Benefits:

Salary:  £24,054 – £27,852 per annum (pay award pending), Grade 3

Hours: Full time – 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 25 days, flexible working hours, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Trainee within the Finance Department with Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS).

The Service has a reputation of excellence, an organisation who invest in their employees, diverse and inclusive environment. This is a great opportunity to work for a Public Service provider who invests in the development and wellbeing of employees’. We offer flexible working arrangements so our teams can achieve a good work life balance’.

About the role:

As Finance trainee the successful candidate will work within different areas of the organisation to be provided with a variety of experiences.

The post holder will be expected to undertake wider reading and attend training/seminars/courses to support their development.

RBFRS will fully fund professional training as follows:

• Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (AAT L4) – 2 years
• A recognised CCAB professional accountancy qualification – 4 years

Please refer to the attached Person Specification/Job Profile for information.

About you:

As part of the Finance team reporting to the Exchequer and Systems Manager, the Finance Trainee is a vital member of the Finance function at RBFRS.

Specifically we are seeking a motivated individual for the position of Finance Trainee, someone who will provide excellent customer satisfaction to all the RBFRS’s customers, resolve enquires quickly, courteously and with good attention to details.

The key focus of this role is:

• To assist in the day-to-day administrative and advisory work of the team. This will involve liaising with members of staff/managers and others across the organisation, and externally as directed.
• To provide efficient and effective Finance administration and services to the organisation and to assist in other Finance tasks and projects as directed.
• To support the Finance Department the post holder will provide effective and efficient monitoring of processes and policies.
• Dealing with basic internal and external customer suppliers queries

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders
• Some knowledge of accounting systems, accounts payable and receivable processes and VAT.
• Practical Experience in working with accounting systems. Not essential as training will be provided.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and Outlook
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload

Application and selection process

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process.

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Please see the link to the Job Profile/Person Specification.

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy.

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Rahela Costea, Accounts Officer at costear@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours Friday 10 November 2023

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will take place on Monday 20 November 2023.

Anticipated start date:  early December

Please note that is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying / accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge.

Please view our privacy notice via this link Applicant Privacy Statement

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity.  All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Leader – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview if you choose to opt into the Disability Confident Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/your-service/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/

Job Summary

Job Role Title:  Health and Safety Advisor

Salary: £26,845 – £30,151 (SCP 17 – 23, Grade E)

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Number of hours per week:

37 hours per week

Job Share: No

Closing date:  15th November

Further Information

Firefighters go towards dangerous situations in order to save lives when others are trying to get away.  Supporting all of our staff in being safe at work and being effective in helping members of our communities is essential to our aim of Safer People, Safer Places.

We are looking to welcome a Health and Safety Advisor into our diverse and high performing Service.

As the Health and Safety Advisor, you will promote the benefits of health and safety, carry out station visits, and accident investigations and will provide advice to stakeholders on a day-to-day basis on a range of health and safety issues. You will also be involved in exciting project work such as ‘The Management of Contaminants: Occupational exposure as a firefighter’ as well as developing and delivering health and safety training, leading on specific areas or subjects and updating policies and documentation.

You will be working in a small Health and Safety team and with partners in other departments to embed a positive Health and Safety culture for the Service.

The right person will offer:  pragmatic advice balancing operational effectiveness and health and safety practice; collaborate on health and safety activity; willingness and desire to continually improve themselves and the service; and help in recognising and reducing the impacts of hazards.

You will hold a formalised health and safety qualification, such as NEBOSH National General Certificate (or equivalent) You must also be committed to your own development and maintaining CPD is essential. We provide excellent opportunities for development and career progression. You will have excellent communication skills with a focus on customer service.

We want you to help make our communities safe; join our family.

Closing date:  15th November

Interview and test date: w/c 27th November

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlement plus public holidays, public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules), on-site gym facilities, free onsite parking, emergency services discount card and use of our occupational health unit. You will also be supported with further training as required.

You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), this 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 (ENEI)
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asians in the Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

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

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

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The Role
Post: Deputy Head of Youth Services
Salary: £43,736.00 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £43,736.00 – £52,242.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 03 November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen to strategically influence and shape the future of London Fire Brigade (LFB) Youth Services that sits within the Prevention and Protection department. We are looking for a forward thinking, innovative and inspiring person who can help to deliver the vision for LFB Youth Services to children and young people across London.

As Deputy Head of Youth Services, you will work directly alongside another colleague with whom you jointly share this role overseeing delivery of all LFBs youth teams and borough-based youth projects. You will be directly responsible for the individual team managers and the performance of each youth team.

Having held previous project management and senior management roles within the youth or education sector, and extensive people management experience, this role is an exciting opportunity for someone who really wants to make a difference, and is passionate about improving the lives of children and young people across London.

The successful candidate will need to be able to work in a fast paced and challenging environment and be able to effectively manage conflicting demands and deadlines. Experience of successfully leading teams through periods of change would also be advantageous.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary: £40,478 per annum rising to £44,539 per annum

Contractual hours: 37

Basis: Full time

Package: 37 Hours Per Week, Flexitime Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, 25 Days Annual Leave Plus Public Holidays

Job category/type: Protection

Date posted: 20/10/2023

Job reference: REQ000247

Job description

BASED AT THE NORTHERN (BEDFORD) OR SOUTHERN (LUTON) AREA OFFICES

We are looking for an experienced Enforcement, investigations, and prosecutions Officer to join our Protection Team.

About the role

In this role, you will be required to plan, lead and manage regulatory investigations in accordance with best practice and regulatory standards in order to prosecute those who have contravened relevant fire safety legislation.

You will also co-ordinate the Service’s legal provision and prosecution of cases relating to fire safety, providing support to the investigation through the preparation of case files, cautioning and interviewing of witnesses. Together with assisting in the collection and collation of evidence through inspections and interviews, to form part of legal case files and be presented in legal proceedings.

About you

You will have in-depth experience of taking part in prosecution cases at magistrates or crown court. You will also have in-depth knowledge of legal proceedings and methods of gathering evidence in preparation for prosecution.

You will hold a Level 7 Advanced Professional Certificate in Legal Skills (APCIL) (or equivalent)

You will have in depth experience in communicating effectively (orally and in writing) and able to demonstrate a high standard of interpersonal skills, taking account of, target audience, the message to be conveyed and the desired outcomes.

Why work with us

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. We offer the following benefits to support your career whilst maintaining a healthy work/ life balance. A few of our benefits include:

– Hybrid working patterns
– 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 rota if part time or irregular working pattern)
– Subsidised catering facilities providing hot and cold meals
– Paid training and development opportunities
– Free access to onsite gym facilities
– Free onsite parking
– Instant access to ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
– Eligible to sign up to ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.

* Employees joining Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service who are moving from another government body, or local authority may be entitled to retain their previous service for the purpose of continuity of some contractual entitlements including holiday allowance. For further information, please contact the recruitment team via email recruitment@bedsfire.gov.uk

Next steps

If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://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.

The selection process will take place on 21st November 2023

For an informal discussion please contact Mark Garrett, Group Commander (Protection) via email to arrange a time mark.garrett@bedsfire.gov.uk

This is a public-facing role, and it is essential to have the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.

We are an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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

Closing date: 5 November 2023 at midnight

Salary: £33,468 up to £39,172, dependent upon experience and qualifications

Are you a self-motivated person able to work as part of a team with the aim of advising on and enforcing business fire safety within Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes.

About us

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

Find out more about us and our values at www.bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This why we support flexible and hybrid working.

About the role

You will undertake activities where the Fire Safety Order applies, carrying out fire safety audits, engaging with businesses and other non-domestic premises.

The role includes

•              Engaging with businesses and members of the public with reference to the Fire Safety Order

•              Providing fire safety support and guidance to businesses and where necessary undertake formal  enforcement and legal action.

•              Responding to complaints and undertaking consultation work under Building Regulations, Licensing, and the Housing Act.

•              Retrieving and updating electronic information from the Premises Risk Management System using a risk-based intervention programme.

•              Producing reports, letters, notices, and plans in accordance with fire safety policies and procedures.

About you

We are looking for someone with good interpersonal skills who is committed to improving business fire safety within Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes.

We are looking for someone who is:

•              Self-motivated, organised and proactive.

•              Able to work on their own and as part of a team.

•              Committed to personal development.

•              Able to meet the high expectations expected of a representative of the fire and rescue service and an enforcing authority.

•              Confident in their approach to talking to the public and writing reports.

•              Flexible and able to prioritise workloads

•              Experience and qualifications required      Qualification and experience required:

•              Competency as a Business Fire Safety Inspector

•              Full UK valid Driving License

•              Experience of undertaking inspections of premises

•              Computer literacy and able to use IT applications.

•              Experience of determining solutions to hazards and risks through inspection

The package

•              Full time

•              Permanent contract

•              37-hour week

•              Local Government Pension Scheme

•              Good annual leave entitlement

•              Employee benefits

•              Employee Assistance Programme

•              Occupational Health

•              Free onsite parking

•              Onsite gym facilities

Anything else you need to know

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome.

Everyone who works us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact HR@bucksfire.gov.uk.

Abatement & Protected Pension

If are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority you are required to notify Human Resources as Abatement Rules may apply.

How to Apply

If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

For further information about the role please review the job description.

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Executive Support Team Supervisor
Grade 7 £28,371 per annum

37 hours per week

Permanent

Are you looking for a new challenge where you can thrive and make a difference to a team? Do you want to feel valued and empowered?

We are looking for an Executive Support Team Supervisor, based at Brigade Headquarters, St Michael’s Street, Shrewsbury, to oversee our executive support function for Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant to immerse themselves in a successful and interesting working environment. The role involves leading and supervising the team, which provides administrative, clerical, and technical support to the Executive Officers, The Head of HR & Admin, The Fire Authority, and its Committees and Members, as required.  This support encompasses functions including information collation and provision, servicing meetings, filing, document management, data input, and acting as an initial contact point with the public, other organisations and internal customers.

We are seeking an experienced Personal Assistant / Executive Assistant with a proven track record of working under pressure and the ability to meet tight deadlines.  You should be an excellent organiser and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude.  You will display a flexible and adaptable approach to work and have the ability to demonstrate tact and discretion for dealing with confidential information.

Applicants must possess good communication skills, have a Word Processing qualification or equivalent, and 4 GCSE passes at A – C level or equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics.  Experience of supervising a small team is essential.

For a full job description and to apply for the above position, please visit our website www.shropshirefire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 10 November 2023.

The role includes the following benefits:

·                     Local Government Pension Scheme

·                     Hybrid working and flexible working hours scheme

·                     Paycare Healthcare Benefits Plan

·                     Occupational Health Services

·                     Blue light and local retailer and gym discounts

·                     Vivup employee benefits platform with additional discounts

Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to equality and diversity at work.  We positively welcome applications from disabled people and minority groups who are under-represented in our Service.

Post: Operations Support Group (OSG ) Technician
Salary: £34,215 per annum
Grade: FRS B/C
Salary range: £34,215.00 – £41,075.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 10th November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

Are you seeking a multiskilled role within a highly trained team of Technician’s, with the opportunity to develop skillsets and strengthen career prospects?

The Operations Support Group within the London Fire Brigade offer a vacancy within the Technical Rescue & Hose Team.

The successful candidate will be working on the inspection and maintenance of personal protective equipment, fire hose repair and the design and manufacture of items using textiles to accompany the equipment used within the London Fire Brigade.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a positive can-do attitude that has workshop based experience to join our friendly team of Technician’s.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.