Benefits:

Salary: With effect from 1 July 2023, £36,521 (Development) – £39,974 (Competent WMB) plus training allowance

Training allowance – 338 hours per annum, evenings and weekends, £7599.15 (Development) – £8317.74 (Competent) per annum.

Hours – 42 hours per week / 9 day fortnight

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading and other work locations as required

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

About the role

We are seeking a motivated individual for the position of Watch Manager, Training and Development who is passionate about learning, development and the positive impact this can have on confidence and performance.

About you

We are seeking an individual who enjoys working with others, has a can-do solutions focussed approach to work and are able to build and maintain positive and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You’ll have experience of supporting learning and development activity and be able to influence change and improvement in this field.

Working within the Training and Development team, to research, design, deliver and implement training, development and learning products. You will also be involved in the development of courses, resources and processes to ensure the Service has suitable provisions available to ensure effective delivery of the annual Training and Development Plan. You will support the management and development of HR and Learning Management Systems and technology and ways of working as appropriate.

The key focus of this role is:

• Design new and refresh current training and development courses for in person and virtual delivery
• Working with subject matter experts to design and create digital content / e-learning
• Participate in the delivery of training courses, qualifications, development products, and associated assessment and assurance methods
• Utilise knowledge of operational and specialist training requirements to support effective design and delivery of activity.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• The ability to develop positive relationships and engage with a broad range of individuals internally and externally
• Knowledge of the fundamental principles of learning and development
• Excellent self-management, planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, make decisions to manage own workload
• Ability to facilitate action and change and to impart learning using a variety of methods and platforms
• Appropriate operational experience

Eligibility

Applications are welcomed from competent Crew Managers and above who have successfully completed Level 1 Incident Command qualification (and have maintained their knowledge and skills). You will already hold a teaching qualification (AET / PTTLS) or have undertaken suitable alternative training, and you’ll hold a Health and Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely).

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.

If you are interested in applying for this position click Apply Now.

Please see the link to the Job Profile on application.

Applicants will be expected to detail their knowledge, skills, and experience against the relevant Personal Specification contained within the Job Profile.

Eligible staff wishing to apply for this role should apply through the portal, submitting a supporting statement (restricted to 1000 words) detailing how they meet the ‘person specification’ for the role as detailed at the end of the job profile.

Following shortlisting, applicants will be assessed for suitability by means of a role based task and behavioural / competency based interview.

Please see the role based task instructions and lesson plan template which are provided in advance to allow you to start considering your approach. If you are successful at shortlisting, you will talk the panel through the lesson plan and have a professional discussion before interview. The lesson plan must be submitted by 09:00 17 July 2023 to sullivanl@rbfrs.co.uk

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 Louise Keane, Training and Development Lead at keanel@rbfrs.co.uk or Ellece Ott, Resourcing Adviser at otte@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 09:00 hours 10 July 2023

It is anticipated that the selection assessment process will run 17/18 July 2023.

The Behavioural Competency Framework allows us to easily identify the behaviours that drive successful performance and enables us to deliver an effective service. The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process.

Please view our privacy notice via this link Applicant Privacy Statement

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, we want you to bring your whole self to work.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are more than just words for us. That’s why we are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels included and respected, and where no one is unfairly discriminated against. 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.

Simply: Our community is varied and diverse. Our workforce should be too.

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, everyone is welcome.

To find out more: rbfrs.co.uk/EqualityDiversityInclusion

Financial Accountant

£32,909 – £41,496 per annum pay award pending (Career Progression Criteria Applies)

Location: Headquarters Ripley

Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, competent individual to join the Corporate Finance Team. This is an interesting and demanding role which is open to part qualified applicants. Experience within an accountancy environment and the ability to demonstrate practical technical accounting expertise is essential.

The role will include but is not limited to:

·           Playing a pivotal role in the closing of the Authority’s accounts and in the production of key accounting statements.

·           Management accounting and revenue budget manger support.

·           Preparation of information relating to Firefighter pensions and completion of funding returns.

·           Preparation of medium-term forecasts and budgets.

The service is interested in applicants from a range of experience and entry points, ranging from experienced fully qualified individuals to part qualified accountants looking to take the next step in their career.  We will support you to develop a wide skill set, based on a combination of accounting theory and practical work experience needed to give you a platform from which to progress your career in Accountancy.  In return, you will be expected to make a commitment to actively study towards obtaining the CIPFA qualification.

Reporting to the Head of Accountancy, you will assist in the provision of an efficient and effective accounting service.  You will have excellent communication skills, be able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and non-financial managers and enjoy working as part of a small team as well as on your own initiative.

The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours.

In return we offer;

·         Flexible working hours

·         Agile working (60% office based)

·         Family friendly policies

·         Free car parking

·         Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations

·         Employee discount scheme

·         Employee support networks

·         Ongoing training and development opportunities

·         Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme

We are committed to equality and fairness at work.  Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities.

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

Please note as the role will be based at HQ at Ripley successful applicants will need to undertake Police Security Vetting procedures at the appropriate level.

Please note there is no fixed closing date for this recruitment process.  This opportunity will be withdrawn at short notice if suitable applications are received.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the recruiting manager, Mark Nash on 01773 305415 or mnash@derbys-fire.gov.uk.

If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, please contact the Service Centre on 01773 305441.

Post:Permanent Contract (Substantive Crew Manager Position)
Working Hours:On-Call (Agreed Contractual Hours)
Scale:Crew Manager
Location:Dunmow CM6 1DA

We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to apply for a station-based Crew Manager operational position at Dunmow Fire Station, to help us deliver our mission and to help us on our journey.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with an enthusiasm for leading others. As Crew Manager at Dunmow, you will be a role model to others on station, exemplifying professionalism and maintaining high standards.

You will be committed to the development of yourself and others: and will be prepared to support new recruits through their development journey.

As a Crew Manager on station, you will undertake a vital role supporting the service in leading the station, ensuring station activities are completed professionally and undertaking the full Role Map and responsibilities of a Crew Manager.

The successful person will also lead and manage the interaction between Firefighters and the Watch Manager to ensure planning, review, implementation, and delivery of the station business plans and other organisational operational priorities in a timely manner.

We are welcoming:

Lateral transfers from existing substantive Crew Managers.

Expressions of interest from existing competent Firefighters

Essential criteria include that:

The applicant is competent in their current role (evidenced by completion of relevant PDR Pro

The applicant has no current live disciplinary warnings and is not subject to being informally managed for reasons of conduct, performance or attendance.

The applicant must live within a 5 minute drive radius of the station. Post Code CM6 1DA

The applicant has a current Fitech 42 VO2 max

The applicant holds a current BAV&D Assessment.

The applicant holds an initial incident command level one qualification

The applicant has successfully completed all relevant operational assessments and compulsory courses to their role.

Internal Candidates

Stage 1: All employees make their application through Civica Self Service.

Employees that are NOT engaged in the Service’s Leadership, Resourcing and Succession programme (LRS) or that have NOT yet progressed to the LRS ‘Development Pool’ commence the recruitment process at Stage 1 and are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the criteria for leading others (NFCC Leadership Framework at Crew Manager level.

Applications will be sifted. Shortlisted candidates will progress to stage 2.

Stage 2: Values based interview and presentation:

Candidates successful at stage 1 will be required to complete these assessments and employees that are already within the LRS Development Pool will automatically join the process at this stage.

Candidates that are successful at stage 2 will progress to stage 3.

Stage 3: Role Specific Assessments: Apply via Civica Self Service

Successful candidates from Stage 2 will be required to complete these assessments and employees that are already in the LRS ‘Resource Pool’ will automatically join the process at this stage.

External Candidates

Are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the criteria for leading others (NFCC Leadership Framework at Crew Manager level via our online application form). Please ensure you have uploaded the supporting statement before clicking “apply”.

The closing date for this vacancy is 04/07/2023.

If you have any queries related to this role, please contact Station Manager Jonathan Ford to discuss.

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 equalitydiversity@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, application processes and benefits via https://join.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://join.essex-fire.gov.uk/jobs/benefits/

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 maybe subject to a standard/enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Business Analyst on a permanent basis.  This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week. The role can be based in any SFRS premise with current agile working conditions relevant.  This is a full-time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.

One of the most client-focused roles in the ICT function, the Business Analyst (BA) will plan for and execute on business analyst activities for one or more projects of small, medium and large size/complexity and will work with project and business management to ensure technical and/or business objectives are achieved.

This role is responsible for the realisation of value-added benefits to the organisation via their analytical quality driven approach to the delivery of capabilities and their ability to guide project teams through the complexities of technology or process driven transformation.

As the Business Analyst role is responsible for the design and development of business solutions for the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service, they are required to liaise with business units to capture, catalogue and prioritise user requirements. Close working relationships with these stakeholders and the ICT Development Team require to be developed and maintained ensuring fit-for-purpose business and technical solutions are achieved. Working to tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment requires that any requests are processed quickly and accurately while consistently delivering a high-quality service to all stakeholders.

The successful candidate is expected to have an HND or equivalent experience in a relevant ICT related subject. They are also expected to have experience in a similar client-faced role as well as strong problem-solving abilities.  Considerable experience in a range of business analysis tools including process/data modelling, use cases, case tools, data flow diagrams etc is required as well as experience of working within waterfall or agile project/development methodologies. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal, including report and formal document writing, presentation skills, stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation are also required.

Although part of a small team, the candidate will be required to work with people both internally and externally from various backgrounds and seniority. They will also have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as effectively plan and schedule their own work and the work of others for various sized work packages. Finally, the candidate must be able to demonstrate experience of working under tight deadlines and under pressure.

The candidate ideally would have formal qualifications in Business Analysis (for example, Certificates in Requirements Engineering and Business Analysis Practice), have knowledge of benefits management methodologies, possess membership of a relevant professional body and have experience of working in an emergency services environment, however these are desirable attributes and will not prevent applicants who do not hold these to apply.

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate’s will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO CHANGE YOUR CAREER – NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED!

We’re offering an incredible opportunity become a Firefighter at Bristol Airport. We are looking for people who are motivated and enthusiastic, have an aptitude for learning, are passionate about teamwork, are great communicators, physically fit and who want to make a positive difference. No particular experience is needed as we offer full training, it is all about your character, ambition and desire to build a career in the fire service. Our crews are diverse, we are interested in people from all walks of life.

Joining one of four “watches” you’ll be part of a cooperative and supportive team, ready and able to respond to any number of situations, at a moment’s notice, to support the safe and secure operation of the Airport.  The role of an Airport Firefighter is more about prevention and readiness than actually fighting fires – emergencies are rare but can be intense when they happen, so being prepared is everything. You’ll spend a lot of time learning, studying and taking part in drills and simulation exercises, equipping you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to be able to respond confidently and correctly when it counts most.

The Small Print

There are some important things to know before you apply. The role is shift based, meaning you’ll work two 12-hour shifts from 6am – 6pm then two 12-hour night shifts from 6pm-6am followed by four days off. Bristol Airport is a 24-7-365 operation, so at times you may work weekends & bank holidays if your shifts fall on these days.

You’ll also be on call during one of your blocks of four days off per month therefore it is essential for this role that you live within a 60-minute commute of our Fire Station, please be mindful of this before submitting your application

You will need to pass our referencing checks going back five years, along with DBS (criminal records) and CTC (counter terrorist) checks, as the role requires unrestricted access to all areas of the Airport. You’ll also need to be physically fit and well, as this is a physically demanding role, and the assessment will involve a bleep test and a demonstration of your ability to lift and move heavy objects. Also, as the role involves driving a variety of vehicles, an HGV License is advantageous, or you must be willing to work towards getting an LGV driving licence. This unfortunately means we are unable to accept applications from anyone who will be under the age of 21 in June 2023.

The selection process will involve three stages:

–       -If you are shortlisted from your initial application, you’ll complete an online assessment that tests cognitive skills and personality traits.

–       – For candidates further shortlisted from that, physical testing will take place on the 17th & 18th July.

–       -Finally, for candidates that pass the physical assessment, there will be a half day assessment centre with a formal interview on Monday 24th July.

Please consider before applying whether you are comfortable with all of this.

We promote Equality, Diversity and provide an inclusive environment in the workplace. Our passengers come from all walks of life and so do our colleagues. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.

About the Role…

·       Responding to emergency calls, requests for assistance and First Aid incidents

·       Maintaining, inspecting, testing and repairing fire equipment and alarms

·       Take a proactive role in your own learning, regularly attending drills, simulation exercises and training

·       Conducting risk assessments and audits

·       Undertaking security screening activities

·       Responding to jet fuel spills and leaks

·       Promoting fire safety standards to airport colleagues

·       Working on snow clearance in winter months

·       Keeping the fire station clean, tidy and orderly

·       Maintaining a good level of personal fitness using onsite gym

About You…

We’re looking for the following:

·       Passion and a demonstratable desire to build a career in the Fire service

·       Exceptional team player, loyal, driven to go above and beyond for your teammates

·       Aptitude and motivation for continuous learning and personal development

·       Ability to absorb training and retain large amounts of information

·       Practical, logical and organised, with excellent attention to detail

·       Conscientious work ethic, commitment, willingness to always do what it takes

·       Physically fit, able to lift and carry heavy equipment

·       Willing to work shifts including nights, weekends and public holidays

·       Willing to work towards getting an LGV driving licence

·       Based within one hour commuting distance of Bristol Airport

Why Join Us?

Our vision is to be everyone’s favourite airport, delivering a future we can all be proud of. So why not join us on that journey?

We offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including:

25 days annual leave (increasing to 29 days with length of service)
A free on-site Gym
Free private health care with Bupa
Life Assurance policy from day one
Free on-site staff parking
Find out more about our benefits here: Rewards and Benefits at Bristol Airport | Bristol Airport Jobs | Bristol Airport

Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

If you have any questions about your application or the application process, please email our Talent Acquisition Business Partner: amy.vivian@bristolairport.com

We are committed to providing our employees with a broad range of rewards and benefits including:

·       25 days annual leave

·       Pension with generous employer contribution

·       Group Life Assurance (6 x salary)

·       Private Medical Insurance with BUPA (including dental)

·       Cycle to work scheme

·       Employee Assistance Programme

·       Performance Related Bonus scheme

·       Free on-site gym (located within Fire Station)

Find out more about our benefits and recruitment process, by visiting the career pages on our website.

Post: Communications Officer

Salary: £34,215 per annum

Grade: C

Salary range: £34,215 – £41,075 per annum

Contract type: Permenant

Working pattern: Full time

Application closing date: 03/07/2023 at 16:00 GMT

We are recruiting a Communications Officer to join our busy press team.

London Fire Brigade is one of the largest fire and rescue services in the world, so working in our press team is exciting and fast paced.

You’ll need to think fast about breaking news, be confident and creative on social media and have an understanding of the political environment in which the Brigade operates.

As well as helping to keep the press desk running smoothly and responding to media queries, you will help us campaign to ensure Londoners are better protected from risks such as fires and flooding. You’ll also be involved in telling the story about how we’re transforming as an organisation and what we’re doing to engage more with the communities we serve.  You will also be responsible for managing our online media system PRgloo and raising the awareness of the press office throughout the organisation.

No two days are the same and we are looking for an unflappable individual with previous experience of working in a busy press office, in journalism or experience of working within a communications team. A demonstrable ability to work to high standards and tight deadlines. You would also be required to take part in the out of hours press office rota.

This is a challenging yet immensely rewarding position. If you’ve got what it takes, we want you to join us.

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.

Fire and Rescue National Resilience Capability Officer

Urban Search and Rescue (USAR)

Salary: Station Manager B plus 20% flexi allowance

Contract length: 3 year secondment

As the Lead Authority for National Resilience, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service are seeking applications from existing FRS specialists who wish to undertake a secondment to the National Resilience USAR capability team as a USAR Capability Officer.

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the agreement between the National Resilience Lead Authority and Home Office to assure, maintain and co-ordinate National Resilience USAR assets and Tactical Advisers.

You will provide operational cover for National Resilience as directed in accordance with the Lead Authority rota system and will operate in support of the National Co-ordination Advisory Framework (NCAF).

All applicants must apply by submitting an application form via Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment site.  Please note, we cannot consider CVs or any other form of application.

You must seek prior approval from your Chief Fire Officer / Employer to be released on secondment.

Closing date: Midnight, Thursday 29th June 2023

Interviews: July 2023

Interviews will take place at Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service HQ.

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 the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (YPS for Firefighter pension(s) and Merseyside pension Fund for LGPS).

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, or the Pension Administrator website (YPS for Firefighter pension(s) and Merseyside pension Fund for LGPS).

Temporary Promotions/Positions

Please note that any period of ‘temporary’, whether that is by way of promotion or allowances associated with a temporary position, will be treated as non-pensionable.

Safeguarding

Merseyside 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.Fire and Rescue National Resilience Capability Officer

Urban Search and Rescue (USAR)

Salary: Station Manager B plus 20% flexi allowance

Contract length: 3 year secondment

As the Lead Authority for National Resilience, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service are seeking applications from existing FRS specialists who wish to undertake a secondment to the National Resilience USAR capability team as a USAR Capability Officer.

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the agreement between the National Resilience Lead Authority and Home Office to assure, maintain and co-ordinate National Resilience USAR assets and Tactical Advisers.

You will provide operational cover for National Resilience as directed in accordance with the Lead Authority rota system and will operate in support of the National Co-ordination Advisory Framework (NCAF).

All applicants must apply by submitting an application form via Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment site.  Please note, we cannot consider CVs or any other form of application.

You must seek prior approval from your Chief Fire Officer / Employer to be released on secondment.

Closing date: Midnight, Thursday 29th June 2023

Interviews: July 2023

Interviews will take place at Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service HQ.

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 the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (YPS for Firefighter pension(s) and Merseyside pension Fund for LGPS).

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, or the Pension Administrator website (YPS for Firefighter pension(s) and Merseyside pension Fund for LGPS).

Temporary Promotions/Positions

Please note that any period of ‘temporary’, whether that is by way of promotion or allowances associated with a temporary position, will be treated as non-pensionable.

Safeguarding

Merseyside 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.

NIFRS invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to apply for the post of Station Commander A (Control) based in our Regional Control Centre (RCC) and Operational Communications Department.

Station Commanders (Control) perform a vital role within NIFRS, supporting Senior Management to deliver against a demanding change agenda and in a challenging financial climate. Successful candidates will be experienced professionals within the Fire and Rescue Control sector. They will be confident, innovative and resilient leaders and will role model the values of the Fire and Rescue Service. They will have supported and managed change and improvement to service delivery and ensured effective management of teams and resources.

All candidates must possess a Station Commander (Control) Incident Command assessment prior to appointment.

The online application form and application pack can be accessed through the NIFRS  website, candidates should apply online. Candidates who require a hard copy application form due to an accessible format request or have any queries regarding the process should contact the Resourcing Team on 02892 664221 ext. 2248.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday, 7th July 2023.

About the role
The starting salary for this role is £47,778 per annum for working 36 hours per week.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Surrey Fire and Rescue Service for a Learning, Development and Assurance Manager to join the Learning and Development Team based at our Reigate Training Centre. The team consists of 1 Group Commander, 2 Station Commanders, 18 Operational Watch Commanders, 6 support staff, 1 Driver Training Manager who has a team of 3 instructors. You will directly line manage 6 instructors and a number of associate instructors.

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service provides fire and rescue services to over a million Surrey residents in addition to the County’s many visitors. We employ approximately 700 members of staff including community and business safety experts, firefighters, 999 control room operators, trainers, mechanics, data analysts and other support colleagues. Our staff work from 25 fire stations, Headquarters site, Reigate and Wray Park Training Centre.

Reporting to the the Group Commander of the Head of Learning and Development. You will work alongside and in collaboration with the function to lead on the learning and development strategy for the service, including identifying opportunities to utilise the apprenticeship levy and working with processes that underpin the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP).

About the Role

The role encompasses identification of training needs for operational staff and non-operational staff. You will be instrumental in partnering with the People and Organisational Development Partners to develop and improve capability which enable the service to plan and enable people development.

You will aim to contribute to and monitor quality assurance and reporting processes, utilising L&D best practice to find ways to improve our L&D approaches and keeping up to date with emerging L&D trends and find ways to implement and share best practice with colleagues and the organisation.

As part of the role, you will also create and curate development content that is accessible, relevant, and engaging, evolving our L&D provision and building on the blended learning approach and engaging with the organisation to look at development of its workforce. You’ll then deliver this content face to face or virtually, working with ‘technical experts’ to assist them in developing learning solutions that are engaging; practical, relevant and meet the needs of learners

To be considered for interview, your application will clearly evidence:

You are an experienced Learning and Development Practitioner with previous experience of working with quality assurance processes.
A capability to balance processes and systems that delivers compliance training; along with other skills development.
A degree in similar discipline of Learning and Development, (CIPD recognised or equivalent) alongside a Level 4/5 qualification in Learning & Development or equivalent experience in the service industry
A strong track record of delivery in a Learning and Development management role within a service industry with experience of influencing senior stakeholders
Experience in the design and delivery of QCF accredited development programmes
Previous experience of effectively utilising the apprenticeship levy funding as a means to support individual and service growth
At Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, we believe it is essential to embed our commitment to the Core Code of Ethics and particularly equality, diversity and inclusion, into every aspect of our work. This is a dual responsibility applying both to our outward facing, community-focused activities, and to our internal responsibilities to people and volunteers. Our vision is that everyone representing Surrey Fire and Rescue Service will be community role model.

For more information, please find the full job description below and refer to this before submitting your application. We also invite you to read our Life at Surrey handbook to see insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.

Additional information
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 16th July 2023

Contact details

For an informal discussion please contact Station Commander Kim West by e-mail at kim.west@surreycc.gov.uk.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Benefits

From flexible working to job sharing we are committed to providing a healthy work life balance. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit MyBenefits for Surrey County Council staff.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:

The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.