Oxfordshire Fire & Rescue Service 2023 Watch Manager Promotional Process

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s (OFRS) vision is to deliver outstanding services that are community focussed, forward thinking, trusted, inclusive and sustainable. This will be delivered through leadership at all levels, that empowers everyone to contribute to this vision, through a culture that is vibrant and inclusive.

OFRS received three ‘good’ ratings for effectiveness, efficiency and people from its last HMICFRS inspection in July 2022, but we are ambitious and striving to go further. We are therefore seeking applications from outstanding and passionate people that wish to be considered for the role of Watch Manager to help us to continue building an outstanding organisation.

We are inviting applications from substantive, competent operational Crew and Watch Managers who work within the Wholetime duty system for a Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service. Applicants must hold an Incident Command Level 1 qualification.

We are an inclusive organisation, which serves diverse communities with a diverse range of demands and challenges. We want a diverse workforce that can help us to better understand our communities and bring a diversity of thought, views, experience and ideas. We therefore particularly encourage applications from female, black and minority ethnic and LGBTQ+ staff who are underrepresented in our operational workforce.

Promotional Process

The promotional process will consist of the following elements:

1.    Expressions of Interest

Expressions of interest can be made by completing the following form: https://forms.office.com/e/91JMGZQv7V. Eligible candidates will be invited to a Briefing Event. Must be submitted by 1200 on 8 May.

2.    WM Briefing Event – this will take place online at 1400 on 15 May

An online briefing session will give an overview of the promotional process and will offer an opportunity for questions to be asked. It is highly recommended that candidates attend this briefing session. Application packs will be released immediately following the briefing session.

3.    Application Form and Case Study Exercise

Candidates will be required to complete an application form, and a case study exercise. This must be submitted by 0800 on 5 June 2023

4.    Interviews – 3-7 July, HQ Kidlington

An interview board will incorporate an interview, a presentation, and a managerial roleplay exercise.

Successful candidates will be placed within a pool and offered a role when one becomes available. At this point references will be sought as candidates undergo a medical, fitness test, and DBS clearance.

Expressions of Interest should be made by completing the following form: https://forms.office.com/e/91JMGZQv7V. Please note: Your current employer will not be contacted without your express permission.

Expressions of Interest are to be returned by 1200 on 8 May 2023. Following this date, eligible candidates will be invited to an online briefing event. This will take place at 1400 on 15 May. Application packs will be released immediately following this event.

If you have any questions, or require any more information, please contact Station Manager Nik Brown errt@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff.

Our commitment to safeguarding

Our Organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Development Assurance Adviser

Salary:  £29,439- £33,820 per annum (pay award pending), Grade 4

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week (Flexible working considered e.g. job-share or part-time working (2x 0.5fte)

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

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days, plus public holidays and, flexible working hours

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

We are seeking a motivated and engaging individual for the position of Development Assurance Adviser.

You enjoy working with others, have 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 Resourcing and Development team, you will support the professional development of staff with learning, assessment and assurance activities. You will be responsible for completing induction and registration of learners along with providing high quality ongoing support to individuals and their line managers across a range of qualifications and our Development and Assessment Pathways (DAPs).

This role offers a great opportunity to make a difference in an evolving public service environment and in an organisation that offers flexible working arrangements so that our teams can achieve a good work-life balance, and that invests in continuing development. A range of post-appointment training will be provided as appropriate.

In applying you’ll be able to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework and meet the selection criteria detailed at the end of the job profile (attached).

The key focus of this role is:

• To support and deliver development, assessment and assurance activity ensuring effective development for all staff
• Providing advice and guidance to learners and their managers
• Deliver inductions and learning support as needed
• Ensure compliance with policy, procedure and best practice, and effective standardisation and observation
•  Liaison with awarding bodies and training providers

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• Good general education (equivalent of 5 GCSE passes level C or above – must contain English Language and Mathematics)
• Relevant professional/leadership qualification or commensurate and equivalent experience
• Ability to facilitate action and change and to impart learning using a variety of methods and platforms
• Experience of design, development and review of learning, training and development products

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for this position click the URL link to Apply Now.

Please see the link to the Job Profile.

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 Lorraine Sullivan, Resourcing and Development Manager at sullivanl@rbfrs.co.uk or Mark Crawford, Station Manager Development Assurance at crawfordm@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 10:00 hours Friday 28 April 2023

It is anticipated that the selection assessment process will run week commencing 8 May 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

Coaching and Succession Lead

Salary:  £35,411- £40,478 per annum (pay award pending), Grade 5

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days, plus public holidays and, flexible working hours

Superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

As Coaching and Succession Lead you will be a vital part of our Resourcing and Development team, ensuring effective talent management, succession planning and career development across the Service to meet our workforce planning needs.

You have a can-do, solutions focussed approach to work. Are able to critically evaluate and assess organisational needs in order to design products and processes that support our people in managing their careers, and to ensure we have the right people, in the right post, at the right time.

This role offers a great opportunity to make a difference in an evolving public service environment and in an organisation that offers flexible working arrangements so that our teams can achieve a good work-life balance, and that invests in continuing development. A range of post-appointment training will be provided as appropriate.

In applying you’ll be able to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework and meet the selection criteria detailed at the end of the job profile (attached).

The key focus of this role is:

• To ensure the Service has effective talent management and succession planning processes in place
• To ensure effective and efficient delivery of the career pathways and the early identification of high potential staff
• To ensure suitable coaching, mentoring and support mechanisms are in place
• To further evolve the leadership development opportunities available
• Manage effective and fit for purpose resourcing and promotion planning, delivery and outcomes.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish credibility and influence key stakeholders
• Positive, can-do approach
• Relevant professional / leadership qualification or commensurate and equivalent experience
• Ability to drive, manage and deliver work to meet deadlines, targets and objectives
• Ability to analyse and evaluate information and develop solutions

Application and selection process

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

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 Lorraine Sullivan, Resourcing and Development Manager at sullivanl@rbfrs.co.uk or 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 10:00 hours on Friday 28 April 2023

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run week commencing 8 May 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

Investigation Officer

£38,296 – £41,496 per annum

Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.

Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service are looking to recruit for the new role of an Investigation Officer experienced in conducting thorough, efficient and fair investigations. You will primarily be responsible for undertaking serious and complex discipline investigations, with the aim of investigating allegations and producing consistent, detailed and impartial reports. This will include developing terms of reference, investigation plans, investigation methodology.

In addition to undertaking investigations, you will coordinate the delivery of training and provide guidance to managers with the ability to develop and coach others.  You will lead on auditing all casework, including time attributable and consistency of approach, with the ability to deliver high-level recommendations to support strategic decision making.

There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.

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
• Family friendly policies
• Free car parking
• Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service sites
• 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 Tuesday 2 May 2023. Interviews are due to take place week commencing 8 May 2023.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact the recruiting manager Louise Taylor on 01773 305430 or ltaylor@derbys-fire.gov.uk.

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

Campaigns Manager

Can you deliver campaigns which make a difference?

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is looking for an experienced communicator to join its multi award-winning corporate communication team.

The overall purpose of the role will be to research, design, develop, implement and evaluate community safety campaigns which improve public safety, reduce emergency incidents, or achieve other important objectives for the service.

Reporting to the Corporate Communication Manager, you will also help to supervise the day-to-day operations of the team, including acting as a main contact for journalists, overseeing the delivery of the service’s renowned digital media channels, upholding brand values and promoting internal and external recognition of successes and excellence achieved across the service.

The successful applicant will have excellent writing skills and knowledge of using the right communication channels to reach the right audiences.  You will also be part of our 24/7 duty press officer system which attracts stand-by payments for each shift covered.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Zander Mills on 07768 417703.

A job description, person specification and application form for the role can be obtained via the careers section on our website at www.syfire.gov.uk or if you require a hard copy you can contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk or on 0114 253 2811.

Closing date for applications is 09:00AM Hours Monday 2nd May 2023.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 15th May 2023.

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue’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.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.

Improvement Technician / Administrator

An opportunity has arisen within our Firefighter Safety Team section for an Improvement Technician / Administrator, based at SYFR Command Head Quarters in Eyre Street, Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to deliver the improvement activities required within the FST.

• To work within a dedicated team to support Operational fire crews to carry their work out safely
• To collate and analyse information submitted through the incident debrief process
• To collate information from other sources within operational learning
• To collate information and administrate the SSRI process/system
• To utilise software systems to identify trends.
  To communicate operational learning to the appropriate personnel
• Utilise Microsoft and other software packages to collate, record, analysis and report information and data.

To be considered for this role you will have previous experience of

• Microsoft software applications
• Administrative tasks

You must possess

• English and Maths GCSE grade 9-4 or A** to C
• ICT GCSE grade 9-4 or A** to C
• A clear commitment and a positive attitude to work.

For more information about the role, please contact Paul Buttery on 07768980730.

A job description, person specification and application form for the role can be obtained via the careers section on our website at www.syfire.gov.uk or if you require a hard copy you can contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk or on 0114 253 2811.

Closing date for applications is 17:00pm Friday 5 May 2023.

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 22 May 2023.

New starters will normally commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 31 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 36 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

All applications will be given equal consideration and we particularly welcome applications from individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Other (LGBT+) or are disabled as these groups are currently underrepresented within our workforce. SYFR also offer a guaranteed interview scheme in relation to disability and further details of this can be found on our website.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue’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 the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.