Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service are committed to protecting and supporting vulnerable people including children, young people, or adults.

The service is looking for a Safeguarding Team Leader, the role will be based at our service Headquarters in Birstall, Leicestershire.

This brings with it a fantastic opportunity to be innovative, drive improvement and increase awareness of Safeguarding across the organisation and within our communities.

The purpose of the role is to assist the Service, meet its legislative duties and expectations outlined within the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Safeguarding Guidance for Children, Young People and Adults.

The role will provide advice and guidance to service staff and utilise knowledge and expertise from external partners, organisations, and stakeholders to enhance the Service’s interaction with the local community.

You will have experience of leading, managing and motivating diverse multi-skilled teams delivering effective and accurate materials across a range of communication channels.

Be highly organised, with the ability to effectively manage changing demands, with proven experience of working within a fast paced, results orientated organisation, with strong focus on outputs to a high standard to tight timescales, without compromising accuracy.

You will need to have good interpersonal skills and the ability to build healthy relationships with people, able to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines, as well as being flexible and adaptable. Owning the action plans and ensuring that we are delivering against our commitments.

Educated to NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification or equivalent work experience. An appropriate professional qualification in management and/or evidence of formal management training or structured management development activity.

The role will require the successful applicant to work 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday. You will also be required on occasions to work outside of the usual working hours and have the ability to travel to venues within the service area or across the United Kingdom to facilitate the role. This will include evenings and weekends.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Closing date: 31/05/2023

Interview date: w/c 12/06/2023

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)
• Workplace Equality Index (WEI)
• 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.

The Role
Post: Hydrant Technician
Salary: £ 27,626 per annum
Grade: FRS B
Salary range: £ 27,626 – £ 32,586 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Monday 29 May 2023 at 16:00 GMT

An opportunity has arisen to work in the London Fire Brigade Water Team and contribute to front line firefighting.

As a London Fire Brigade Hydrant Technician you will responsible for visiting fire hydrants that have been reported as defective by operational firefighters and other sources in order to undertake a range of minor repairs. You will also be working with the water companies that serve Greater London and their contractors to ensure that hydrant installations and repair works are satisfactory in order to provide a suitable supply of water for operational firefighting.

Passionate about delivering an important role in supporting the availability of water supplies for firefighting, you will be expected to carry out accurate and high-quality work, visiting an average of 22 fire hydrants per day in your working area in accordance with current targets.

Although part of the London Fire Brigade Water Team, the job is predominantly a lone worker role which you will undertake from Monday to Friday all year round. You will have experience of working efficiently, effectively and constructively with a wide range of people both as a lone worker and as a team member.

The position covers the South East area of London and you will be based at a Fire Station within that area. You will also be required to cover work in other areas of London in accordance with the needs of the service.

You will have experience of using and maintaining both a service vehicle and a range of hand tools / equipment, all of which will be provided to undertake your duties. It will be your responsibility to utilise and maintain them in accordance with the appropriate standards and policies.

You may need to undertake and pass a London Fire Brigade Light Driving Assessment in order to drive the service vehicle. You will also be required to achieve an appropriate Street Works Signing, Lighting and Guarding qualification in order to carry out the role. Appropriate training/familiarisation will be given.

A clean and current driving licence is required for this position. Experience of working within the water industry is an advantage but not essential for the role.

NB – Please note that the latest start time stated in the job description of 9.00am is under review and is likely to change to an earlier start time for the winter months. This is to ensure that all hydrant inspections can be completed in the hours of daylight for health and safety reasons.

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.

To apply, please complete the online application, provide a cover letter clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the highlighted areas on job description below) and upload a copy of your up-to-date CV. Please note that we will review and score the cover letter based against the competencies highlighted on Selection Criteria in Job Description.

Benefits of working for LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Eligibility
Applicants must hold a clean drivers licence

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

Online application, CV and cover letter (sift). Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place mid-June. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Please note: Should you be shortlisted you may need to be able to conduct an interview over Microsoft Teams (a video conferencing service). You will be asked to provide relevant contact details for that to take place if shortlisted.

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

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.

Additional Information
In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a basic criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences which are not spent under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory. Successful candidates should apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to get a copy of their criminal record and share the original disclosure certificate with the LFC. The check will only show convictions that are not ‘spent’. It will cost the successful candidates £23 (current charge) and usually takes up to 14 days.

Job title: Fire Cadets National Participation Officer
Department: Children and Young People
Directorate: Continuous Improvement
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract or secondment until the 31 March 2024
Salary: £28,000 – £34,000
Location: Working from Home with occasional travel
Reporting to: UK Fire Cadets National Manager

Here at the NFCC we are the professional voice of the UK Fire and Rescue service, driving improvement and development throughout the UK, whilst supporting our leadership team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a UKFC Participation Officer to be an integral part of the Children and Young People team.

Job Purpose

To make an active contribution to the advancement of key aspects of the NFCC Children and Young People’s Action Plan by providing support to the UK Fire Cadets (UKFC) Executive team.

The post holder will actively contribute to the delivery of UKFC objectives by providing support to the key functions in the delivery of the UKFC Action Plan, facilitating the effective and efficient operation of UKFC workstreams and activities.

They will also have key responsibility to develop, support and promote active participation with the Young Leaders Forum, Fire Cadet Units, and other elements across the CYP Hub.

Main duties & responsibilities

• To act as a central point of contact for all Fire & Rescue Services in relation to UKFC activity.
• To promote understanding of the value and benefits of UKFC activities and initiatives to stakeholders.
• To provide support to the UK Fire Cadets Executive Team and subgroups including coordinate meetings and events and recording minutes.
• To support, contribute to and develop the products of UKFC including Fire Cadet Manager and Fire Cadets Award.
• To support young leaders to develop their capacities as advocates of participation.
• To promote active youth participation and achievement through learning, to support young people to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors to society and the NFCC.
• To co-ordinate and deliver accredited and non-accredited learning and development opportunities to young people ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance.
• Be proactive in identifying opportunities to improve engagement with young people through the creation of working groups or similar.
• To pro-actively promote the national events and campaigns for UKFC through the development and sharing of creative promotional materials primarily using the UKFC digital and social media platforms.
• To attend national events and conferences to represent and promote the interests of the Fire Cadets and the NFCC.
• To liaise effectively with a range of internal and external partners to further the objectives of UKFC.
• To produce reports and presentations as may be required by the UKFC Exec and collect, interpret and present information to aid monitoring, review and improvement of performance and quality.
• To support, where appropriate, youth participation within the wider activities of the NFCC CYP workstream.
• To contribute to external funding opportunities for fire cadets including supporting funding applications.
• To ensure that equal opportunities underpins service delivery
• To assist the National Fire Cadet Manager to deliver the main functions of the service within the parameters of available staffing, equipment and budget.
• To contribute to a safe work environment ensuring compliance with Health and Safety, Risk Management, Business Continuity and Safeguarding policy and procedure. Protect all personal information in adherence with General Data Protection Regulations 2018.

Who we are looking for

A UKFC Participation Officer who has

• A level 3 Qualification in a relevant discipline or previous relevant extensive experience
• Experience of working with the Fire & Rescue Service and/or Fire Cadets or similar uniformed youth organisation.
• Previous experience of working with young people in a relevant youth work or educational setting.
• Knowledge of youth participation work
• Experience of working collaboratively with a number of different partners i.e. Local Authorities, third sector organisations, to achieve successful outcomes
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Willing to work some evening/weekend hours to deliver the duties and responsibilities outlined within this job description.
• Willing to work away from home at events and meetings

We are people centred and focus on creating a positive and engaging working environment. Wellbeing, reward, recognition and personal development are not just words we talk about, we put them into action daily.

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that makes you excited; contact us to apply. Send your CV with a supporting email telling us why this job is for you.

Job title: Assistant Chief Fire Officer

Salary: £97 – 106K

Hours: Full-Time

Duration: Permanent

Location: Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service HQ, Waterwells

At Gloucestershire County Council, we are constantly challenging ourselves to improve the services we provide. At the heart of keeping our communities safe is our Fire and Rescue Service (FRS). All the good that they do wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of 500+ staff who truly make a difference – and that’s why we need you! Your leadership, vision and strategy will shape our service for the future, providing an environment where those who are protecting the people of Gloucestershire can thrive.

As a key service of the County Council, our Fire and Rescue Service is on a journey of transformation particularly through working closely with our colleagues in health and social care. We will rely on your leadership to continue that journey. GFRS benefit from a workforce dedicated and committed to serving the communities of Gloucestershire; and from the strong support of the Council and our elected members.

Having just completed our second HMIC inspection, we know where we need to improve and to do this, we require a driven and enthusiastic ACFO to support the Chief and the Deputy Chief in being accountable for realising these improvements. You will play a leading role in continuing our progress to becoming a further improved, diverse and inclusive fire service.

Within this role, you will be expected to bring outstanding leadership to our organisation. We expect our leaders to encourage new ways of thinking, collaborative working and an inclusive approach to everything we do. You will share our passion to develop high-performing individuals and teams, and play a key role in contributing to our wider cultural transformation goals.

Our new ACFO will be a vital member of the Strategic Leadership team. You will be responsible for effective management of business-to-business relationships for HR, Finance, Procurement, Communications and Organisational Development. As such, it is critical that the leadership you bring complements the needs of the service and pulls in the direction of HMI recommendations, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Ideally, you will have previous experience within a Fire and Rescue Service, working at Area Manager level. Competence in commanding significant operational incidents is also required, and you must have relevant accreditation (e.g., MAGIC/ICL4).

However, we welcome external applications from individuals who are not currently working within the Fire and Rescue Services sector as well as those currently conditioned to the Green, Grey and Gold Book FRS Conditions of Service.

If the successful individual is not from a traditional FRS operational background, transitional development training will be provided.

Our dedicated recruitment microsite below contains all the information needed.

https://www.fireknowledge.co.uk/gfrs

If you are interested in applying for this role, please contact our recruitment partners, Fire Knowledge Executive Recruitment, for an informal and confidential discussion with Dave Etheridge: Email: dave.etheridge@fireknowledge.co.uk Mob: 07775 827265

The closing date for completed applications will be 09.00hrs on Monday 5th June 2023

• Suffolk County Council – Ipswich, IP1 2BX
• £36,298 – £42,380 per annum (pro rata if part time)
• 37 hours per week (part time working will be considered for this role)
• Permanent

We are committed to flexible working, so please read the Job and Person Profile (docx) to find out about the types of flexible working available for this role.

We welcome applications from everyone.  We particularly welcome female applicants, as well as those from minority sexual orientations, religions and ethnicities, those declaring a disability and those aged under 30 and over 60. Individuals from these groups are either underrepresented or not represented in the Fire and Public Safety Directorate.

Do you have recent experience promoting equality, diversity and inclusion?

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are looking to recruit a brand-new Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Lead Officer, working throughout Suffolk. This new officer is required to drive the EDI agenda forward for SFRS and will report to our Workforce Planning and Development Manager.

Your responsibilities

• Advise and direct the Senior Leadership Board to embed learning and understanding on EDI across the service.
• To ensure that equality impacts and equal access to services policies and procedures are fully embedded.
• To coordinate the work of EDI steering group, EDI working group, Staff Engagement group and EDI Advocates.
• Steer the development of a service-learning strategy to raise the level of understanding and awareness of EDI across all SFRS employees on a sustained and continuously progressing basis.
• Provide and present progress reports to Elected Members (Councillors) and the Service Leadership Board, frequency and content based on: data analysis, own initiative and understanding of service need.
• Proactively identify potential barriers to implementing inclusive policies with special attention to staff retention.
• Set measurable key EDI objectives and oversee the implementation across all Service departments such as Training, Learning and Development and Recruitment departments.

Due to the nature of the organisations operational duty systems and national meetings, there will be the requirement to attend outside of normal office hours/on weekends, and out of county on occasion.

Further information will be provided with regards to the duties of the position as part of the application process.

What you will need

• previous experience within a relevant EDI role, either paid or voluntary and relevant qualifications are desired
• comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and be experienced in report writing, with expertise in Equality Impact Assessments being desirable
• excellent interpersonal skills and be a clear, courageous communicator, able to discuss challenging topics.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply.  We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Travelling and workplace requirements for your role 

We positively encourage the use of technology to communicate, but on occasions, there may be a requirement for you to travel to locations away from your contractual base, using reasonable and suitable means available to you. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact detailed below.

This role supports hybrid working, a broadly even balance between working from home and working from an office base. Please speak with the contact detailed below if you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements. #LI-Hybrid

For further information

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Henry Griffin (he/him), Area Manager by calling 07901 512791.

How to apply

Step 1: Read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).

Step 2: Write a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. You should use the Supporting Statement template (other formats may not be accepted). Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

Step 3: Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Upload your supporting statement and a copy of your CV on the final page (without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed).

If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk.

Closing date: 11:30pm, 25 May 2023.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

ABOUT US
We offer a fantastic, inclusive working environment including diverse and active staff networks, great flexible working options and many benefits, as well as the opportunity to improve the lives of Suffolk residents.

Benefits include:

Performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
The opportunity to join a large, diverse organisation, with career opportunities across our services
A supportive culture, underpinned by our WE ASPIRE values
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Up to 28 days annual leave entitlement, plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
An occupational sick pay scheme
Learning and development opportunities, including a range of work-based apprenticeships
Flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
A range of staff networks centred around equality groups
Plus more

If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).

About the Post

This is an integral post within the senior management structure of the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS), with responsibility and accountability for a range of key financial functions. It is a key post, which is crucial to supporting the organisation’s adherence to financial regulations and relevant statutory requirements within finite budgetary constraints.

Hours of work

Currently 36¼ hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
A Flexible Working Hours Scheme is in operation.
In view of the level of this appointment, the post holder will be required to work in such a way as to fulfil the obligations of the post.

There is currently one permanent post based at NIFRS Headquarters in Lisburn. This recruitment and selection process will also be used to fill future vacancies, a reserve list will be created for 12 months should any additional permanent or fixed term vacancies arise (offers of posts will be made in merit order).

Salary

The salary scale is PO12. The salary range is currently £63,569 – £66,860 per annum.

​​​​​​​Application method

All the information that you need in order to apply is provided in the candidate information pack available at https://nifrs.getgotjobs.co.uk/jobDetails  However, if you have any queries or require any further information please email: nifrs.recruitment@nifrs.org. or telephone 028 9266 4221.

Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 31st May 2023.

We value our people and are committed to the principle of equal treatment for all job applicants irrespective of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, disability, religion or political opinion.

NIFRS is currently under represented by Roman Catholics and women, applications from these groups are particularly welcome.  Appointment will be made solely on merit.

(6 x Permanent vacancies available)

Role

The Operational Guidance & Policy Business Unit is dedicated to the provision of clear and current operational guidance, policy, and associated training material, and to the alignment of established NIFRS good practice with National Operational Guidance.  Following on from our recent Station Commander – Operational Guidance and Policy (Day Duty) process we now wish to appoint 6 substantive Watch Commanders – Operational Guidance and Policy (Day Duty).

Watch Commanders perform a vital role within NIFRS, leading others to deliver excellent performance and supporting Middle Management to deliver against a demanding change agenda.

Successful candidates will role model the values of the Fire and Rescue Service and will play a vital role in delivering a sector-leading suite of operational guidance and training material, providing operational personnel with the knowledge, understanding, and practical ability to effectively identify hazards and apply appropriate control measures across a developing range of incident types encountered daily by NIFRS crews.

All candidates must possess a current Level 1 Incident Command assessment prior to appointment.

Application

All of the other information you need to apply is available  in the relevant Candidate Information Pack, including full details of the essential criteria. Details available within current vacancies section at www.nifrs.org

Candidates should apply online and the closing date for applications is 12.00 noon Wednesday 31 May 2023.

Permanent

£24,496 – £29,439 per annum Successful applicants would normally be appointed on the bottom of the salary grade

DFRS Headquarters, Ripley

Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our Organisational Development Team in the role of Project Support Officer.

The postholder will report directly to the Station Manager, Business Change and Communications and will support the Service by taking responsibility for all phases of a project’s lifecycle, including the governance arrangements for the many varied DFRS projects and programmes of work.

You will be required to provide a high quality, efficient, timely and focused professional administrative service to the wider Service, which will include (but not be limited to):

·         The facilitation of project engagement and communication activities across DFRS and key stakeholders, and

·         The monitoring and reporting of the progress of all projects and programmes of work against agreed timescales whilst ensuring appropriate quality standards are maintained, and

·         Ensuring the evaluation of all projects and initiatives are completed and reported to DFRS Programme Board in a timely manner.

The postholder will have administrative experience and be an experienced and competent user of MS Office (such as Word, Excel, etc.); the ability to process and interrogate computerised systems and maintain project plans and risk registers is an essential requirement of the post.

You will also need to have the necessary qualifications, skills and attributes to deal with project related enquiries, ensuring these are captured, escalated, and monitored.

There may be occasions when the post holder will be required to travel to other locations as part of the role, a pool car will be provided for this purpose.

The normal working week is 37 hours however you may occasionally be required to work flexibly and occasionally outside office hours for which prior notice will be given.

In return we offer;

·         Flexible working hours

·         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.

Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK.

The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Monday 29 May 2023. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 12 June 2023.

For any questions regarding the role please contact the recruiting manager Simon Abbs sabbs@derbys-fire.gov.uk or Fiona Cragg fcragg@derbys-fire.gov.uk.

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