About this role
We're currently recruiting a motivated Security Officer to help us ensure continual safety for Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week.
As a Security Officer, you will use your skills to ensure the safety of our customers, staff and buildings whilst providing excellent customer service. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go above and beyond.
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
- Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
- Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
- Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
- Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
- Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance
Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days
Could you bring your spark to Healthcare? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
- Control the comings and goings of the buildings and surrounding proximity
- Delivering a safe and effective security operation
- Ensuring the safety of the premises
- Helping the public with general queries
- Representing Healthcare and maintaining a positive brand image
Our Ideal Security Officer Will
- Either hold a valid SIA license or be eligible to hold one
- Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
- Have determination and resilience
- Have previous experience in delivering fantastic customer service
- Look smart and professional
- Take individual initiative and be an excellent team player
- Possess the ability to work under pressure
- Have an eye for detail
- Understand relevant health & safety, criminal laws and operations
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
About security roles for ex-police
Security management, operations and consultancy roles. Years of operational policing — command, incident response, public order — translate directly into corporate security, and employers in this sector actively rate police experience.
See all security jobs in London →Why this fits a police background — match score 78/100
- Protection & firearms
What security roles pay ex-police
Advertised UK ranges, editorial estimates reviewed July 2026
| Security officer (SIA) | £24,000–£29,000 |
| Security supervisor / team leader | £28,000–£34,000 |
| Site / security manager | £38,000–£52,000 |
| Regional / operations security manager | £50,000–£65,000 |