Job Summary

Job Role Title:  Fire Control (Firefighter)

Salary:  £26,852 (Trainee) £27,970 (Development) £35,791 (Competent) per annum

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Opening Date: 15th January 2025

Closing date:  23:59 29th January 2025

Job Advert 

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) are welcoming applications for the post of Fire Control (Firefighter) for two permanent positions that have become available.

The post will require the successful candidate to work within a small team, they need to be able to think fast and be confident within the busy working environment of Fire Control.  Along with providing advice and support to members of the community, to aid survival of an emergency event, the individual will also be determining, supporting and maintaining the response of the emergency service.

We’re looking for a level-headed, enthusiastic and proactive individuals, preferably with experience of working in a call taking environment with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines.

Whilst this can be a very challenging role, it is also an immensely rewarding position.

If you’ve got what it takes, we want you to join us, to do so: –

· You must complete an online application form outlining how you meet the job requirements for the role.

· You must be prepared to attend a test session and interview.  Details of these two requirements will be provided during the process should you be successful at the shortlisting stage.

· You must be aged at least 18 years and over.

· You must be prepared to undertake a standard disclosure check.

·Initial acquisition training provided will be determined by LFRS and will be an internal course (Expectation will be that there will be no time off during the initial acquisition training)

Once you have completed your initial training, you will begin the development phase.  This will allow you to apply your new knowledge, understanding and skills to real life incidents, with an end point assessment which will deem you eligible to move from the development stage to competent.

Benefits you will receive:

•    Competitive salary

•    Flexible working

•    Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays

•    Full support for ongoing professional development

•    On-site gym facilities

•    Free onsite parking

•    Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card

•    Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes             fitness support

•    Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

•    Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which 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.

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date:  23:59 29th January 2025

Point of Entry Selection Tests – w/c 10th of February 2025 (part day attendance)

Interviews will take place – w/c 24th of February 2025

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
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

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

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Job Title: Team Administrator

Contract Type: 12 months Fixed Term Contract 

Salary: £23,000 – £25,000 per annum

Department: Administration & Secretariat 

Directorate: Professional Services 

Location: Working from home, with very occasional UK travel 

Reports to: Administration & Secretariat Support Team Leader 

The NFCC is currently seeking a conscientious Team Administrator to join our busy Administration & Secretariat Team.

The postholder will provide a complete, professional and high-quality administrative support to the NFCC Admin & Secretariat function, the wider NFCC and it’s stakeholders as required.

Acting as a first point of contact for general administrative tasks, including supporting the Admin & Secretariat team on projects as required.

Booking of staff travel and accommodation.

Assisting with meeting scheduling; booking venues, catering and refreshments for external meetings.

Assisting with mailbox management, escalating queries to the relevant member(s) of the Admin & Secretariat team as well as other NFCC colleagues.

Supporting staff across the NFCC with the formatting, standardisation, proof-reading and distribution of documents in-line with NFCC guidelines.

Aiding the Admin & Secretariat team in their management of various platforms and databases including our communities platform and membership database. Creating new user accounts and subject matter groups as well as handling queries, handling membership forms and handling requests.

Assisting with the maintenance of distribution lists and contact sheets.

Maintaining and updating trackers, distributing to the relevant contacts where required.

Ad-hoc secretariat support where required.

Full details of the role can be found in the Job Description on the NFCC Website.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and actively encourage applicants from under-represented groups to apply. We welcome everyone to consider being a part of the NFCC.

What you can expect: 

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.

We offer an enhanced annual leave allowance of 26 days (pro-rata) plus bank holidays, Health Care Cashplan, access to an Employee Assistance Programme and support flexitime working.

How to apply: 

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button on the NFCC Website. CV’s will NOT be accepted for this position.

If you experience any difficulty completing our application form, or have any queries regarding the role, please contact recruitment@nfcc.org.uk.

Closing Date – 24th January 2025

PLEASE NOTE – THIS VACANCY WILL CLOSE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS. 

NFCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and will require a DBS check to be completed prior to commencing in post. 

NFCC is committed to being an inclusive employer. We comply with the Equality Act 2010, and we believe that everyone deserves to work in safe environments that are free from bullying, harassment and discrimination, abuse, and harm, where they feel supported, welcome, and able to thrive. 

NFCC acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice, all staff are expected to share this commitment. 

Permanent position

Remuneration: £112,296 salary with a provided car or taxable car allowance up to the value of £6850.00.

Relocation support is available to a maximum of £11,983 (including VAT) (depending on personal circumstances), of which, the first £8,000 is exempt from tax and NI contributions.

Based at our Service Headquarters near Exeter

Are you an ambitious and forward-thinking strategic leader? Would you like to live and work in one of the most stunning places within the UK?

We are seeking an innovative and influential leader who shares our values and ethics, to support the Chief Fire Officer in leading our organisation forward.

This is an exciting time to join Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, as our Director of Strategy and Improvement. We are in the process of delivering a change programme, transforming the service to ensure future sustainability as well as providing resilient services for the future challenges.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan fire and rescue service in England. We have a proud history of keeping people safe and providing prevention, protection, and response services across the local government areas of Devon County, Plymouth City, Somerset, and Torbay Councils. We have 83 fire stations and over 1,900 highly skilled and motivated staff who work tirelessly to protect the 1.8 million people who live in our two counties, plus the 1.1 million people who come to Devon and Somerset on holiday each year.

Find out more and apply
Our Director of Strategy and Improvement will report to and support the Chief Fire Officer (CFO) in leading the Service. As part of the Executive Board, you will assist the CFO in creating a vision, direction and culture of the Service which builds public trust and confidence through the delivery of effective services, and for the strategic leadership and the performance of the Service in the achievement of its collective goals.

As the Director of Strategy and Improvement (DSI) you will be responsible for the operations for core support staff departments ensuring that agreed policies are implemented effectively and performance managed. The DSI will have direct responsibility for the Corporate Services directorate and the strategy and Improvement function that is responsible for organisational strategy and performance.

More information on the role, full job description/person specification, and benefits package can be found in the attached Application pack.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

leading the largest fire service outside of London

relocation package (see page 13 of the application pack)

car allowance

competitive holiday entitlement

pension scheme

employee assistance programme provided in-house (wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy provision)

comprehensive rewards and benefits programme

lifestyle benefits – a vast range of national and local discounts and offers from retailers, as well as savings on travel, leisure, and entertainment

various salary sacrifice schemes.

Our Identity
How to apply:

You will be required to complete an application form via the apply link below, which will include a Personal Impact Statement. Please use the ‘Director of Strategy and Improvement – Personal Impact Statement and Essential Criteria’ template attached below and upload this when requested in the application form.

The personal impact statement relates to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework as well as professional expertise. Your impact statement should focus on demonstrating your impact at ‘Leading the Service’ level.

The template attached below also has a section for you to detail how you meet the following essential criteria from the Job Description and Person Specification.

Evidence of strategy development and implementation

Significant experience working at a senior level within Local Government or similar environment.

A performance focus with the drive to deliver agreed outcomes and raise standards of performance.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop successful networks within, and external to organisation.

An awareness of national issues affecting local Government

The closing date for applications is Monday 3 February 2025 at 23:59. Shortlisting will take place from 10 February and the selection and interview process will take place during the weeks starting 17 February and 3 March 2025.

If having read the application pack you would like additional information, or an informal discussion, please contact Gavin Ellis by emailing executivesupport@dsfire.gov.uk

Please note the appointment is subject to successful Baseline Personnel Security Standard check (BPSS), Medical Screening, National Security Vetting to Developed Vetting (DV) and an Enhanced DBS check.

Our values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.

As a Service and as individuals: 

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve and aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to join our team.

Permanent position

Remuneration: £102,938 salary with a provided car or taxable car allowance up to the value of £5020.00.

Relocation support is available to a maximum of £11,235 (including VAT) (depending on personal circumstances), of which, the first £8,000 is exempt from tax and NI contributions.

Based at our Service Headquarters near Exeter

Are you an ambitious and forward-thinking strategic leader? Would you like to live and work in one of the most stunning places within the UK?

We are seeking an innovative and influential leader who shares our values and ethics, to support the Chief Fire Officer in leading our organisation forward.

This is an exciting time to join Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, as our Director of Corporate Services. We are in the process of delivering a change programme, transforming the service to ensure future sustainability as well as providing resilient services for the future challenges.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan fire and rescue service in England. We have a proud history of keeping people safe and providing prevention, protection, and response services across the local government areas of Devon County, Plymouth City, Somerset, and Torbay Councils. We have 83 fire stations and over 1,900 highly skilled and motivated staff who work tirelessly to protect the 1.8 million people who live in our two counties, plus the 1.1 million people who come to Devon and Somerset on holiday each year.

Find out more and apply
Our Director of Corporate Services will be a member if the Executive Board reporting to the Director of Strategy & Improvement (DSI) and is responsible for the strategic leadership and the performance of the Corporate Service directorate and its collective goals.

As part of the Executive Board, you will assist the CFO in creating a vision, direction and culture of the Service which builds public trust and confidence through the delivery of effective services, and for the strategic leadership and the performance of the Service in the achievement of its collective goals.

As the Director of Corporate Services, you will contribute to corporate performance both by ensuring a high quality service and by leading or supporting corporate initiatives and projects and by carrying a specific or statutory corporate role where appropriate.

More information on the role, full job description/person specification, and benefits package can be found in the attached Application pack.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

working for the largest fire service outside of London

relocation package

car allowance

competitive holiday entitlement

pension scheme

employee assistance programme provided in-house (wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy provision)

comprehensive rewards and benefits programme

lifestyle benefits – a vast range of national and local discounts and offers from retailers, as well as savings on travel, leisure, and entertainment

various salary sacrifice schemes.

Our Identity
How to apply:

You will be required to complete an application form via the apply link below, which will include a Personal Impact Statement. Please use the ‘Director of Corporate Services Personal Impact Statement and Essential Criteria’ template attached below and upload this when requested in the application form.

The personal impact statement relates to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework as well as professional expertise. Your impact statement should focus on demonstrating your impact at ‘Leading the Service’ level.

The template attached below also has a section for you to detail how you meet the following essential criteria from the Job Description and Person Specification.

Evidence of strategy development and implementation

Significant experience working at a senior level within Local Government or similar environment.

Evidence of the ability to turn organisational objectives into functional action plans

An awareness of national issues affecting local Government

The closing date for applications is Monday 3 February 2025 at 23:59. Shortlisting will take place from 10 February and the selection and interview process will take place during the weeks starting 17 February and 3 March 2025.

If having read the application pack you would like additional information, or an informal discussion, please contact Gavin Ellis by emailing executivesupport@dsfire.gov.uk.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful Baseline Personnel Security Standard check (BPSS), Medical Screening, National Security Vetting to Developed Vetting (DV) and an Enhanced DBS check.

Our values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.

As a Service and as individuals: 

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve and aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to join our team.

Remuneration: £149,130.00 salary with a provided car or taxable car allowance up to the value of £7,350.00.

Relocation support is available to a maximum of £17,374.00 (depending on personal circumstances), of which the first £8,000.00 is exempt from Tax and NI contributions.

Based at our Service Headquarters near Exeter.

Are you an ambitious and forward-thinking strategic leader Would you like to love and work in one of the most stunning places in the UK?

We are seeking an innovative and influential leader who shares our values and ethics, to lead our organisation forward as our new Deputy Chief Fire Officer (DCFO).

This is an exciting time to join Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service, as our Deputy Chief Fire Officer. We are in the process of delivering a change programme, transforming the Service to ensure future sustainability as well as providing resilient services for the future challenges.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan fire and rescue service in England. We have a proud history of keeping people safe and providing prevention, protection, and response services across the local government areas of Devon County, Plymouth City, Somerset and Torbay Councils. We have 83 fire stations and over 1,900 highly skilled and motivated staff who work tirelessly to protect the 1.8 million people who live in our two counties, plus the 1.1 million people who come to Devon and Somerset on holiday each year.

Find out more and apply

Our Deputy Chief Fire Officer will report to, and support the Chief Fire Officer (CFO) in leading the Service. As part of the Executive Board, you will assist the CFO in creating a vision, direction and culture of the Service which builds public trust and confidence through the delivery of effective services.

As the DCFO you will be directly responsible for day-to-day management of the Service, ensuring that agreed policies are implemented effectively and performance managed. The DCFO will have responsibility for the Service directorate encompassing Response and Resilience and People.

You will be used to acting with authority under pressure to carry out operational command duties in the event of a major incident.

You will demonstrate a strong track record of innovation, transformation, and modernisation in a large organisation.

More information on the role, full job description / person specification, and benefits package can be found in the attached Application pack.

Benefits:

Here are the benefits you can expect:

Leading the largest fire service outside of London
relocation package (see page 13 of the application pack)

Service provided vehicle or allowance.

competitive holiday entitlement

pension scheme

employee assistance programme provided in-house (wellbeing, counselling and physiotherapy provision)

comprehensive rewards and benefits programme.

Lifestyle benefits – a vast range of national and local discounts and offers from retailers, as well as savings on travel, leisure and entertainment.

three yearly medical

various salary sacrifice schemes

Our Identity
You will be required to complete an application form via the apply link below, which will include the requirement for you to provide a Personal Impact Statement. Please use the ‘DCFO Personal Impact Statement and Essential Criteria’ template attached below and upload this when requested in the application form.

The personal impact statement relates to each of the four quadrants of the NFCC Leadership Framework as well as professional expertise. Your impact statement should focus on demonstrating your impact at ‘Leading the Service’ level.

The ‘DCFO Personal Impact Statement and Essential Criteria’ template attached also has a section for you to detail how you meet the following essential criteria from the Job Description and Person Specification.

Strategic thinking and analysis, including formulating and implementing strategic issues across a large organisation.

A performance focus with the drive to deliver agreed outcomes and raise standards of performance.

Significant experience as a substantive Area / Brigade Manager leading significant change within a fire and rescue service with a track record in improving organisational effectiveness.

A comprehensive knowledge of the financial and budgetary context in which a modern fire and rescue service operates.

The closing date for applications is Monday 3 February 2025 at 23:59. Shortlisting will take place from 10 February 2025 and the selection and interview process will take place during the weeks starting 17 February and 3 March 2025.

If having read the application pack you would like additional information, or an informal discussion, please contact Gavin Ellis by emailing executivesupport@dsfire.gov.uk.

Please note that the appointment is subject to successful Baseline Personnel Security Standard check (BPSS), Medical Screening, National Security Vetting to Developed Vetting (DV) and an Enhanced DBS Check.

Our values
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.

As a Service and as individuals:

We are proud to help
We are honest
We are respectful
We are working together

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve and aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce, We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to join our team.

Driver Training Manager

£37,938 rising to £40,476 per annum

Location – Stanningley Fire Station

Lead the Way as a Driver Training Manager with West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service!

Are you ready to drive positive change and help shape the future of training at one of the UK’s most respected fire and rescue services? We are looking for an inspiring and forward-thinking Driver Training Manager to lead our exceptional team, based at Stanningley Fire Station.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality training and staying ahead of national developments. If you have a proven track record of managing and delivering exceptional training programmes, and you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Why This Role is Special

• Be a Leader: Guide and develop a team of skilled driving instructors, fostering an environment of collaboration and excellence.
  Drive Innovation: Stay up to date with national changes in driver training, proactively implementing improvements to ensure compliance and the highest standards.
  Make an Impact: Contribute directly to the safety and development of operational and non-operational personnel across the service.
  Collaborate and Deliver: Work closely with teams, including Training Administration, to plan courses that meet service demand, maintain competence, and upskill staff.

About You

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience in delivering and managing high-standard training programmes.
  Is a confident leader, capable of inspiring and developing a team.
  Demonstrates excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills.
  Proactively seeks continuous improvement and adapts to evolving standards.
  Is willing to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, across various WYFRS sites (this is not a work-from-home position).

What You will Need to Do

Applicants must provide clear, concise examples demonstrating how they meet the essential criteria outlined in the job description. Only applications meeting the criteria will be shortlisted.

Location and Benefits

The role is based at Stanningley Fire Station with travel required to other WYFRS sites. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, inclusion, and collaboration. Parking is included at all WYFRS locations and access to site-based gyms.

If you are ready to lead, inspire, and deliver excellence, apply now, and help us ensure West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service continues to set the standard in driver training.

The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of current valid driving licence.

We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, 37 hour flexible working week, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social clubs with free use of gym.

For further details of this and all our vacancies and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers.

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 2 February 2025 (midnight).

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

WYFRS is a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.

HEREFORD & WORCESTER FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE (HWFRS)

Wholetime Crew Commander

Salary:           Crew Commander in line with NJC Grey Book pay scales

Location:      Various locations across the HWFRS boundary

Contract:      Full time, permanent plus pension and benefits

Applications Open: Monday 6th January 2025

Closing date: Monday 27th January 2025 at 12:00 noon (midday)

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is pleased to invite applications for the role of Crew Commander. HWFRS is a forward thinking and dynamic organisation looking for talented, positive and inspirational individuals to join our team across locations stretching east to west from the Cotswolds to the mid-Wales border, and from the Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve in the north, to the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the south – with the Malvern Hills AONB right at the heart of the two counties.

Our stations are crewed by a mix of Wholetime and On-Call Firefighters, supported by Fire Control staff and Support Staff.  We attend just over 6,500 incidents each year – more than 125 incidents every week – including property and countryside fires, RTCs and water and animal rescues, sometimes assisted by our USAR colleagues.

Eligibility to apply

In order to apply, you must meet the following criteria at the point of application:

• Be a competent UK Local Authority Wholetime or On Call Firefighter (or role above)
• Be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions
• Have had an appraisal in the last 12 months
• Not have any live formal disciplinary sanctions
• Not be in a formal capability process
• Be medically fit to undertake the role (current fitness test and 3 yearly medical)

Positions are available in a variety of functional and station based roles with a variety of duty systems on offer.  Duty systems include the 7 day Flexi-Time System (42 Hour Day Duty), 12-Hour Day Duty System, Day Crewing Duty System and Wholetime 224 Duty System.

Please see the Crew Commander job description and person specification for further information about the role. Please note, this role is subject to an enhanced level DBS check.

Selection process

The selection process will be as follows:

• Online application form
• Case Study assessment
• Role play assessment
• Interview
• Incident Command assessment (where appropriate)
• Fitness test
• Medical assessment
• Pre-employment checks 

Shortlisting shall take place following the application stage as detailed within the candidate guidance document.  

Successful external candidates will be required to attend a conversion course training programme.

If you have any questions regarding the process or you are experiencing any difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team via recruitment@hwfire.org.uk before the closing date.

HWFRS values equality of opportunity and developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community.  We encourage everyone who has the necessary skills and experience to apply.

Safeguarding

Hereford & Worcester 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 and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

HEREFORD & WORCESTER FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE (HWFRS)

Wholetime Watch Commander

Salary:           Watch Commander in line with NJC Grey Book pay scales

Location:      Various locations across the HWFRS boundary

Contract:      Full time, permanent plus pension and benefits

Applications Open: Monday 6th January 2025

Closing date: Monday 27th January 2025 at 12:00 noon (midday)

Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is pleased to invite applications for the role of Watch Commander. HWFRS is a forward thinking and dynamic organisation looking for talented, positive and inspirational individuals to join our team across locations stretching east to west from the Cotswolds to the mid-Wales border, and from the Wyre Forest National Nature Reserve in the north, to the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in the south – with the Malvern Hills AONB right at the heart of the two counties.

Our stations are crewed by a mix of Wholetime and On-Call Firefighters, supported by Fire Control staff and Support Staff.  We attend just over 6,500 incidents each year – more than 125 incidents every week – including property and countryside fires, RTCs and water and animal rescues, sometimes assisted by our USAR colleagues.

Eligibility to apply

In order to apply, you must meet the following criteria at the point of application:

• Be a competent UK Local Authority Wholetime or On Call Crew Commander (or role above)
• Be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions
• Have had an appraisal in the last 12 months
• Not have any live formal disciplinary sanctions
• Not be in a formal capability process
• Be medically fit to undertake the role (current fitness test and 3 yearly medical)

Positions are available in a variety of functional and station based roles with a variety of duty systems on offer.  Duty systems include the 7 day Flexi-Time System (42 Hour Day Duty), 12-Hour Day Duty System, and Wholetime 224 Duty System.

Please see the Watch Commander job description and person specification for further information about the role. Please note, this role is subject to an enhanced level DBS check.

Please see the Watch Commander job description and person specification for further information about the role. The majority of vacancies will be station based Watch Commander A roles. There may however be a limited number of department based Watch Commander B roles, which would be discussed with successful applicants at the culmination of the process.

Selection process

The selection process will be as follows:

• Online application form
• Case Study assessment
• Role play assessment
• Interview
• Incident Command assessment (where appropriate)
• Fitness test
• Medical assessment
• Pre-employment checks 

Shortlisting shall take place following the application stage as detailed within the candidate guidance document.  

Successful external candidates will be required to attend a conversion course training programme.

If you have any questions regarding the process or you are experiencing any difficulties with your application, please contact the HR Support team via recruitment@hwfire.org.uk before the closing date.

HWFRS values equality of opportunity and developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community.  We encourage everyone who has the necessary skills and experience to apply.

Safeguarding

Hereford & Worcester 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 and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

What do you think that it takes to be a firefighter for North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service?

Do you have…

Do you have physical and mental fortitude?

Excellent communication skills?

Are you…

Calm under pressure?

Team player?

Can you collaborate and educate?

Do you want a career where you make a real difference to people’s lives?

If so, have you ever thought about becoming a Firefighter? 

We are looking for people who can think on their feet, communicate their ideas, and take the lead in putting those ideas into action. People who are caring and compassionate and who want to make a real difference to people. You’ll need to remain calm in a crisis, work well in a team and be able to adapt to changing situations.

No two days are the same, one day you may be called out to an incident, and the next visiting schools and inspiring the next generation. Being a firefighter is so much more than fighting fires and you will play a huge role in educating the local community on fire safety and prevention methods.

What do we need from you?

• You’ll need to be 18 years of age or over at the commencement of training.
• You’ll need to pass our fitness tests.
• You’ll need to care about the community that you’re keeping safe.
• You’ll need integrity and be able to support others.
• You’ll need to be committed to maintaining and developing new skills.

Do you have what it takes to be part of our team?

Our Wholetime Firefighters are passionate and committed to preventing incidents and protecting people, and we are looking for more individuals to join us in our mission in helping our communities be safe and feel safe.

We’ll give you the training; the trust and the personal development to expand your career within the Service. Starting a career in the Fire service can be one of the best things you’ll ever do, and with it brings job satisfaction in knowing you are making a real difference in your community, improving fire safety, and ultimately saving lives.

Become a firefighter with North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, help to keep North Yorkshire safe and be part of a team that really makes a difference.

Want to learn more?

We are hosting a number of face to face and online events for you to learn more about NYFRS, the role, training and recruitment process. Please register via our website.

Key dates

• Advert Opens – January 6th 2025
• Closing date for applications – 9am Monday 3rd February 2025
• Online assessments – w/c 10th February and w/c 17th February 2025
• Practical assessments – March 2025 –  April 2025
• Strength Based Interview Assessments – May 2025
• Start Date – September 2025 – Training Course – 13 week residential.

Additional Information

Salary: Trainee Firefighter £28,265, Development £29,442 and Competent £37,675

Postings: Please be aware that if you are successful in the process you may be posted to any of our shift or day crewed fire stations depending where we have vacancies.  Our fire stations – North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service

Postings for specific Stations will be offered after your successful interview, approximately 6-8 weeks prior to the course. You will have the opportunity to request your preferred Station Posting, we can’t guarantee we’ll be able to offer you your first choice.

Training Course: Wholetime recruits course runs over a 13-week period. This is a residential course at our NYFRS Training Centre in Easingwold. Ensuite bedrooms are provided and there is also an On-site Gym and Canteen. Candidates are expected to be onsite Monday to Friday – weekends you can return home.

Eligibility

Driving License: All applicants must have a Full UK Driving License.
Swimming Ability: Applicants should be able to swim 100m unaided and tread water for 30 seconds.

Positive Action and Reasonable Adjustments

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to the principles of fairness and equality, all applications will be treated in a fair and equal manner. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support submitting your application form, please contact us.

DBS/vetting

Checks will be required for anyone new to Service or transferring from another Service.