Job summary
- Main area
- Security
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full Time)
- Job ref
- 001-EA009-0625
- Employer
- Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Cardiff & Vale University Health Board wide
- Town
- Cardiff
- Salary
- £23,970 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Security Officer
Band 2
WHO WE ARE:
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Board in the UK, employing over 16,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services. Serving a population of around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst also working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone and to delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”. We have recently refreshed our strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, which sets out the Health Board’s Vision for improving the health and wellbeing of the populations we serve by 2035 through the delivery of our strategic objectives; Putting People First, Providing Outstanding Quality, Delivering in the Right Places, and Acting for the Future. We have challenging times ahead, but we are confident that by tackling these challenges together, we can support people to live healthier lives and reduce the unfair differences in the prevalence of illness and health outcomes we see in our communities today. We aspire to deliver outstanding care and treatment for people when they need it, where they need it; care that compares well with the best in the world, but to do so, we need to transform how we deliver services over the next decade and beyond.
We are a values-driven organisation and out goals will only be realised if our values are at the heart of everything we do. Created by colleagues, patients and their families and carers, our values are:
· We are kind and caring
· We are respectful
· We have trust and integrity
· We take personal responsibility
OUR REGION:
Wales has much to offer with miles of stunning coastline, UNESCO world heritage sites and beautiful countryside. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, has something for everyone. It is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline, as well as charming towns including Penarth and Cowbridge. Those seeking more culture may find themselves drawn to the National Museum, St Fagan’s Museum of Welsh Life or the Millennium Centre, home of the Welsh National Opera. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum.
This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed
Job overview
Security Officer
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board has an exciting opportunity within their Security Department. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our Operational Security team. The successful candidates will be looking to develop their existing skills and will be expected to proactively contribute to the ongoing success of the team, sometimes in a very demanding environment. The Security Officer posts will work a 12 hour shift pattern of four days on followed by four rest days.
Main duties of the job
You should ideally have experience of working in a security role, with an understanding of CCTV, access control and various alarm systems, etc. You must be physically able with good communication skills, along with the personality and experience to relate to people in all situations. You will be expected to exercise control and restraint techniques, for which full training will be provided.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is “Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together”, and our vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
If you feel you can meet the challenges of working at the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, and can live up to the very highest standards of service, we’d like to hear from you.
Successful applicants will be contacted and notified of interview dates & times.
IMPORTANT
- Please apply on line - only on-line applications will be accepted.
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- Only those candidates invited for interview will receive further communication. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
- This position may be closed early if adequate applications are received.
- Please provide email addresses for referees where possible.
At the Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, we fully support the right of all staff to equal opportunities and are committed to the development of a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, gender, disability, religion/ belief or sexual orientation. Benefits available to all employees include: Workplace Nurseries and a Pension Scheme. All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Other
Essential criteria
- Knowledge and understanding of the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board's "Values & Behaviors"
Desirable criteria
- Ability to travel between hospital sites in a timely manner.
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Must be able to work individually or as part of a team.
- Must be polite, friendly and courteous.
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and confidentiality
Special Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge or experience in using force under common law and its principles
Desirable criteria
- Familiar with security systems such as CCTV, access control and radio procedures
Skills
Essential criteria
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff, patients and visitors.
Desirable criteria
- Ability to deal with conflict calmly and effectively to enable a positive resolution.
Experience
Desirable criteria
- Previous NHS Experience
- Previous Security Experience
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Good basic education
Desirable criteria
- Security Training
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Damian Winstone
- Job title
- Head of Security Services
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 02920 744080
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