their future. Come and join us and support us to help people transform their lives. The role As a Security Officer, you will be critical in maintaining site security, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and responding to emergencies. You will monitor security systems, control site access, and support a safe environment within a secure mental health setting. About You We are looking for a dedicated and vigilant security professional who is committed to safety and has a calm, customer-focused approach. Essential Criteria Minimum 1 year of security experience, preferably within a hospital, healthcare, or secure environment. Strong working knowledge of security systems (CCTV, access control, alarm monitoring). Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to stay calm and professional in high-pressure situations. Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays. Computer literacy, with the ability to maintain records and security reports. Desirable Criteria Experience in a mental health or forensic healthcare setting. SIA (Security Industry Authority) license Door Supervisor or Security Guarding. Training in Conflict Resolution, De-escalation Techniques, or PMVA (Prevention & Management of Violence & Aggression). First Aid or Fire Safety certification. Our patients, their carers and your colleagues will expect you to live the St Andrew''s CARE values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence every single day. Reward We offer an excellent benefits package including: Pension; Sickness policy on par with the NHS; Access to the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts schemes; 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing after 10 years'' service; Life cover; Electric Car lease scheme; Cycle to work scheme; Healthcare cash plan; Free parking; Paid DBS application; Access to free vocational qualifications. On-site facilities such as cafes (all set within beautiful grounds for Northampton). Interested If this sounds like you then we''d love you to apply here. Closing date: Sunday 17th May 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr