Professional Standards Investigator

Are you an experienced investigator seeking a new challenge?

About Us:

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us? Find out more about us and our values at www.bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This why we support flexible and hybrid working.

About the Role:

The role includes:

–          Carrying out discipline, grievance and bullying and harassment investigations in accordance with the relevant Service policies and procedures.

–          Planning, preparing and carrying out interviews and taking witness statements with relevant parties, and generating further lines of enquiry where required.

–          Developing and delivering training to individuals or groups of employees/managers to help with awareness and understanding of appropriate Service procedures.

About You:

We are looking for someone who has:

–          Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

–          Confidence when presenting to different audience levels

–          The ability to transform complex information and legislation into Service Policies and Procedures

Experience and Qualifications Required:

Experience:

•         In-depth experience of conducting formal disciplinary investigations including best practice interview techniques and producing investigation reports.

•         Experience of presenting at formal disciplinary hearings and meetings

•         A good knowledge of Employment Law, Human Resources and Employee Relations best practice.

Qualifications:

•         Level 2 Professionalising Investigations Programme, Level 2 (or equivalent)

•         Degree level qualification or above in a relevant subject

The Package:

•         Permanent Contract

•         22-hour week (Monday through Friday)

•         £23,578 – £24,223 a year (pro-rata)

•         Local Government Pension Scheme

•         Good annual leave entitlement

•         Employee benefits

•         Employee Assistance Programme

•         Occupational Health

•         Onsite gym facilities

How to Apply:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome. If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

Everyone who works with us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact HR@bucksfire.gov.uk.

For further information about the role please review the job description. (Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password).

Abatement and Protected Pension:

If are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority you are required to notify Human Resources as Abatement Rules may apply.

Closing date: 24th November 2024 at midnight

Transfer Opportunities for Wholetime Competent Firefighters.

Opportunities have arisen for substantive, competent wholetime Firefighters, to join one of the country’s leading metropolitan fire and rescue services, serving more than two million people spread over almost 800 square miles.

We are an organisation where everyone is encouraged, trusted, and supported to play their part in promoting safety and wellbeing across all communities in West Yorkshire. We are looking for candidates who are committed to our vision of making West Yorkshire safer and who demonstrate the values of team, responsibility, integrity, communication and learn.

WYFRS are an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities.

About the roles

·       Firefighter roles are available to work on our Shift Duty 0800-1900hrs (2-2-4) and Day Crewing shift pattern stations.

Those eligible to apply must: 

·       Be a Wholetime Firefighter in a UK Fire and Rescue Service.

·       Have been deemed competent in role.

·       Have no current/outstanding development action plans, performance improvement action.

·       No development plans or capability issues related to competency.

·       Be free of current formal disciplinary awards throughout the entire process.

·       Have a full UK driving licence.

·       Be willing to undertake training to support station specialisms.

·       Be available for all stages of the selection process as detailed in the recruitment timeline.

·       For Day Crewing roles, must, or be willing to reside within a 5 minute “turn in” area of the designated station. (Unless WYFRS accommodation is available).

We offer an excellent package including:

·       Access to an employee assistance programme

·       Training and development opportunities

·       Sports and social clubs

·       Free use of gym.

·       Pay in line with National Terms and conditions (Day Crewing staff receive an average 12% total extra pensionable pay and specialist skills allowances payable for some roles.

·       Relocation assistance up to £7500 (Day Crewing Vacancies only subject to conditions).  

The selection process will comprise of:

Stage 1 – Application Form

Applicants must complete and submit an online application form using the e-recruitment system which will require them to detail how they meet the essential criteria for the role. To apply, please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers. 

Stage2 – Shortlisting

Following the closing date, submitted application forms will be forwarded to the Shortlisting Panel for consideration.

To be shortlisted for the post you will need to demonstrate your ability to meet the requirements of the job by giving clear, concise examples of how you meet each of the following person specification criteria listed in the job description, on the personal statement in your application form.

You will only be shortlisted from the details in the application form if you meet all Essential criteria.  Any incomplete applications received, or applications received after the deadline date will be discounted.

All applicants will be advised via the e-recruitment system whether they have been successfully shortlisted or not. 

Stage 3 – Interview, Operational Skills and Knowledge assessment and Fitness Testing

Applicant will be required to undertake a combination of practical skills and knowledge assessment aligned with national teaching/guidance.

The fitness test will consist of the full 12-minute Chester Walk test.

The interview will be approximately 60 minutes and involve a number of behavioural style questions. 

Stage 5 – Pre-Employment Checks

All offers of employment will be subject to a skills gap analysis, references, medical, Disclosure and Barring and pre-employment checks.  

Recruitment Timeline

Closing date for applications – Midnight 01/12/24
Shortlisting of applications – Commencing 02/12/24
Interview, Skill and Knowledge assessments and Fitness Testing – 9-11th Dec and 16th-17th Dec.
We aim to have successful applicants in role by March 2025.
For further information please contact SM Dan Howorth at:

Daniel.howorth@westyorksfire.gov.uk

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance – Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge.

Lifetime Allowance – Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge.

***this figure is not guaranteed and may drop below the minimum stated. Any additional allowances, such as specialisms, will not be pensionable. 

Fitness Advisor

Job Title: Fitness Advisor 

Contract: Fixed Term Contract – 9 months 

Working Hours: 37 hours per week       

Salary: £32,076 – £34,834 per annum – Grade 6 

Location: Kelvedon Park 

Closing Date: 12th November 2024

This role is a fixed-term opportunity. If the role is extended (or made permanent), the extension or permanent position may be offered to the successful applicant ahead of any further recruitment process.   

The Role 

This is an opportunity to be part of an existing and dynamic, small team of fitness advisers, working within the Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, providing fitness assessment services and health and exercise advice to operational firefighters and support staff. 

You will visit fire Service premises throughout the County to carry out fitness assessments, provide remedial diet and exercise advice, and assist with the delivery of health and fitness education. 

Eligibility 

You will possess a sports science related degree or equivalent and a gym instructor qualification and a current first aid certificate. You should be IT competent and hold a driving licence. You will have experience in giving health and fitness advice. You will also possess good communication skills, enjoy working as part of a team and be available to work regular evenings with a flexi time/time off in lieu system. You will need to be reliable, enthusiastic, highly motivated and be able to motivate others. 

How to apply  

Internal candidates in either the development or resource pool –  

If you meet the essential criteria listed above, you should express an interest for the role by clicking Apply in Cornerstone (recruitment portal). 

Internal candidates who are not in either the development or resource pool –  

You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words detailing how you meet the essential criteria for the role via Cornerstone (recruitment portal). It is important that you provide as much evidence as possible as to how you meet the essential criteria of the person specification as this statement will be used to shortlist your application. Please ensure you have uploaded the supporting statement before clicking Apply. 

External candidates 

You will be required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 750 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria of the Person Specification. You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count must not exceed 750 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.  

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications, or a CV) should you wish. Your additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications). 

Assessment and selection:  

The assessment and selection approach will be:  

Stage 1 

Application & shortlisting (assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria).  

Stage 2 

Presentation and panel interview.  

Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact the Recruitment team on recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk)  

Our Culture and Benefits 

Here at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service we are committed to prioritising and promoting the wellbeing of our employees.  

You can find out more about our benefits at https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits 

Disability Confident 

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

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues. 

Our employee forums and partners include:  

Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men’s Forum, and our Women’s Forum. In addition, we also have a female firefighters operational group.  

Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.  

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk  

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk 

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via www.essex-fire.gov.uk/join-essex-fire 

Safeguarding 

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. 

This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

Development Assurance Adviser (part-time)

Fixed term (up to 30 weeks maternity cover)

Benefits:

Salary:  £16,327 – £18,517 (FTE £32,654 – £37,035) per annum, Grade 4

Hours: Part time, 18.5 hours per week

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

Excellent annual leave allowance of 28 days pro-rated, flexible working, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available 

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Development Assurance Advisor to join the Development Assurance Team for a temporary period, covering maternity leave, of up to 7 months.

About you:

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

You enjoy working with others, have a can-do solution focussed approach to work and are able to build and maintain positive and productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

You will have experience of supporting learning and development activity and be able to influence change and improvement in this field.

Working within the Resourcing and Development team, you will support the professional development of staff with learning, assessment, and assurance activities.

You will be responsible for completing induction and registration of learners along with providing high quality ongoing support to individuals and their line managers across a range of qualifications and our Development and Assessment Pathways (DAPs).

The key focus of this role is:

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

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

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

Application and selection process

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

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.

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

Please see the link to the Job Profile/Person Specification.

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 16:00 hours on 22 November 2024

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will commence on 5 December 2024

Anticipated start date:  January 2024

Please note that 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.

Please view our Applicant Privacy Statement

Our Commitments:

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity.  All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

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 if you choose to opt into the Offer of an Interview Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment.

Please view our Safer Recruitment Statement via this link.

Administrative Assistant (Prevention)

UP TO 6 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Salary: £16,143 per annum rising to £16,972 per annum

Location: Bedford or Luton (Flexible) 

Job reference: REQ000308

Closing date: 5/11/2024

Hours: 25 per week – Monday – Friday (Happy to discuss the working pattern)

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide efficient clerical and administrative support to the Prevention team. You will play a vital role in coordinating and organising Home Fire Safety Visits (HFSVs), ensuring accurate documentation and communication with partner agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

– Record Home Fire Safety Visit activity, referrals, and outcomes, notifying relevant parties of any risks.
– Assist with the co-ordination and, organisation of Home Fire Safety Visits, Safeguarding and Fire Investigation work including managing data for reports.
– Contact residents to assist with their Home Fire Safety Visit referral.
– Provide updates and progress reports to other departments and to write letters to householders and external partners.
– Respond to queries from colleagues, external partners and the public via phone and email.
– To raise purchase orders and process invoices as required.
– Liaise with external organisations to coordinate Community Safety events.
– To update and maintain records within the Home Fire Safety Visit database and contact relevant partner agencies as required.
 

About you

You will:

– Have in depth experience of taking and producing accurate and clear minutes and other documentation for meetings.
– Have demonstrable word processing and data processing experience using Microsoft Office applications, in particular, Word, Excel and Outlook.
– Have the ability to work effectively with minimum supervision, prioritising own workload or as part of a team and make a significant contribution to the attainment of joint goals.
– Be able to exercise strict confidentiality in processing data of a sensitive nature in line with GDPR and data protection principles.
– Be empathetic whilst remaining professional, confidential and impartial.
– Hold GCSE level 4 or equivalent in Maths and English.
– Hold a full driving licence with no pending issues and able to travel throughout the county.
 

Why work with us

We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. We offer the following benefits to support your career whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance. A few of our benefits include:

Hybrid working patterns
Flexi-time scheme including flexible start and finish times, variable lunch breaks and flexi-leave days
Local Government Pension Scheme
Holiday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years’ service and 32 days after 10 years’ service (*pro rata if part time or irregular working pattern)
Free access to onsite gym facilities
Free onsite parking
Instant access to ‘Lifestyle Savings’ platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
Eligible to sign up to ‘Blue Light Card’ with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.
 

Next steps

If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 13 November 2024

This is a public-facing role, and it is essential to have the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English.

This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act.

The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is 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.

Management Accountant

About the role:

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting for a Management Accountant to join the Finance and Procurement team to assist in the delivery of effective and efficient financial accounting services for the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, its partners and other external organisations.

This includes the interpretation of financial regulations and procedures, as well as the provision of financial analysis, advice and guidance which enable the business to deliver its business goals.

 An assessment of risk and consideration of change issues which impact the business is key, together with a proactive approach to ensuring the organisation makes best use of its resources.

The role reports to the Finance Manager who will provide general direction to the post-holder

This is a great opportunity to work for a Public Service provider who invests in the development and wellbeing of employees. We offer flexible working arrangements so our teams can achieve a good work life balance.

The role is being advertised initially as a casual 12-week fixed term contract – but consideration may be available for a permanent role to the right candidate at the end of the fixed term 

About you:

We particularly need someone who is immediately available.

We are seeking a motivated and engaging individual who can communicate effectively with a diverse range of people, explaining and delivering sometimes complex information in a clear and logical manner. You must be able to plan and prioritise work and be able to work effectively both individually and as part of a team.

Specifically, we are seeking an individual who has a University Degree related to Finance and is either Part Qualified (CCAB approved) or AAT qualified (with relevant CPD), with relevant experience (or the equivalent)

The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables) is:

  • To produce financial plans and budgets and maintain, monitor & report on allocated areas of responsibility within the Service
  • Contribute to the financial management of the Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service’s revenue and capital budgets.
  • Responsible for liaison with cost centre managers of all Directorates, internal and external auditors, contractors and suppliers of financial services members and other department
  • To provide financial advice and information as required to Government Departments, external auditors and external bodies, partnerships, Fire Authority members and officers within the Service.
  • To undertake monthly balance sheet reconciliations as directed.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

  • Competent in Microsoft Office Applications, accountancy systems and good written and oral communications
  • Working to tight deadlines and prioritising workloads
  • Setting and monitoring substantial revenue budgets and forecasts within a challenging financial environment
  • Ability to translate complex policy issues into financial reality and explain to non-Finance staff.

Application and selection process

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

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.

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

Please see the link to the Job Profile/Person Specification.

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy.   

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on 11 November 2024

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will commence from 12 November 2024.

Anticipated start date: ASAP

Please note that 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.

Please view our privacy notice via this link Applicant Privacy Statement

Our Commitments:

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity.  All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas. 

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

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 if you choose to opt into the Offer of an Interview Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment.

Please view our Safer Recruitment Statement via this link.

Fire Care Advisor

Job Summary

Job Role Title:  Fire Care Advisor

Salary:  Grade D £13.69 – £15.08 + £500 retaining fee annually

Contract Type:  Zero-hour contract

Working Pattern: Various

Number of hours per week: 0 hour contract – Various

Job Share: No

Opening: 30 October 2024

Closing date:  23:59 13 November 2024

Job Advert 

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service is looking for a Fire Care Advisor to work across Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland in this exciting and challenging role. You will be a key member of the Safeguarding Team.

The Safeguarding Team receives referrals to work with children and young people involved in fire-setting behaviours, aiming to prevent deliberate fire-setting. We offer education on fire safety, equipping children, young people, and their families with the necessary skills and knowledge.

The successful candidate will work zero hours contact primarily Monday – Friday but may include some weekends when needed depending on the incoming referrals. There is flexibility in the role and hours worked once training is completed. The Fire Care Advisor will receive an annual retainer of £500.00 paid in 12 equal monthly payments.

You will regularly be visiting locations across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland where travel expenses will be reimbursed.

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.

Interview and test date: W/C 25.11.2024

Job Objectives

The role will involve working with children and young people in a variety of settings where you will be able to provide one to one support and education about fire prevention. You will need to be flexible, respond positively to challenging young people, as well as manage your own time to plan and deliver Fire care sessions. You will be required to write clear and concise reports and liaise with other agencies such as Social Services and the Youth Offending Team.

Skills Required

The successful candidate will have experience of working with children and young people in a confident and patient manner. You will have excellent interpersonal skills to engage with their families and will also need to develop strong working relationships with the Safeguarding Team and external partners. This is a rewarding role where you will be directly impacting and making a difference to a young person’s life. No two referrals will be the same.

Full Fire Care training will be provided, and the successful candidate will need to commit to 5 days of training. Dates to be confirmed.

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
• Asians in the Fire Service Association

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.

Vehicle Technician

Due to internal promotion, we are looking for a Vehicle Technician to join our team at the Bowerhill Workshop in Melksham, Wiltshire.

The Bowerhill Workshop are a small hardworking team that deliver an essential service to the Wiltshire Fire Stations and Devizes Training Centre.

The Workshop supports Fire Stations with Fleet and Equipment from Salisbury up to Cricklade with the occasional requirement to provide support in the Dorset area.

In the role of Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles and associated operational equipment, such as fire appliances and specialist rescue equipment ensuring all work is completed to the required standard.

Specialist training will be provided for the successful applicant such as Scania FBT one, two and three, Rosenbauer maintainers course and Godiva pump repair training. Some of these courses are outside the Service area and therefore you may be required to stay overnight.

You will play a significant role in ensuring compliance is maintained in relation to the legislative, regulatory and best practice standard of work that is carried out within the Workshop.

For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the Job Description and Person Specification.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits and strive to ensure that staff are valued and rewarded. For example, we offer a flexi time scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, a generous annual leave allowance, a variety of family friendly schemes and health & well-being services.
Other Information:

You must have a full current driving licence and be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the role. Use of your own vehicle will be required.

A Service vehicle will be available for daily maintenance duties and out of hours breakdowns. Please note Service vehicles are manual transmission only.

There is a requirement to have a Category C licence for this role however if you do not currently hold this type of licence we would still encourage you to apply and we can consider putting the successful applicant through a course.

You must be willing to participate in the emergency out of hours scheme providing support during the evenings and weekends one week a month for which the appropriate remuneration will be paid.

You must meet all the essential requirements for the role as listed in the Person Specification.

A Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) clearance will be undertaken on the successful individual prior to offer of employment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to full pre-employment checks which include identity checks, right to work in the UK, medical and receipt of satisfactory references, and an explanation of any gaps in employment in the last 3 years.

Upon appointment you will be required to adhere to the requirements of a Health Surveillance Programme and attend an Occupational health appointment for baseline readings.

Research & Insight Analyst – NFCC

Department: Analysis & Insight
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £27,200 – £32,000
Location: Home Based (UK wide travel as required)
Reports To: Research & Insight Manager

As a Research and Insight Analyst at the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), you will be a key member of the Analysis and Insights (A&I) team, dedicated to empowering the NFCC and UK Fire and Rescue Services with actionable insights that drive informed decision-making. You will work collaboratively with a team of research and data analysis professionals to support the team’s objectives and contribute to the wider goals of the NFCC.

Your role will involve using your skills to deliver valuable insights through effective information gathering, detailed analysis, and comprehensive reporting. You will work on both routine and ad-hoc projects, supporting the team in responding to major events within the fire and rescue sector.

Key responsibilities of a Research & Insight Analyst:

Following the processes and policies set out in the A&I team’s terms of reference document, to ensure high quality, consistent approaches to all work.

Designing and executing information gathering exercises, ensuring that they are clear, easy to understand and will yield the information required to produce the identified output.

Information gathering methods primarily include designing online survey tools and question sets but can also include workshops, interviews and focus groups.

Ensuring the validation and quality assurance of any information gathered to ensure that all insights gathered are accurate and statistically significant.

Interpreting findings and drawing meaningful conclusions using quantitative and qualitative analysis techniques.

Producing clear, concise and well-structured outputs, utilising visualisations to enhance understanding and engagement when presenting to stakeholders. These outputs could be developed using MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, PowerBI or similar.

Ensuring the Strategic Improvement Model (SIM) is kept up to date by reviewing and analysing reports about UK FRSs (from the inspectorate (HMICFRS), major inquiry reports, independently commissioned reports and other sources.

Supporting the work of the NFCC Organisational Learning team and ACER (Academic, Collaboration, Evaluation and Research) Group

Familiarity with research methodologies and outputs, such as literature reviews, and using them to identify trends, gaps, and best practices

Assisting as required when the A&I team is commissioned to support work related to major events or incidents

Assisting as required with team administrative duties

The successful candidate will have:

Experience working as a research analyst, or equivalent

Excellent qualitative research skills, including survey question design, and thematic analysis.

Excellent presentation skills with the ability to design and develop engaging outputs

Good numerical skills with the ability to spot trends and anomalies

Good MS Excel skills (including Pivot tables and charts, complex formatting and formulas)

Good communication and interpersonal skills to be able work within a team working solely from home

Some experience of data visualisation tools such as PowerBI would be beneficial

Experience working with academia and/or on academic research would be beneficial

The Selection Process

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that makes you excited; please have a look at the Job description on the NFCC Website and apply.

How to apply:

Please complete the application form linked from the ‘apply now’ button below. 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: 24 November 2024 with interviews week commencing 9 December 2024.

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 

Hydrant and Extinguisher Technician

Hydrant and Extinguisher Technician
Grade 7
SALARY: From £27,803 – £28,770 per annum
Permanent Vacancy
37 hours per week
Post Number: 502234
 
We are seeking an individual to join our Hydrant & Extinguisher Team based at Fire Service Headquarters, Forest View Business Park, Llantrisant, CF72 8LX.
 
Under the direction of the Extinguisher and Hydrant Team Manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for:
The maintenance and recharging of fire extinguishers within the organisation and supplying extinguishers to fire stations when required at short notice.
Inspecting and maintaining adopted fire hydrants within the service area as part of a rolling inspection programme.
 
Notes:
Welsh language skills are desirable for this post.
This role involves frequent travel between sites throughout the South Wales area. The successful candidate must be able to travel independently using Service transport. A driving licence check will be conducted.
 
The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check and be required to undertake a Drug and Alcohol Test prior to an appointment being made.
 
Applications are invited from candidates with suitable experience as outlined in the Person Specification.  Please note that this is a highly competitive process and only those who have fully demonstrated evidence against all the essential criteria on the person specification will go forward to the Selection Process.  Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential for this post.
 
The closing date for receipt of applications is 12:00 midday 15/11/2024.
 
Application Forms should be completed online though our e-recruitment system, which can be accessed via our website: https://www.southwales-fire.gov.uk/working-with-us/latest-vacancies/. If a paper version is required, please email: personnel@southwales-fire.gov.uk
 
All internal applicants applying should apply via their portal, selecting ”Current Vacancies” from the left- hand tab.  The e-recruitment system will notify all applicants of results via email address provided at application.
 
All documentation is available in both Welsh and English, and we welcome communication in either language. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably. Candidates successful at the Shortlisting stage will be given the opportunity to confirm their language preference for interviews and assessments (including paperwork, verbal introductions, and interview questions).  Arrangements will be confirmed following invitation to interview and may include Translation and/or Simultaneous Translation.
 
SWFRS believes in the real value of having a diverse workforce and we proactively want to encourage applicants from all sectors of our community to apply.