Local Security Management Specialist

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership are seeking an experienced health care professional with extensive knowledge and expertise in the role of Local Security Management Specialist. This position is a chance to support patients, staff and visitors across the whole of the trust geographic footprint. You will undertake the duties of the Local Security Management Specialist (LSMS) in accordance with directions, advice and guidance laid down by the Department of Health, NHS England, NHS Fraud and Security Management Service and other NHS regulatory and advisory bodies., To provide advice, guidance and recommendations on the implementation of security policies and procedures across the trust, to maintain and enhance the security and safety of service users, staff and visitors. To oversee and monitor the operational implementation of these policy and procedures including appertaining to CCTV. To report and provide assurance to the Board, Executives and Health and Safety Sub-Committee that security risks are being managed in accordance with statutory requirements and or NHS guidance. If necessary, raise and escalate security risks that require Executive oversight or action. Lead the trust on the delivery and statutory requirements of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025. To plan and develop training and education initiatives to ensure the delivery of appropriate specialised security training to all stakeholders, All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please download a copy of the job description (see 'documents to download' section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role. At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust's Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling . If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the 'essential' criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer 'YES' to the question: 'Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?' Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

• Educated to degree level or possessing equivalent experience and knowledge in security management. Alternatively, post graduate education or qualification in security management.
• Achieved NVQ Certified Security Management Professionals Level 6.
• Project management qualification - Prince2 Foundation, Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) or equivalent specialist qualification or experience.
• Training qualification e.g. post graduate certificate of education.
• Evidence of delivering training aligned to the National Occupational Standards.
• Extensive experience of legislative compliance. The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 Date Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation The Human Rights Act 1998
Desirable criteria
• NHS security management service qualification or clear evidence of working towards this., Minimum five years in a strategic security role within a large, complex, multi-site NHS mental health organisation.
• Expertise in security risk management and strategic oversight of complex security initiatives and programmes with experience in challenging mental health environments.
• Extensive experience of stakeholder management and collaboration with law enforcement and external agencies.
• Experience of policy and report writing for senior management, Committees and Board.
• CCTV management - Advanced understanding of CCTV operations and experience of leading on CCTV policy within a complex, large NHS organisation.
• Demonstrable application of statutory legislation, regulations and guidance in supporting staff, patients and visitors in an NHS organisation, relevant to security and the Criminal Justice System.
• Evidence of effective collaboration with NHS Counter Fraud Authority.
• Proven experience of preparing and delivering security related training to all levels of staff, with outcomes aligned to the National Occupational Standards.
• Experience of investigating and debriefing complex security incidents and identifying implementing and assessing learning.
• Experience of financial management of delegated budgets.
• Ability to exercise independent and professional judgement across a range of security areas.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels and professions across the organisation and externally.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Proficient IT skills. Able to use all Microsoft Office software.
Desirable criteria
• Knowledge of the joint emergency services interoperability programme (JESIP)
• Evidence of commitment to continued professional development.
• Willingness to work to service requirements e.g. occasional unsocial hours
  
  Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall. As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.