Crew Manager Talent Pool 2023

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to realising our aim for Safer People, Safer Places through our embedded Values and Behaviours.  If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role within our service as Crew Manager, our Talent Pool Process could be for you.

As a Crew Manager in Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service, you could be supporting the management of an operational watch of firefighters, delivering and managing operational training within our Learning and Development department or working within one of our support departments.  As we work towards creating Safer People, Safer Places, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is a great place to develop your management skills and knowledge whilst serving our community.

Applicants for our 2023 Crew Manager Talent Pool Process must be committed to developing themselves as Managers and will be looking to prepare for future opportunities.  We will be recruiting for permanent Crew Manager posts throughout a range of departments during 2023 via a role specific process.  Applications will only be accepted for those already within the Crew Manager Talent Pool and as such we are now inviting applications to enter our Talent Pool Process.

Application process

Entry to our Talent Pool is via a two stage process.

Stage One involves a written application form via our e-recruitment portal.  This application is your opportunity to tell us why you would be suitable for a Crew Manager role within Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service.  Applications will be anonymised and scored against set criteria, if you are successful you will be invited to progress to Stage Two which will require attendance for a job related test and competency based interview at a location in Leicestershire.

In order to apply for the Crew Manager Talent Pool Process, you will need to be working within a local authority Fire and Rescue Service; and be:

• A substantive Crew Manager looking to transfer to our Service, or
• A Competent Firefighter who holds the IFE Level 3 Certificate           Operations Paper or;
• Hold an equivalent Qualification:

Level 3 Leadership and Management Apprenticeship,

ILM/CMI L3 NVQ in Leadership and Management,

IOSH Managing Safety

(As defined in the NFCC Core Learning Pathway)

• An excellent Communicator
• Able to show how you meet the competencies required of a Crew Manager and how your actions meet the Values and Behaviours of Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service

Ideally, you should be qualified to Level 1 Incident Command, although applications will be accepted from those that do not hold this.

The final outcome of this process is clearly defined. Candidates will be deemed ‘Appointable’, ‘Non-Appointable’ or ‘Development Need’.  If you are successful, you will be placed in the Crew Manager Talent Pool which enables you to apply for any future Crew Manager positions in any department.  Those with development needs will have 6 months to complete a development plan.  Non appointable candidates will need to re-apply for the next talent pool process.  The development need category will only apply to internal candidates and external applicants will either be deemed appointable or not.

Internal candidates who pass both stage 1 and stage 2 of the process without a Level 1 incident Command qualification, will be placed into the development pool until such time as they gain this qualification as part of their development.

External candidates will require a Level 1 Incident Command qualification to apply as no development is given.

To begin your application for our Crew Manager Talent Pool process please visit the recruitment page of our website here https://careers.leics-fire.gov.uk/ .Further information and guidance regarding this process is also available within the FAQs document and the Competency Framework, both of which can also be found through this link.

Key Dates:

•  Opening date for Talent Pool applications – 26th January 2023
•  Closing date for Talent Pool applications –  9th February 2023 – 23:59hrs
•  Shortlisting – 13th – 27th February 2023
•  Half term break holiday 20th – 24th February 2023
• Interviews and Job related Tests – 6th  – 27th March 2023
• Results commencing – 10th April 2023

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (ENEI)
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asians in the Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance

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

Lifetime Allowance

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

LFRS wish you every success with your application.  You are strongly advised to familiarise yourself with the Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service Values and Behaviours Competency Framework, which is available to download from our recruitment portal.

Good luck to all that decide to apply.

Steve Tidmarsh

Campaign Manager

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Co-ordinator

Salary:  £35,411- £40,478 per annum, Grade 5

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Benefits include: Excellent annual leave allowance of 27 days (28 days from April 2023), flexible working, onsite gym, parking facilities and a superb Local Government Pension Scheme are available

Other information about our benefits can be found here

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) is a progressive and community-focused organisation that works as one team to deliver services to the people of Berkshire.

If you have commitment and experience of promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, this is an excellent opportunity to join our HR team. We are an engaged and dedicated team, with an inclusive culture as well as a commitment to the training, development and wellbeing of our people.

The successful candidate will be inspired to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework. Specifically we are seeking individuals who lead by example and are able to recognise and respond to different needs from individuals and groups within the Service and the community.

The main focus of the role is detailed in the attached job profile. The role will champion, support and promote equality, diversity and inclusion within RBFRS, in line with the People Strategy, legislative requirements and best practice. This will include raising awareness of the EDI agenda and supporting RBFRS in becoming more representative of the community.

You will have an understanding of EDI challenges at a strategic level, as well as knowledge of local issues, including employment challenges in relation to EDI. You must also be able to interpret, analyse and present data.

Application and selection process

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on 17 February 2023

The selection process will consist of three stages and is anticipated that interviews under Stage Two will take place on 22 February 2023, at Service Headquarters.

Stage One

• Application and Supporting Statement detailing why you are the best person for the role and how you meet the person specification.
• Submission of a report (which should not exceed 2500 words) outlining the key challenges facing EDI in the Public Sector and how we can address these.

Stage Two

• Presentation to a staff panel. The presentation will be the key points of the written report submitted in stage one, and must be presented in 20 minutes. 10 minutes for questions/answers.
• Values and Behaviours Based Interview on the Behavioral Competency Framework
• Successful candidates will be invited to stage three.

Stage Three

• Second interview (date to be confirmed).

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

An HR qualification is desirable but not essential on application for this role

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 Emma Scott by emailing scotte@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

The Behavioural Competency Framework (attached) 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 note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

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

Personal Assistant to Principal Officers and Assistant Directors

Scale 5 £24,496 – £26,845

37 hours per week

Principal Officers’ Suite, Service Headquarters, Hindlip Hall, Worcester.

About Us

Every day we’re helping to save lives and keep the community safe – and not only by fighting fires. Behind the scenes at Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, there are lots of other roles that people don’t see, helping to provide vital functions to keep us an efficient and effective Fire and Rescue Service.

A permanent opportunity has arisen in the Principal Officers Suite at Service Headquarters, Worcester for a Personal Assistant to work directly for the Assistant Chief Officer and Director of Finance, as part of small Personal Assistant team who support the Strategic Leadership Board members.  Service Headquarters is based at West Mercia Police Headquarters, Hindlip Hall, Worcester.

The role is to provide a professional, efficient, pro-active and confidential secretarial and administrative support service to Principal Officers (POs) and Assistant Directors/Area Commanders whilst also deputising for the Executive Personal Assistant to the Chief Fire Officer (CFO) in their absence or as and when required.

A full job description and person specification is available on our application portal.

Skills and Experience

–       An NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification.

–       A good general standard of education – 5 GCSEs to include English and Maths at Grace C or equivalent.

–       Experience in a Personal Assistant/Secretarial post working at Director or Senior Manager level.

–       Proven practical experience using the full range of secretarial/administrative skills, including diary management, organising and servicing business meetings, minute taking, co-ordinating events and arranging travel.

–       Ability to proof, correct and edit documents to an executive and corporate standard.

–       A pro-active approach in a PA/secretarial role with regard to forward planning and preparation

–       Ability to produce documents and correspondence in an executive and corporate standard.

–       Good IT skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Powerpoint.

–       Strong communication and interpersonal skills including a tactful, professional telephone manner.

–       The ability to act on own initiative, multi-task and be self-motivated.

–       Experience of being able to manage interruptions and change activity to meet conflicting deadlines at short notice.

–       Experience of basic budgetary controls.

–       Ability to deal with difficult situations and exercise discretion.

–       Ability to maintain confidentially and integrity at all times.

–       To be a team player.

Reasons to Join Us 

HWFRS is proud to offer a range of benefits to colleagues including:

·         Hybrid working model enabling working from home up to 2 days per week, subject to needs of Service and on a week by week Personal Assistant rota basis.

·         Provision of laptop and mobile phone.

·         On-site canteen, gymnasium and walking/running routes within grounds.

·         Free parking

·         Flexible working, including a flexi time scheme

·         Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

·         26 days annual leave, increasing to 31 after 5 years’ service (Plus Bank / Public Holidays) *

·         Personal development opportunity – ability to access and apply for funding through an annual process to further develop skills and qualifications (subject to eligibility criteria of this policy).

·         Career progression opportunity within Service in similar or other support roles.

*As of 1st April 2023 all support staff roles will receive an additional 1 days leave allowance

For any further queries regarding the role, please contact the Executive Personal Assistant, Lisa Colenutt, on 07824 538098 (Monday-Thursday).

The closing date for applications is Sunday 12th February 2023 at 11:59pm . Please see our website for more details on how to apply 

Interviews will take place w/c 6th March 2023.

The successful applicant will be subject to a NPPV Level 2 Vetting Check, as we are co-located on West Mercia Police premises.

Please note we do not accept CV’s

Senior Occupational Health Nurse

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our occupational health and wellbeing team for a Senior Occupational Health nurse, based at our headquarters in central Sheffield.

The overall purpose of the role will be to provide senior clinical management for the day to day clinical work of the team, provide occupational health nursing, clinical supervision and advise on occupational health matters across the service.

To be considered for this role you will have significant occupational health nursing experience, post qualification, in a large and diverse organisation, ideally in the public sector.  You will have effectively managed and developed a small team and can evidence significant contribution to the effective management of sickness absence. You will be organised, able to prioritise and to make rational and independent decisions when dealing with complex health cases.  You will need excellent communication skills and the ability to work calmly within a sensitive field of work where emotional pressure is often inevitable.

You must be trained/qualified to RGN standard and have an Occupational Health Certificate or Diploma.

You must hold and continue to hold a current and valid driving licence as the role requires efficient travel around the South Yorkshire area.  You will have extensive knowledge of the legislation relating to occupational health, in particular the provisions of the Equality Act.

The key duties will include overseeing and performing full occupational health clinical duties including management referrals, pre-employment and periodic medical assessments; providing advice on a wide range of occupational health & sickness absence management matters to managers and employees; leading on the design, delivery and evaluation of health initiatives for staff.

For more information about the role contact Sue Kelsey, Head of People & OD, on 07766781812 or email skelsey@syfire.gov.uk

A job description and person specification for the role can be obtained via our website at http://www.syfire.gov.uk/jobs or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

To apply for the post, please submit your CV along with a covering letter to recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Your covering letter should explain how your knowledge and experience meet the criteria within the person specification.  If you do not include this information, your application may not meet the requirements within the shortlisting criteria.  Please limit your covering letter to a maximum of two A4 pages.

If you would prefer to submit an application form, please contact recruitment at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 09:00am Hours on Tuesday 7th February 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 27 (increasing to 28 on from April 2023) 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 to 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.

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

*Market supplement information: there may be times when the grading of a post results in an inability to successfully recruit staff in particular posts due to market factors. In such cases it may be appropriate to pay a market supplement in addition to the salary to ensure that such a post is filled. The agreed market supplement to be paid will be a minimum of 2% and a maximum of 10% of the top point of the respective grade.  Market supplements are not permanent additions to salaries and are designed to address particular circumstances that may relate to recruitment difficulties or occupations where there is a market shortage.

Head of Professional Development & People – Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue

Do you share our vision in enabling everyone to thrive

At Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue we have an innovative, inclusive and improvement based culture that is supported and driven by our amazing teams. If you are looking for a leadership role in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are seeking to appoint a Head of Professional Development and People to join our Senior Leadership Team. We are a high performing service and being in a County based structure, we enjoy excellent support from Councillors.

About the Role

As Head of Service you will have overall responsibility for the leadership and management of Organisational Development, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and Workforce Planning. Additionally, you’ll effectively manage the relationships with those functions that are managed by Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) and contractors.

Who are we looking for?

Whilst the usual experience, education, knowledge and technical ‘know how’ are all pre-requisites, the ability to lead, manage and inspire your team with the right culture, is just as critical. Likewise, is the ability to form and continually develop long term relationships with internal and external partners.

Ask yourself 

Are you a strong yet compassionate leader?
Can you influence and develop strategy?
Do you embrace and manage change effectively, adopting a solutions focussed approach?
Are you driven and resilient, with an ability to overcome challenges?

About Our Offer

Along with a competitive salary of  £59,952 – £65,258 we are offering;

A Contributory pension
Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes, cycle to work and green car initiatives
Flexible working patterns split between home and office
Professional support and development
An annual leave entitlement of up to 30 days (35 days after 5 years service) plus the option to buy more

Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure

Next steps

Please submit a covering letter with personal statement outlining what you can bring to this role, together with a CV career summary using the Apply now button. Make sure your covering letter clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description/Person Specification as well as what you feel you can bring to this role and our team.

For a confidential and informal discussion about the role, please contact Kimberly Thomas at Kimberly.Thomas@lincolnshire.gov.uk who will schedule a telephone call with Mark Baxter, Chief Fire Officer, for you.

Closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 27th February 2023

Interviews will take place on 22nd and 23rd March 2023.

The successful candidate must successfully undertake Lincolnshire Police Vetting before undertaking this role

Prevention Officer – Vulnerable Groups

Temporary- Maternity Cover

37 hours per week
Grade 6 – £25,878 per annum

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Prevention Team to work closely with vulnerable groups in the community.

Through careful analysis of fires, fire injuries and fire deaths, Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service has identified certain groups, communities and individuals as being at greater risk from fire than others. The post holder will develop links with ‘At Risk Groups’ and co-ordinate the activities of the Service as they relate to such people in the community.

The post holder will play a key role in the development of safety promotion and educational programmes for ‘At Risk Groups’, initiating activities to improve their protection from fire, and working towards the sustainability of safety within those groups. A large proportion of the role will include delivering Safe and Well visits in the homes of vulnerable people and delivering Shropshire Fire and Rescue Services Prevention strategy, working with statutory partners and attending forums which represent the interests of vulnerable people.

Applicants must have a strong empathy and background of working with vulnerable groups within their home environment. They must have analytical, problem solving or creative skills and must be able to work on his/her own initiative.

A full valid driving licence is essential. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check before the appointment is confirmed.

For a job description and to apply please visit the careers section of our website.

The closing date for applications is Friday 3rd February 2023.

Facilities Assistant

Job reference: REQ000183

Date posted: 19/01/2023

Location: Headquarters

Salary: £21968-£23,194

Basis: Full time

Job category/type: Support

Job description

FACILITIES ASSISTANT

BASED AT HEADQUARTERS – KEMPSTON

Hours: 37 per week – Monday to Friday

(am/pm weekly rotation with hours ranging from 8:00 -18:00)

£21,968 per annum rising to £23,194 per annum

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to assist a small team in providing a comprehensive support service, which includes general site maintenance, operational equipment maintenance/testing and security for the fire and rescue service headquarters and as a courier/stores delivery service to all service locations.

In this Facilities Assistant role, you will transport administrative documentation and operational equipment to various locations within the County, in addition this will include collection and delivery of Ambulances. You will undertake a variety of tasks and work as part of a team. You will be interacting and building good working relationship with several other departments within the service.  You will also be required to assist in setting up rooms for meetings; provide support and cover to Stores department as and when required.

You will have some previous experience in work of a similar nature and proven ability to work effectively as part of a team and make a significant contribution to the attainment of joint goals. You will have good standard of numeracy, written and oral communication. You will also have a full driving licence with no pending issues.

Benefits

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

We offer a competitive salary alongside a wealth of other fantastic benefits listed below:

Access to a secure career average revalued earnings (CARE) pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme, which includes a generous employer contribution as well as life cover and survivors pension
Holiday allowance of 24 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 29 days* after 5 years’ service and 31 days after 10 years’ service (pro rota if part time or irregular working pattern)
Subsidised catering facilities providing hot and cold meals
Free access to onsite gym facilities after induction, including access during lunch breaks
Employee-friendly policies including flexible working, enhanced maternity leave, parental leave, special leave and career break
Free onsite parking
Training and Development and much more!

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

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

Application closing date: 02/02/2023