Security Manager

Compass Group; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Healthcare Security Manager to lead their award-winning team. In this role, you will manage security supervisors and officers, ensuring safety for patients, staff, and visitors in a high-pressure healthcare environment. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including funded SIA license renewal, career development opportunities, and wellness programs. If you are an empathetic leader with the ability to communicate effectively, we want you to apply.

Benefits

Funded SIA licence renewal

Career development programs

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access

Wellness and exercise classes

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Valid frontline SIA License required.
• Experience in healthcare environments preferred.
• Knowledge of NHS security standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Healthcare Security Supervisors and Officers.
• Liaise confidently with clients, police, and multiple stakeholders.
• Support incident response and investigations.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Communication

Leadership

Empathy

Organizational skills

Job description

Healthcare Security Manager

Salary: Up to £50,000 Per Annum

About the Role

Do you hold a valid frontline SIA Licence and want a role beyond traditional security? Are you looking for a rewarding leadership position where you can genuinely make a difference to patient, visitor, and staff safety?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Security Manager to lead our Award Winning Medirest Security Team. You will lead and develop a highly skilled security workforce, ensuring a safe, secure, and supportive hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Healthcare Security Supervisors and Officers
• Liaise confidently with clients, police, and multiple stakeholders
• Support incident response, investigations, and post-incident reviews
• Manage rotas, payroll, appraisals, and compliance
• Ensure adherence to NHS, CQC, SIA, and relevant legislative requirements
• Support clinical teams with de-escalation and, where necessary, patient restraint
• Oversee CCTV operations (funded licence available if required)
• Maintain a safe and welcoming environment across hospital grounds

About You

You will be:

• Passionate about patient, staff, and visitor safety
• A confident leader in high-pressure healthcare environments
• Skilled in communication, empathy, and verbal de-escalation
• Comfortable working with vulnerable individuals and those in distress
• Knowledgeable (or willing to learn) NHS security standards, Mental Health Act, and counter-terrorism requirements
• Computer literate and highly organised
• Flexible to meet business needs

What We Offer

We recognise your hard work and commitment with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Funded SIA licence renewal and role-specific training
• Career development through Career Pathways and MyLearning
• Contributory pension scheme
• Digital GP access and wider healthcare benefits (for you and your family)
• Wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Discounts on travel, supermarkets, cinema tickets, and major brands
• Cashback rewards and shareable discounts for friends and family