Job reference: REQ000374

Closing Date: 08/09/2025

Location: Kempston

Hours: 37

Salary: £27,694 per annum rising to £29,540 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced administrator, who is detail-oriented, to provide financial and administrative support to the Finance Team.

About the role

You will be responsible for processing all income and expenditure, entering transactions into the financial system (Great Plains), maintaining accurate financial records, and managing office supplies.

Key responsibilities include:

– Accounts payable: processing invoices and reconciling the purchase ledger, reimbursement claims and petty cash.

– Processing income, sales invoices, and banking in line with our financial procedures.

– Maintaining supplier and customer records, responding to queries, and recommending process improvements.

– Collating data for financial performance statistics.

– Assisting with statutory returns and year-end account closures.

– Conducting monthly ledger reconciliations and maintaining Excel spreadsheets.

– Responding to stakeholder queries and managing authorised signatories/forms to ensure correct authorisation of invoices and expenses.

– Assisting in providing training on financial policies and procedures.

About you

You will have in-depth knowledge and experience of accounts payable and receivable, gained through hands-on experience. You will also have:

– Experience of using finance systems and computer/office automation systems, including Microsoft software packages such as Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

– A high level of attention to detail and the ability to accurately process invoices/data.

– In-depth experience of processing petty cash claims.

– The ability to work effectively to deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

– The ability to work collaboratively with peers, senior staff, and as part of a team.

– Good communication and diplomacy skills, both orally and in writing, with the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.

– Maths and English (GCSE Level 4 or above – or equivalent).

Why work with us

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. To promote a positive work/life balance, we provide the following benefits:

– Flexi-time scheme including flexible start and finish times, variable lunch breaks, and flexi-leave days
– Local Government Pension Scheme
– Holiday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years’ service and 32 days after 10 years’ service (*pro rata if part-time or irregular working pattern)
– Paid training and development opportunities
– Free access to onsite gym facilities
– Free onsite parking
– Instant access to the ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform, which includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
– Eligible to sign up for the ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.

How to apply

If this role is of interest, please visit our website www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

For more details on the essential criteria required for the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

The selection process will take place on Wednesday 17 September 2025

This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act.

The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safer recruitment, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Job Summary

Job Role Title: Finance Manager

Salary: Grade I – £50,269 – £54,495 plus 10% Market rate supplement

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week: 37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Opening date: Wednesday 20th August 2025

Closing date: 10th September at 23:59

Job Advert 

Join our team at Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service!

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue (LFRS) provides a wide range of services in the Leicestershire and Rutland area. With 20 fire stations and over 600 members of staff all supporting the purpose of Safer People, Safer Places for both communities and workplaces.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Finance Manager to lead the Finance team!

Benefits you will receive:

•    Competitive salary

•    Flexible working

•    Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays

•    Full support for ongoing professional development

•    On-site gym facilities

•    Free onsite parking

•    Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card

•    Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support

•    Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

•    Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion

• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme

• British Sign Language Charter

• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge.  Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Hybrid working may be available with up to 2 days homeworking per week.

Opening date: Wednesday 20th August 2025

Closing date: Wednesday 10th September 2025 at 23:59

Interview date: Week commencing 15th September 2025

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is detailed in the person specification, and you may be required to demonstrate competence at any level up to and including that. The interview will include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability for the position. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Job Objectives

Reporting to the S112 Officer/Treasurer, your role will be to provide technical leadership and expertise in local government finance for your three teams, Corporate Finance, Strategic Finance and Exchequer Services.

Your key responsibilities will include providing high quality financial services and advice to senior stakeholders and leading the financial operations of the Service, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

You will lead key activity in the service including final accounts, budget setting, budget monitoring, capital accounting, financial systems, treasury management, pensions and exchequer services.

Skills Required

You will be CCAB qualified and a confident communicator who is able to foster great working relationships with a flexible approach and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Competent Watch Manager

42 Hour per week

£48,202 (+flexibility allowance for weekend working)

Permanent

Training and Development Centre, Telford

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting for a Watch Manager Training Instructor to join the Training and Development Department located in Telford.

Training Instructors are responsible for influencing the safety, competence and effectiveness of personnel on the front line of the Service. Their overall responsibility is for the effective delivery of training, development and assessment of personnel competence, ensuring that an effective operational service is provided in the community.

With the support of other managers across the Service, and within Service policies and procedures, Training Instructors are given the appropriate level of autonomy and decision-making authority and are expected to exercise good judgment int eh performance of their duties.

To be eligible to apply, candidates must:

Be a current Competent Watch Manager
Have completed a Wholetime Recruits Course
Have a NVQ Level 3 in Operations in the Community/National Firefighter Apprenticeship (or equivalent)
Have a Level 3 Award in Initial Incident Command or equivalent
Have, or be working towards, ILM Level 3 Leadership and Management (or equivalent)

The post is located at our Training and Development Centre, Telford providing free on-site parking.

📌 Please note: Applications will be shortlisted based on how well they meet the criteria in the person specification, so please ensure your application clearly reflects this.

Interviews are scheduled to take place from 26 September with a start date of 1 November.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact the Station Manager James Bainbridge on 01952 234079.

For the full job description and to apply, visit: WMJobs | SFRS

Closing date for applications: 2 September 2025

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service have a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, aiming to recruit a workforce that reflects our diverse communities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We ensure fair and consistent treatment for all applicants, including reasonable adjustments for disabilities.

Events and Engagement Officer

Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service Communications and Engagement Department

Starting Salary of £31,537 within the Salary Scale 6 range £31,537 – £33,699 per annum based on experience

37 hours per week

Permanent

Based at CFRS Headquarters, Winsford.

Are you wanting to pursue a highly rewarding career with one of the country’s leading emergency services? If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Communications and Engagement Department as our Events and Engagement Officer

You will be a key member of a friendly, creative and forward-thinking team that works hard to keep the public, our colleagues and our partners engaged in the Service’s life-saving work.

With experience of events management or related industries such as public relations or engagement, your responsibilities will include implementing a busy and varied programme of events to showcase the fantastic work of the Service in the community and recognise our staff, volunteers and people we work with.

You will also support our internal staff engagement activities to contribute towards a positive workplace culture where our staff, volunteers and cadets feel recognised, valued and able to make a difference to our Service.

You will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities with great attention to detail and creative flair. You will also be a problem solver and be able to build excellent relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.

In return, you’ll have access to ongoing professional development, the opportunity to get involved in the life of our Service through our vibrant staff inclusion networks and social sections and the chance to make a real difference to our Service and the communities we serve.

To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.

CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on-site gym.

Further information, a full job description and application form can be found using the links to the right, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please ensure you read the Application guidance notes before completing your application.

Please return completed application forms via email to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please quote job reference 27/25/EEO on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 5 September 2025 at 9am.

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.

Fleet Department, Llandudno Junction
Permanent, 37 hours per week
(Fixed hours Mon-Thurs 8am-4pm Fri 8am-3.30pm)

NWFRS Grade 07 £35,412 to £38,220 per annum

We are looking to appoint a HGV Vehicle Technician to join our Fleet Department. The role is responsible for undertaking day to day servicing, predictive and preventative maintenance and repairs to our fire service vehicles, plant and equipment to ensure these remain safe and operational.

Maintaining a safe and clean work station, the successful candidate will possess the competence to diagnose faults in mechanical and electrical systems to determine effective repair methods required.

The successful candidate will be a good communicator, with methodical organisational skills for planning workloads in order to meet deadlines and time management requirements. Working as part of a team of multi-skilled technicians, the successful candidate will also provide out of hours standby emergency maintenance support as part of a rota system (subject to standby allowance).

Applicants will need to demonstrate (with evidence) the skills, as outlined in the job description and person specification including the following essential requirements:

• City and Guilds Level 3 Craft Certificate in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience of working in a commercial vehicle maintenance and repair environment.
• Hold a full UK Driving licence.
• Hold an LGV Category C driving licence, or currently working towards with the ability to complete within the probation period.
• Hold or working towards the IRTEC Certificate of Competence to Master Technician status, with the ability to maintain once achieved.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently, using own initiative.
• Ability to manage own time and prioritising of workload to meet deadlines.
• Be able to hold a simple conversation at Welsh Level 2 – if not already demonstrated on application, this is to be achieved within a 12-month probation period, with support provided as appropriate.
• Appointment subject to a Standard DBS Check and satisfactory references.

The Fleet department’s workshop is based in Llandudno Junction. The vehicle technician role also requires flexibility to travel to various locations across North Wales and includes work being undertaken in inclement conditions.

Further information about the role, including job description and application pack, is available on the North Wales Fire & Rescue website or by emailing: recruitment@northwalesfire.gov.wales

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 12.00 noon, Monday 1st September 2025.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We welcome correspondence and calls in Welsh and English and we will respond equally to both and will reply in your language of choice without delay. Applications submitted in Welsh will be treated no less favourably than an application submitted in English.

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we are driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as an Administrator (Business Support Coordinator) you will be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• Each day you will provide high level and meticulous customer service, acting as the first point of call for members of the public, stakeholders and internal colleagues on the telephone, email and other systems.
• By utilising excellent IT skills, you will support Service specific processes using a range of software and in-house IT programmes.
• You will offer direct administrative support to other departments within our Fire and Rescue Service, helping to support the overall organisational visions and goals.
• Exceptional administrative knowledge and experience when processing written and electronic documents within legislative timescales.

You will need

• Qualification to at least a Level 3 in relevant area (or equivalent knowledge and experience)
• Experience of working within a team to provide administrative support
• Excellent communication skills, specifically on the telephone, and relationship-building skills
• Self-awareness and continuously seeking to improve
• Strong IT skills with the ability to accurately process and format documents within timescales
• Team-oriented with collaborative approach
• Personal values aligned with our corporate WE ASPIRE values.

Job Title:                    Finance Manager – Reporting

Contract:                    Permanent

Working Hours:         37 hours*

Salary:                          £56,968 – £64,281

Location:                    Kelvedon Park

Closing Date:             5pm, 1 September 2025

*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location, however the expectation is that, as a hybrid role your work will be balanced between home and Services facilities, and you will be expected to attend the Service premises for at least 3 days of a 5-day working week.    

The Role

Are you an experienced technical accountant who would like to work for one of the largest fire and rescue services in the country?

If so, we are seeking to employ a friendly, reliable, and highly organised individual with attention to detail to join our Finance & Pay team as a Finance Manager- Reporting.

What You Will Be Working On

·        Production of the Statement of accounts

·        Completion of the Statutory returns

·        Preparation of annual precepts

·        NFI submissions and PCI DSS audit

·        Preparation of annual capital budgets and forecasts

What Are We Looking For?

You will ideally have experience of working in a public sector organisation, understand the Service Reporting Code of Practice and have produced statutory accounts and supporting working papers that are subject to audit. Experience with Unit 4 ERP financial system would be beneficial

Eligibility

·        Professional qualification CIPFA, ACA, ACCA (qualified by experience may be considered)

·        Experience in the preparation of Year End Statement of Accounts including preparation of working papers subject to audit.

·        Experience in preparation and submission of statutory returns for government departments, agencies and associated bodies

How to apply 

You will be required to submit a CV detailing a minimum of five years employment and / or education history, along with a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria detailed in the Person Specification.

You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count of your supporting statement should not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.   

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications) should you wish. Your CV and additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).

Assessment and selection:

The assessment and selection approach will be:

Stage 1  

2 September

Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria) 

Stage 2  

 12 September

Role specific panel interview and presentation – details on this will be supplied after shortlisting

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact recruitment at recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

Our Culture and Benefits

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees.

You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits

Important Information for Firefighter Pension Scheme Pensioners

If you are currently in receipt of a pension from the Firefighter Pension Scheme, please note that taking up this role may affect your pension. Under pension abatement rules, if your earnings in this role, when combined with your pension, exceed your pre-retirement salary (adjusted for inflation), your pension may be reduced.

For further guidance, please contact our Pensions team on 01376 576799 or email mailbox.pensions@essex-fire.gov.uk.

Safeguarding

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service.

You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults.

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.

This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Disability Confident

We are an equal opportunities, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.

Our employee forums and partners include:

Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a female firefighters operational group.

Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via www.essex-fire.gov.uk/join-essex-fire