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Education & Specialist Intervention Manager

Department: Prevention
Grade/Role: 10 (£42-£47,700)
Hours: 37 hours
Contract: Initial 12-month secondment / fixed term contract, with a view to extending for up to a further twelve months.
Starting: June 2022
Location: While the role will primarily be based flexibly, or from Service HQ (Kelvedon) there is a requirement to travel around the county and visit Service premises

The Education & Specialist Intervention Manager role

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen within our Prevention Department to lead our Education and Specialist Intervention Team. We are looking for a dynamic individual to lead, review and develop our education programme, to continue our ambition of profoundly improving the outcomes and life experiences of children and young adults. This a strategic role and you will need to evidence the criteria set out in the person specification

Our vision is for an inclusive system which identifies and assesses the needs of individuals at an early stage, and provides appropriate, targeted, evaluated, and impactful interventions to those who need them most, including those whose personal situations may be more challenging.

In this role you will be responsible for maintaining and growing beneficial partner, community, and commercial relationships for all educational Fire Service interventions, providing oversight, expertise and support to promote the delivery of Education and Specialist Interventions of the service.

The Education and Specialist Interventions Manager will oversee the delivery of the Joint Essex County Fire & Rescue Service and Essex Police School Education Team, our Fire Cadets and Duke of Edinburgh programmes, with specialist interventions including Firebreak and Juvenile Fire Setters.

The right person

This role will be perfect for you if you have experience in leading and managing teams and projects with a natural inclination towards collaborative working and extensive stakeholder engagement. You will need to have proven managerial and leadership experience ideally within the sector and have a track record of delivering successful change management.

We are looking for a forward-thinking individual with the ability to identify opportunities, understand the need for targeted and data-driven interventions, who is able to design and implement bespoke pro-active direct intervention programmes and evaluation models for key stakeholders.

You will need to have effective project management skills, track record in development of policies and procedures and experience in the development and delivery of high-risk intervention schemes.

The successful candidate will need to be able to write strategic reports and have experience of delivering presentations to all levels of an organisation including external partners.

You will need to have an interest and an understanding of the Firebreak, Cadets and Juvenile Fire Setter programmes.

You will be able to demonstrate degree-level qualification, or equivalent, with experience in an education environment a great benefit.

The role will require a DBS check

Application and eligibility

You should submit your application online, including a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words detailing how you meet the essential requirements of the person specification by 15th April 2022 at 16.00.

The successful candidate will be required to commence in role in June 2022

This supporting statement will be used to shortlist your application so you should ensure all essential areas of the person specification are covered in your statement. Please ensure you can evidence the full Essential Criteria in the application.

Queries

If you have any queries about the process, please contact recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Will Newman, Head of Prevention, on 07866001053 or email to will.newman@essex-fire.gov.uk

About us

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.

We are an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a workplace environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Communications and Engagement Lead (Up to 12-month maternity cover)

Communications and Engagement Lead

Salary and Grade: £38,890- £43,857 per annum – Grade 6

37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 29 days plus Public holidays and Flexible working hours, superb Pension Schemes available

Onsite gym and parking facilities

Are you an individual with passion and drive to deliver activity contributing to improving services to the public? Do you enjoy working for a fast-paced and dynamic organisation?

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service provides prevention, protection and response services across the County of Berkshire. Twelve wholetime and five on-call fire stations cover 486 square miles, from Langley in the east to Lambourn in the west. It serves a diverse cultural population, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual for the position of Communications and Engagement Lead. You will be responsible for leading and managing the Communications and Engagement Team as well as the Strategy, planning, management delivery and evaluation of all external and internal communications and engagements.

The successful candidate will be inspired to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

The key focus of this role is:

To manage the delivery of the Communications and Engagement Strategy covering both internal and external communications.
To develop the overarching Communication and Engagement Plan, co-ordinating key activity aligned to the strategic vision.
To manage the Communication and Engagement Team, ensuring a proactive and forward-thinking approach to communications that aligns to industry best practice.
Work collaboratively with colleagues from across the Organisation to ensure effective communication and engagement activity.
To ensure continuous improvement in the delivery of the organisation’s communication and engagement function.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

Proven background in a communications/PR/Journalism/Internal communication role.
Strong understanding of working social media and web-based communication channels for business use.
Knowledge of running publicity campaigns.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise and engage at all levels both verbally and written.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage workloads as well as take the lead on delivering projects.
Ability to manage, coach and develop others.
Strong decision-making skills.

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for this position please click on the Apply Now link below.

Basic DBS check.

For further details about the role please contact Jo Watson, Communications and Engagement Lead at watsonj@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 9am Monday, 7 March.

Anticipated start date: April 2022.

It is anticipated that the assessment process will run week commencing 7 March 2022.

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

LGV Mechanic

LGV Mechanic

Scale SO1

£27,741 – £29,577 per annum

Plus a guaranteed allowance of £991 and on call allowance up to £5,333

37 hours per week (plus one week in four on-call)

Permanent

Based at Betony Road, Malvern

The Role

Do you want to form part of our team of mechanics working on operational fire appliances and specialist vehicles? This role really makes a difference, and ensures that we provide first class firefighting and rescue operations around the clock for our communities within Hereford & Worcester. Based at Malvern in our modern workshop facilities, you will also be required to work remotely at our fire stations across both counties, to maintain our fleet of vehicles and equipment.

We will consider applications from time served LGV and PSV mechanics and will provide additional training as required for the more specialist aspects of the role.

A full job description and person specification for the LGV Mechanic role can be found on our website.

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.

Reasons to Join Us

Flexible working practices for an average 37hr week Monday to Friday, with a one weekend in four on-call rota.
23 days annual leave rising to 28 after 5 years (plus Bank Holidays).
Local government pension scheme, sickness benefits, provided tools and workwear clothing are also part of the package.
You will also be trained to maintain operational Fire Service equipment and will work closely with operational Firefighters.
You will receive on the job training and continual professional development, including Large Goods Vehicle licence (Class C) if not already held.
Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Services discount card.

The closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 13 March. Interviews will be held w/c 21st March.

For any further queries regarding the LGV Mechanic role, please contact Chris Orgee (Workshop Manager) or Jeff Dickson (Transport Manager) on 01684 898710. We would also like to offer any interested applicants a site tour of our workshops in Malvern.

Deputy Chief Fire Officer/Chief Operating Officer

The primary role of the Deputy Chief Fire Officer is set out in the Brigade Manager rolemap within the suite of national occupational standards. Specifically the Deputy Chief Fire Officer/Chief Operating Officer is directly responsible to the Chief Fire Officer for the management of administrative and operational aspects of the Fire Service. They will be a principal advisor to the Chief Fire Officer and will oversee service delivery and take the lead in developing strategy and people towards tangible improvements in service outcomes.

The Fire Authority is responsible for delivering the government’s agenda for the service as set out in the Fire & Rescue Service Act, the National Framework and other relevant legislation such as the Civil Contingencies Bill and the Crime and Disorder Act.

Core Duties

Perform the role of Director for Service Delivery ensuring SYFR provides excellent emergency response, community fire safety and business fire safety activity to reduce risk to the communities of South Yorkshire.
Act as Chair for appropriate Boards within the internal governance structure and provide the Corporate Management Board, Senior Leadership Team and Fire and Rescue Authority with relevant updates on the work being delivered across the DCFO’s area of responsibility.
Support the work of the Chief Fire Officer towards the implementation of national standards and ensure that the service delivers against its statutory requirements as set out in relevant legislation and the Fire and Rescue National Framework.
Ensure that the service is prepared for the HMICFRS Inspection process and responds effectively to identified areas of development from the inspection process.
Operate effectively within a stringent corporate governance framework and be aware of the delegated authority contained within the South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Authority Constitution and Scheme of Delegation to officers.
Maintain the highest standards of conduct appropriate at this level of the Service and champion the national code of ethics and SYFR staff code of conduct.
Assist in the formulation of strategies, policies and procedures for the continuous improvement of performance across all areas of responsibility.
Maintain a level of motivation, training expertise, facilities and equipment within the Service to ensure that personnel are able to discharge their functions in a professional, efficient and effective manner.
Develop both officers and corporate personnel in support of organisational performance targets and personal growth.
Promote an environment of equality, fairness, dignity and trust throughout the organisation, its partners and stakeholders.
Attend or be represented at meetings at a local, regional, national and international level where matters relating to the Fire Service are under discussion, and promote the Fire Service as both a performance leader and service partner at these levels.
Represent the Chief Fire Officer at Strategic Co-ordination Group and other relevant meetings including the Local Resilience Forum.

Closes: 7 March 2022

HR SUPPORT APPRENTICE

Benefits

Salary and Grade: £15,165 – £16,176 Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hours – Full time 37 hours per week
Location – Newsham Court, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 24 days per annum plus Public Holidays and Flexible Working Hours

Onsite gym and parking facilities, access to benefits and discounts

At Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, our teams make working here a great experience. We are passionate about employee wellbeing, development and training. In HR, we play a vital role in helping our teams succeed, by working in partnership with the Service, to create a welcoming and inclusive culture that supports our People Strategy. We encourage our employees to work flexibly so that they can enjoy a work life balance.

The apprenticeship role offers a structured route into HR, combining practical on-the-job training alongside completing a Level 3 Certificate in People Practice, leading to accreditations in CIPD membership.

From providing HR guidance to managers, supporting employees, and assisting in handling day to day activities of the employee lifecycle, processing starters and leavers, answering general HR queries the role will provide a unique opportunity to support and gain knowledge and experience within a HR team.

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours including taking pride and responsibility for the work they do, working effectively and inclusively within a team, and upholding and promoting the values of RBFRS complying with the required standards of conduct, integrity and behaviour. The Behaviour Competency Framework is attached here.

The key focus of the role is to: undertake all HR processes to support each stage of the employee lifecycle. Please refer to the Job Profile here for other requirements and to learn more about the job.

Some of the key requirements of the role are to: be able to demonstrate accuracy, effective written and verbal communication skills, ability to produce quality work, use a range of IT systems, excellent attention to detail.

Candidates must also have five GCSE’s of Grade 4 and above including Maths and English Language, and two A Levels (or equivalent).

The HR Support Apprenticeship will be offered on a fixed term basis for the duration of the apprenticeship course. The Apprentice will be required to attend and study through an external training provider.

Application and selection process

If you are interested in applying for this HR Support Apprentice position click apply now.

For further details about the role please contact Emma Scott, Senior HR Adviser Service Provision at scotte@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

Closing date for applications is Monday 10 March 2022.

Interview and assessment process to commence w/c 14 March 2022. In addition candidates will need to complete an application process with the Trainer Provider.

Anticipated start date: April/May 2022

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.

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

Protection Administrator

Scale 3

£19,312 – £19,698 per annum

37 hours per week, Fixed Term (18 Months)

Based at Hereford/Bromsgrove

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service has 25 fire stations strategically located across the two counties. 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.

We are looking for an individual to join the administrative team within our Protection (Business Fire Safety) Department.

Working a 37 hour week, the successful applicant will primarily be responsible for aligning our risk information databases to assist us determining our risk based inspection program of premises within Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The role will require good attention to detail, significant data entry and supporting the department with its administrative functions.

Reasons to Join Us

We offer:

24 days annual leave per year (rising to 29 days after 5 years’ continuous service). In addition, you will be entitled to the normal Bank/Public Holidays
Flexible working, including a flexi time scheme
Access to a local government pension scheme
Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Services discount card

Contact details

If the Protection Administrator sounds like the role for you and you are interested in finding out more please refer to the job description and person specification in the first instance. For any further information or an informal discussion please contact Station Commander Dan Willey on 0790053355, or by emailing dwilley@hwfire.org.uk

Additional information

Whilst this Protection Administrator role is based at either Hereford or Bromsgrove Fire Station, please enquire about the potential for flexibility to suit. Part time job share requests will be considered, please state any such requests clearly within your application form supporting statement.

To apply, please complete an online. You will need to upload a supporting statement within your online application – your statement should inform us how you are suitable for the position and how you meet the criteria we are looking for.

Please note the closing date for this vacancy is 11:59pm on 27th February 2022. Interviews are scheduled to be held 10th March 2022.

Please note we do not accept CVs

Payroll Manager

Post: Payroll Manager
Salary: £46,684 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £46,684 – £60,620 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 04 March 2022 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world and the busiest in the country.

We are recruiting a permanent Payroll Manager. This will be a exciting position to run the payroll function, ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time, whilst making sure that NI, Tax, Pension and other alterations are properly deducted and paid out.

The some of your key responsibilities in this role will be:

To manage the operation of the payroll system including running the monthly payroll and producing associated output.
To work with and provide information to the Local Pensions Partnership (LPP) and other officers as appropriate in relation to pensions calculations and taxation.
To authorise monthly payments and files to external agencies, e.g. Inland Revenue, Local Pensions Partnership and Trade Unions. Compile year-end procedures, which include final balance, and ensure dispatch of files by statutory due dates. Also compile returns for Inland Revenue (form P11D) by required date and inform individual staff concerned.
To effectively performance manage, motivate and supervise the payroll team to ensure the delivery of quality services to agreed timetables, deadlines and work standards.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have the following skill set and abilities:

Ideally you will be CIPP qualified, or working towards it.
Significant experience within Public Sector Payroll functions.
Confident and experienced payroll manager able to motivate and drive staff to high performances.
Confident in managing multiple large complex payrolls • Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation, e.g. Tax, NI, SSP SMP, pension schemes.
Good working knowledge of iTrent alongside being proficient in MS Office.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. For 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 and upload the following documents:

A copy of your up-to-date CV.
A cover letter (max. of two sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description below).

Benefits of working for LFB

26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Option Absence Scheme
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

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.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in March 2022. 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.

Additional Information
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.

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.

Fire Safety Team Leader

Post: Fire Safety Team Leader
Salary: £39,083 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £39,083 – £46,684 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: Friday 04 March 2022 at 16:00 GMT

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world and the busiest in the country. As an organisation we are committed to delivering our services in ways that best suit the needs of our communities. Whilst emergency response is a critical part of what we do, LFB proudly acknowledges the impact Fire Safety Regulation (FSR) has in ensuring London is a safe place to live, work and visit.

We are recruiting for Fire Rescue Staff (FRS) Team Leaders within the Fire Safety Delivery department. The successful candidate will be managing a team of Fire Safety Inspecting Officers and Fire Safety Advisors who carry out a number of roles including, Fire Safety audits on premises within London.

The candidate, will need to meet the following criteria:

Have the ability to lead a team to ensure deadlines and targets are met.
Is highly motivated and positive.
Must have a min of a level 3 certificate in fire safety.
Good verbal and written communication skills whilst developing and maintaining relationships within the team, brigade, outside organisations and communities.

To apply, please complete the online application and upload the following documents:

A cover letter (max. of two sided A4) clearly outlining the relevant experience, skills and knowledge you have to successfully perform this role (see the job description below).
A copy of your up-to-date CV.
A copy of your certificate in Fire Safety level 3 or above.

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

Benefits of working for LFB

26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Option Absence Scheme
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

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.

Eligibility
Applicants must have a minimum of a level 3 certificate in fire safety.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

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-March 2022. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

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.

Wholetime Firefighter (Apprenticeship)

Ignite Your Future. Apply to be a firefighter today!

Are you passionate about helping people?

A career as a firefighter is challenging, but also hugely rewarding.

We are seeking the next generation of Trainee Firefighters.

We need people who are resilient, physically fit, as well as a good communicator and a team player.

Our community is diverse and this is reflected in our workforce who are passionate and committed in supporting us in the creating safest community.

Interested in a Wholetime Firefighter (Apprenticeship)?

To apply, you must;

Be at least 17 years and 6 months old
Have no previous Firefighter experience
Be eligible to work in the UK

Desirable criteria

Be able to swim confidently at least 25m
Be able to drive or able to drive once in the role

The selection process is challenging and not everyone who applies will be successful, but you could be the one that does.

The starting salary is £24,191, moving to £32,244 after 3 years, and there is always opportunity for progression beyond this.

This is a career not a job, no two days will ever be the same.
Closing Date : 20-Mar-2022

Group Commander

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service has the responsibility of protecting over one million people who live in the 650 square miles of Surrey. The Service employs approx. 700 people across the County in a variety of roles. All of our staff share one vision: With you, making Surrey safer. We do this by:

Serving the needs of our community.
Flexibly responding to a constantly changing environment.
Recognising and embedding diversity in everything we do
Solving challenges through intelligence driven collaboration, innovation and improvement.

Surrey Fire and Rescue 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. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

The values below will be crucial in delivering our corporate strategy and are what we draw on to make a difference for Surrey residents. We expect all our staff to embody these values.

Fairness and Respect – We embrace diversity and promote a culture of inclusivity.
Responsibility – We are answerable for our decisions and actions.
Professionalism – We will always be the best we can be.
Honesty and integrity – We are truthful and trustworthy. We do the right thing even if it’s not the easiest option.
Leadership – We choose to lead by example and inspire others in an ethical way.
Openness – We are open to new ideas.

Our behaviours are what people experience when they interact with us. They encompass how we do our work and how we treat others. Please find attached to this advert our Values and behaviours explained in more detail. We expect all existing and future staff to uphold and promote these Values and behaviours.

Job Introduction

You are invited to complete this form should you wish to express an interest in being considered for the Group Commander Selection Process for Surrey Fire and Rescue Service.

This is therefore an sifting process at this stage.

All candidates are asked to confirm eligibility and are asked to address a question. All eligible candidates will be sifted on the answer of this question and successful candidates will be invited to attend stage one of the boarding process.

** Please note the closing date to express an interest in this selection process is 28 February 2022 **

Job Details

Submission of an application via Tribepad (recruitment hub) – this is an on-line application portal

Upload of CV

Submission – Address Question either attached through the supporting statement or a video (as detailed below)

Eligibility Criteria

You are a competent Station Commander

In date Incident Commander L2 qualification

Evidence of current competency for all Core skills (BA, RTC, IEC, working at height and fitness)

Level 3 Diploma in Fire Science and Fire Safety

*If you do not have the IFE Level 3 Diploma in Fire Science and Fire Safety whilst in the pool awaiting opportunity within our Service or in the development period, will you commit to undertaking this qualification.
Submission

A) What you consider are the potential challenges for our Service

B) Explain how the skills and behaviours you possess will prepare you for the position of Group Commander (please provide evidence in your answer as attached in your supporting statement )

In addition to the requirement to address in writing the question, we will accept this demonstrate in alternative format to take account of diverse learning styles. This can there be completed in a pre recorded video of no more than 5 minutes in length.

If you believe that answering the question would be better addressed in a video rather than writing this in 500 words, then please state on your application form / the supporting statement ‘I have addressed this question in a video format and will send to the Recruitment Hub.

*Suggested Timescales*

Closing date – 28 February 2022
Successful candidates invited to attend stage 1 – W/c 7 March 2022
Dates for stage 1 to take place – 14-18 March 2022
Candidates informed of outcome for stage 1 – W/c 21 March 2022
Dates for stage 2 and ICL3 – 4-8 April 2022
Candidates informed of outcome for stage 2 – W/c 18 April 2022
Successful Candidates placed in the pool for promotion – May 2022

*Dates are subject to change*