Therapeutic Senior Security Customer Support

We are looking for 2 enthusiastic Receptionist staff to undertake responsibility for maintaining the security of the reception area. You will act as the first point of contact for visitors and liaison with the unit teams. The shift patterns include weekend work. About the team: The reception team consists the Therapeutic Security Team, including the Head of Reception and a number of receptionists on the rota.Main duties of the job The post holder is required to ensure that the maintenance and monitoring procedures are implemented for the physical security components of the service. The post holder will contribute to the dissemination and review of security procedures. Electronically carry out regular checks of security keys ensuring that all checks are recorded and discrepancies are reported Provide information and advice to a range of professionals with different needs - ward staff, patients, professional visitors, carers and contractors. Conduct physical searches of personnel and belongings prior to entering the ward - visitors, carers, patients and contractors. The post holder will assist with the co-ordination of actions in the event of a fire or similar emergency situation. The post holder will ensure the perimeter of the unit is safe and secure by performing frequent perimeter checks on a daily basis. Escorting patients returning from section 17 leave back to the ward when required To support staff in their use of the key management system. Assist staff in theevent of problems by making use of the Traka technical support line. Ensure that the key management system is operated in accordance with the River House Key Management Protocol including producing regular key checks and Ascom handset audits. Post Holders may be asked to provide driving services for the Forensic Service, if needed.

We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you are valued and appreciated and that is why we have a comprehensive benefits package on offer Some of our benefits are highlighted here:

• Generous pay, pensions and leave, we offer a comprehensive pay, pensions and leave package which is dependent on the role and length of service.
• Work life balance, flexible working and support a range of flexible options, such as: part-time working and job sharing.
• Career development, There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes
• Car lease, our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars
• NHS discounts, with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website.