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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.

Post: Senior Health and Safety Adviser
Salary: £52,242.00 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £52,242.00 – £67,836.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 17th November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

The organisation
London Fire Brigade is London’s fire and rescue service. Staff are driven by a strong sense of purpose: to be trusted to serve and protect London. It is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world, founded in 1833. Employing almost 6000 staff who work across sites in one of the most diverse cities in the world. Health and Safety is an integral part of the Brigade’s operations and management, which is pursued in the same way and with the same vigour as other management objectives.

The team
The Health and Safety is responsible for ensuring that the Brigade complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act and other associated legislation and that staff are given the best chance of returning home after work every day without suffering an injury or illness that could have been prevented. This is achieved by working closely with internal and external partners, providing strategic direction on health and safety policies and procedures, management responsibilities, and in the active monitoring and review of health and safety arrangements for the Brigade.

The role
The senior health and safety adviser provides managers and staff at all levels and in all roles with professional competent advice to help them meet their responsibilities. This is achieved by:

• Contributing to the improvement of health and safety through the preparation and implementation of written policies and procedures.
• Conducting periodic inspections of workplaces, plant and equipment to monitor compliance with the health and safety policy
• Identifying unsafe plant and working practices, systems and procedures and make recommendations for remedying any defects found.
• Investigating the circumstances of safety events, making recommendations to prevent further accidents and improve health and safety standards

• Advising management on the health and safety aspects of any new plant, equipment or substance in conjunction with the Brigade’s Procurement department.
• Promoting the active monitoring of health and safety performance and reporting on its effectiveness.
• Assisting in the identification of health and safety training needs and making recommendations to improve health and safety through training.

The applicant
With excellent interpersonal skills, you’ll be a first rate communicator who has proven experience of working in a similar role. You will preferably be a Chartered Member of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) holding a degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety. You will demonstrate an excellent knowledge of health, safety and overlapping environment legislation and practice. Ideally experienced in delivering health and safety training, the perfect candidate would also have an expert knowledge of the management of occupational road risks and possess good data analysis and trend identification skills.

Are you a motivated, organized individual seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Would you enjoy being part of a dedicated team that works together to create a relevant, memorable difference in the lives of our employees? If you’re looking for change, and you’re ready to make changes … we’re looking for you. This is a chance to stretch and shape your skills. But for you, the real reward will be in knowing you’ve helped to keep London safe and maintained the high standards that we pride ourselves on.

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.

Post: Fire Safety Team Leaders
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 3rd November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

Prevention and Protection is seeking Area Fire Safety Team Leaders to work in Fire Safety Delivery. This will be an exciting and challenging role. As a Team Leader you will be responsible for providing effective day-to-day management and co-ordination of human and physical resources in Fire Safety Teams and you will support Fire Safety personnel to provide effective service delivery. As part of a multi-disciplined team, the post holder will assist the Brigade in the discharge of its statutory fire safety functions. The purpose of this legislation is to make London a safer city.

The post holder will plan and organise the workload of their team to ensure that both routine and unexpected tasks are completed promptly. Keep up to date with information that is necessary for work activities – including policies and relevant legislation. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with agreed procedures, disclosing information to authorised persons only.

Carry out all activities in accordance with these policies and procedures, asking for training and guidance if necessary. Identify and agree personal development needs in accordance with current policies, seeking opportunities and discussing them with the line manager. Monitor own performance against agreed indicators and objectives and provide and prepare and deliver training to team members relating to new or revised standards, policies and procedures.

The post holder will be expected to deal with contacts from external organisations and members of the public helpfully, politely and in a timely fashion, according to the principles of customer care and the Brigade’s Equalities Policy.

Provide advice and support on Fire Safety regulations and guidance documents to Senior Officers, Borough Teams, Inspecting Officers and Fire Safety Advisors, external organisations and members of the public. Undertake research into policy matters and provide technical input for reports, briefing documents for Senior Officers and replies to correspondence which will be primarily of a technical or legal nature.

In addition to the duties set out above, the post holder may from time to time be required to undertake additional duties necessary to meet the needs of the Directorate and the Brigade; such duties to be commensurate with the responsibilities and grading of the post.

London Fire Brigade Area Fire Safety Team Leaders will be expected to work in teams that cover Enforcement, Residential High Rise inspections and general inspection and auditing.

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.

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Post: Area Fire Safety Manager
Salary: £52,242.00 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £52,242.00 – £67,836.00 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 3rd November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

Prevention and Protection is seeking Area Fire Safety Managers to work in Fire Safety Delivery. This will be an exciting and challenging role. As an Area Fire Safety Manager, you will be responsible for teams of Inspecting Officers, Fire safety Advisors, Team Leaders and Deputy Team Leaders that will be working with a range of people across different businesses to ensure that buildings across London are safe for residents, workers and visitors.

You will be responsible for the management and co-ordination of Fire Safety Delivery Teams and their work. They will oversee the coordination of audit and inspection processes and ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and provide guidance and recommendations to improve safety measures in buildings. You will develop and lead teams to ensure targets are met and enforcement is delivered across your area of responsibility. You will need to be:

• An experienced manager that will report to Deputy Assistant Commissioner and other senior officers on all policy related issues concerning the Brigade’s duties and statutory obligations under FSR legislation. You will assist in the interpretation of FSR legislation and the preparation of legal cases taken under such legislation and be able to provide technical and policy support to Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Safety Inspectors and Enforcement Station Managers in respect of any complex or special cases.
• A good communicator, including drafting complex reports, preparing and delivering briefings and presentations to groups of all sizes, on various FSR related topics and to varied audiences. You will also represent the Brigade at meetings with external stakeholders and government organisations and as required, participate on working groups, project teams and committees.
• Performance manage your teams including but limited to ensuring the development of staff within their line management chain with the aim of providing a flexible and efficient team that delivers on time and against the agreed objectives. Ensure that you prioritise your own professional development, identifying areas where new skills and/or knowledge would be beneficial in relation to the duties of the post and undertaking appropriate developmental activities in consultation with line manager, subject to budgetary constraints.
• Represent the Brigade at meetings, as determined by the line manager and take a proactive approach to representing the Brigade in a positive light, in due accordance with Brigade procedures, protocols, values and aims.
• Able to perform administrative duties to support the work of your teams including, but not limited to managing budgets, providing statistical information on a range of work streams to inform decision making and ensure the security of confidential and sensitive information/data, in accordance with the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts.

In addition to the duties set out above, the post holder may from time to time be required to undertake additional duties necessary to meet the needs of the Directorate and the Brigade; such duties to be commensurate with the responsibilities and grading of the post and may include working outside normal hours to deal with emergencies or critical events.

London Fire Brigade Area Fire Safety Managers will be expected to work in teams that cover Enforcement, Residential High Rise inspections and general inspection and auditing.

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.

Post: Apprenticeships Manager
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: Thursday 2nd November 2023 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade is London’s fire and rescue service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We are looking for an apprenticeships professional to join our Talent Management team. You will report to the Talent Manager and work with them and the wider team and Learning & Professional Development department.

This is a new role and an exciting time to join. You will be responsible for establishing best practice management of the Brigade’s existing apprenticeship programme/s with continuous improvement; and seeking opportunities to increase Brigade wide apprenticeships in line with approaches and strategy/ies to be developed. This role will relates to all apprenticeships that the Brigade offers currently and / or will offer in future, and will work closely with teams who manage the day-to-day delivery of specific apprenticeships.

You will have:

· Experience of apprenticeship programmes from an employer perspective; including management and funding, and working with third party providers, for example training providers.
· In-depth understanding of apprenticeship legislation and government strategy and best practice, how apprenticeship standards are developed, and apprenticeship funding rules.
· Excellent planning, project management and organisational skills to coordinate the programme activities and numerous work streams, ensuring workloads are managed effectively and deadlines are met.
· High level interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships, with credibility at senior levels internally and externally, and a high level of spoken and written communication skills to communicate complex information clearly.
· Ability to gather data from a variety of sources and provide effective insight and analysis to inform credible conclusions and influence thinking and department and organisation decision making, including verifying information from different sources and where the information is ambiguous.

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.