Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

About the Company

The Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust provides acute treatment and care for a catchment population of around 500,000 people in Bath, and the surrounding towns and villages in North East Somerset and Western Wiltshire.

The Trust occupies a 52-acre site about 1½ miles from Bath city centre and became a National Health Service Trust in 1992.

The Trust provides 732 beds and a comprehensive range of acute services including medicine and surgery, services for women and children, accident and emergency services, and diagnostic and clinical support services.

The Trust employs around 4,800 staff, some of who also provide outpatient, diagnostic and some day case surgery services at local community hospitals in Bath & North East Somerset, Somerset and Wiltshire. This fulfils part of the Trust's aim to provide high quality care to people in their local communities.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Job Title

Security Officer

Job Description

**Job Title** Security Officer **Role Summary** Provide round‑the‑clock security for a healthcare setting, safeguarding patients, staff, visitors and property. Act as the first responder to emergencies, maintain order, support investigations and protect confidential information. **Expectations** - Uphold highest standards of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality. - Serve as an ambassador for the Trust, displaying professionalism and impartiality. - Adhere strictly to NHS, DPA 2018, Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, CCTV/BWVC Code of Practice and Trust procedures. - Demonstrate full compliance with right‑to‑work requirements. **Key Responsibilities** - Patrol premises to deter and detect incidents. - Respond promptly to alarms, medical emergencies, fires, violence or aggressive behaviour. - Conduct physical interventions, restraint, and control of violent persons in accordance with legal and Trust policy. - Operate and monitor CCTV systems, reviewing footage and maintaining logs. - Compile accurate incident reports, witness statements and logbooks. - Provide testimony during investigations and audits. - Maintain patient confidentiality, following NHS Data Protection and Information Sharing protocols. - Assist in crowd control and visitor screening. - Participate in regular training, drills and briefings. **Required Skills** - Conflict resolution and de‑escalation techniques. - Ability to interact calmly with a diverse public and staff. - Proficiency in emergency response and first aid. - Strong observational and reporting abilities. - Basic knowledge or experience with CCTV operation. - Excellent communication, both verbal and written. - Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. **Required Education & Certifications** - UK right‑to‑work (citizenship, permanent residence, or valid visa). - Completed Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. - Security Officer licence or equivalent certification. - Basic first‑aid qualification. - Optional: Advanced restraint training, CCTV operator qualification, or NHS‑specific security training. ---

Bath, United kingdom

On site

16-01-2026