Deputy Security Operations Manager

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a motivated and dedicated individual to join the security management team at Broadmoor Hospital as the Deputy Security Operations Manager. This role is designed to work closely with the Security Operations Manager to streamline operations within this highly specialized area and enhance the overall leadership quality across security services.

We are looking for a candidate with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to take on this critical role. The ideal applicant will possess a keen attention to detail and a creative approach to problem-solving, with the ability to work effectively within a management team.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring that services comply with the High-Security Psychiatric Services (Arrangements for Safety and Security Directions 2019), the National Clinical Security Framework, Trust policies and procedures, and performance targets. Key responsibilities include providing outstanding leadership in the following areas:

• Control Room operations
• Reception management
• Staff and visitor search areas
• Patients' social visits
• Contractor management
• Annual security audits
• Research and development of security products
• Procurement of security technologies and systems

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Security Operations Manager provides leadership and oversight of security operations, ensuring compliance with DHSC Safety and Security Directions, the National Clinical Security Framework, and Trust policies. Key duties include managing control room operations, reception, staff searches, patient social visits, and contractor supervision. The role is responsible for conducting security audits, researching and procuring security technologies, and managing budgets and shift scheduling. Additionally, the post holder leads recruitment drives and training programs to ensure a highly skilled security team. By optimising resources and implementing best practices, the role enhances security services, ensuring a safe and secure environment.

About us

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.

The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.