Learning and Development Support

Benefits

Salary: £10,391- £11,910 per annum (FTE £25,979 – £29,777) annum (pay award pending) Grade 3

Hours: Part Time – 14.8 hrs per week (office-based role)

Location – Learning and Development Centre, Whitley Wood, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 25 days (pro-rata), flexible working, onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme are available

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: https://www.rbfrs.co.uk/your-service/about-us/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.

About the role:

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.  Initially this post is for 2 days per week, however we are willing to look at spreading the hours over 3 days and there is a potential for the post to increase hours in the future. 

About you:

We are seeking a motivated and proactive individual for the position of Learning and Development Support.  Working with the Learning and Development team, you will support the delivery and maintenance of operational qualifications across our organisation. You will be supporting the improvements of our operational training provision and the day-to-day support of our operational training team.

Specifically, we are seeking an individual who will be adaptable and willing to learn about the training function and how this supports the effectiveness of our operational response.

The key focus of this role is:

  • To provide effective administrative support to the Learning and Development team, and administer liaison with the Resourcing Development team and external agencies
  • Populate and maintain the Fire Watch system and other training related recording programmes in conjunction with Learning Support. 
  • Be responsible for the administration of training and assessment events in support of the acquisition and maintenance of operational qualifications across the service
  • Assist in recruitment campaigns for new entrant Firefighters and internal promotional processes
  • Undertake financial administration using relevant finance system and check and refer invoices to finance section for payment

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

  • Good interpersonal skills confident to communicate, both written and verbally, to a high standard and engage with audiences in a range of formats
  • Demonstrate written and verbal skills ie invite letters, emails, liaising with employees and external contractors and visitors
  • Computer literate (word, excel, outlook, able to produce letters, send emails
  • Be able to cope with conflicting and complex demands and be able to prioritise
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to develop positive relationships and be confident in communicating effectively with a wide range of people
  • Organisational skills – able to plans ie booking of training venues, organising training instructors
  • General understanding of database work and the importance of accurate data

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.  

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Stuart Ferguson, Station Manager, Learning and Development at fergusons@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 17:00 hour on 24 October 2024

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will run week commencing 4 November 2024

Anticipated start date:  November/December 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.

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Fire Cadets Co-ordinator

Post: Fire Cadets Co-ordinator
Salary: £34,215 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £34,215 – £41,075 per annum
Contract type: Fixed Term until 01/09/2026
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Tuesday 15 October 2024

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

Fire Cadets is a national organisation for young people aged 13-17 delivered by London Fire Brigade at local fire stations across London and is one of London’s newest unformed youth organisations that is expanding fast. It aims to provide young people with a sense of purpose and belonging, great life experiences, self-confidence, effective presentation and communication skills, teamwork opportunities, progression paths, and nationally recognised qualifications.

Following receipt of funding from the Mayor of London, LFB Fire Cadets has completed a large expansion of the provision, enabling us to open a Fire Cadets unit to serve every London Borough. In order to continue to deliver this service to all young people across London, we are now looking for experienced, committed, and dedicated people with a passion for youth engagement to organise and run 3 Fire Cadets units each. Currently, we are recruiting for the Fire Cadets units based in North West and South West London ONLY.

As a Fire Cadets Coordinator (FCC) you will be employed in a supervisory management role and will be responsible for planning and setting up each unit, recruiting of young people and adult volunteers and coordinating the delivery of three Fire Cadets units in London.

Successful candidates will need to be articulate and confident team players who are also self-motivated, enthusiastic and innovative. They must have proven experience in supervising and developing young people and adult volunteers. Most importantly they will need to demonstrate a commitment to ensuring consideration of diversity and inclusion runs through everything they do.

This is very much a hands-on delivery role and there will be regular weekly evening and weekend working. Although you will work a 35-hour week, each Fire Cadets unit runs one evening a week from approximately 6:00pm until 9:00pm during school terms, and therefore you will need to work flexibly and be present before and after each session. The ability to work flexibly and travel is essential, as there may be occasions where you would be expected to provide resilience cover to other units across the city.

role, you will also possess high levels of written and oral communication and teamwork skills. FCCs will be required to build professional relationships with internal staff and external partners, generate funding, deliver lessons and training, organise, and participate in events, work as a team, and help to develop and raise awareness of the LFB Fire Cadets brand.

This is a busy and rewarding role in an exciting time for LFB Fire Cadets – are you ready for it?

The Fixed term contact may be extended and there is potential for the postings to become permanent. In that case, the employee may be assimilated, subject to the conditions in paragraph 16 of the policy number 972 – Recruitment policy – FRS and Control.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Experience of working with young people and community and voluntary sectors.
2. Experience of managing volunteers and their development, training and motivation.
3. A good level of written, oral and presentation communication skills in order to liaise and interact effectively with staff at all levels members of the public and representatives of external organisations, and to prepare correspondence and reports.
4. Ability to support and develop people to achieve personal and organisational objectives.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the stage 2.

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.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in late October / early November 2024. 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.

Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a 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. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check will be undertaken on the successful person before an appointment is confirmed.

Professional Standards Officer

Job Summary

Job Role Title:  Professional Standards Officer

Salary: £38,626 – £42,708 (Grade G)

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time 37 hours per week

Opening Date: 02 October 2024

Closing date:  23:59 01 November 2024

Job Advert

Join Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) as a Professional Standards Officer. This is a unique opportunity to be a key player in upholding fairness and ethics. As a Professional Standards Officer, your expertise will be crucial in conducting thorough and impartial investigations, contributing significantly to the informed decision-making processes of our managerial team and supporting the development of managers. If you’re dedicated to ethical standards, apply now to play a vital role in maintaining our core values.

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 Program
  • 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.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Recruitment Schedule:

Closing date:  23:59 01 November 2024

Interview and test date: w/c 28 October 2024

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.

To apply please go to the below website

Jobs | Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (leics-fire.gov.uk)

Job Objectives

1. Conduct Comprehensive Investigations:

  • Conduct thorough, efficient, and fair investigations on behalf  of LFRS and other authorities as may be required.

Manage the effective and efficient investigation of a variety of casework and to develop terms of reference, investigation plans and investigation methodology.

  • To provide advice and support to managers undertaking investigations.

2. Impartial Reporting:

  • Provide details and impartial reports to support managerial decision making.

3. Collaboration and Communication:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Human Resources and other relevant departments, to ensure a consistent approach to investigations.
  • Communicate effectively with all parties involved, maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
  • Support the development of Officers and employees at all levels.

4.  Continuous Improvement:

  • Proactively identify areas of process improvement within the investigation function and contribute to the development of best practices.

5. Qualifications:

  • Degree level qualification or above in a relevant subject.
  • CIPD Advanced Level Qualification or a Level 2 PIP (Professionalising the Investigation Process) or equivalent / or relevant demonstrable work experience.

Administrative Assistant

An exciting opportunity within the Business Services Department.  This role offers a lot of variety and the opportunity to be part of a forward thinking, innovative team.

Overall purpose of the job:

To accurately produce and maintain manual and computerised records in order to support efficient and effective service delivery.  To receive and process a wide range of queries from members of the public and internal service users.  To utilise a comprehensive range of information and data management systems, to ensure the provision of timely and accurate information to Principal Officers and managers within Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Salary: £22,127 – £22,979

Firefighter Development Operations Support Officer

Post: Firefighter Development Operations Support Officer
Salary: £34,215 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £34,215 – £41,075 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Monday 14 October 2024

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Firefighter Development (FFD) Operations Support Officer to join our FFD Operations Team within the Learning and Professional Development Department. In this role, you will provide comprehensive and efficient administrative support to the FFD Operations Manager and FFD Operations Leads. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that all administrative tasks are handled smoothly, professionally and to set deadlines, contributing to the overall success of our Firefighter Development programs.

Key responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance primarily to the Firefighter Development Operations Team, including actioning tasks required to support the Firefighter Development courses, i.e. ordering workwear, minuting meetings and producing a wide range of documents using Microsoft 365 applications.

• Probation Hearing Coordination: Assist in organising meetings, including preparing the evidence pack, taking minutes, and coordinating follow-up actions.

• Document Management: Photocopy, collate, and dispatch probation hearing papers. Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all documents produced, utilising a range of IT applications to maintain records and track Firefighter Development course information.

• Performance and Self-Management: Plan and organise work to meet both routine and unexpected deadlines. Work with minimal supervision, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a busy environment.

• Data and Confidentiality: Ensure data is managed in accordance with Brigade policy, maintaining confidentiality in line with GDPR and the Data Protection Act. Use Brigade’s IT and communication systems responsibly and in accordance with established policies.

• Professional Representation: Represent the Brigade professionally at all times, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

• Health and Safety: Organise work to minimise risks and maintain a safe and healthy workplace. Ensure compliance with Display Screen Equipment Regulations and other relevant health and safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will be a highly organised and proactive individual with a strong background in administrative support.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Experience of working in an office environment and providing effective and efficient administrative support to senior managers.
2. Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work, meeting deadlines and targets with minimal supervision.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills in order to forge efficient working relationships, both internally and externally.
4. Good keyboard and written communication skills in order to write reports, letters, agenda and minutes which are clear and easy to understand.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the stage 2.

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.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in late October / early November 2024. 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.

Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Sustainability Officer

Post: Sustainability Officer
Salary: £34,215 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £34,215 – £41,075 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Monday 14 October 2024

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

An opportunity has arisen within the LFB in the role of Sustainability Officer.

In this role you will be supporting the Sustainable Development team to deliver on key policies covering sustainability, including Responsible Procurement and the management of environmental compliance. This includes undertaking environmental audits at fire stations and other premises across London, reviewing legislation changes and maintaining compliance registers., producing/collating and analysing information to inform policy and procedure development, performance management and drafting of reports on these areas. Supporting procurers to include Responsible Procurement within contracts to improve the social value gained through our spend and to monitor supplier performance.

You will require experience of collecting and analysing data for inclusion in papers and reports and will need to possess an environmental degree in a relevant environmental subject. Good oral and written communications skills are required to liaise with all levels of a multi- disciplined staff and representatives from outside bodies. You will also require an awareness of responsible procurement application within the public sector and environmental management systems.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

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
Possess an environmental degree in a relevant environmental subject and gained relevant work experience.

Evidence of membership of or studying towards associate level of IEMA is desirable.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Demonstrate an awareness of environmental management systems and environmental tools.
2. Demonstrate an awareness of responsible procurement and relevant and proportionate application within the public sector.
3. Experience of collecting data, maintaining and analysing data for inclusion in papers, reports and projects or presentations.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of environmental legislation and best practice in environmental management.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the stage 2.

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.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in early November 2024. 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
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Technical Assurance Manager

Post: Technical Assurance Manager
Salary: £52,242 per annum
Grade: FRS F
Salary range: £52,242 – £67,836 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Friday 11 October 2024

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the London Fire Brigade for a Technical Assurance Manager to work in the small friendly Technical Service and Support team within the wider Property/TSS department managing the implementation of professional standards and leading the performance management of associated contracts, specifically around respiratory protective equipment.

All vehicles and 50% of equipment are serviced and repaired by Babcock who are an external contractor with a long-term contract with LFB, and the remaining 50% of equipment is managed by our internal operational support centre (OSC), as such the successful candidate will be required to liaise and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to maximise and monitor performance.

As the Technical Assurance Manager, you will be the strategic lead, manage and implement performance mechanisms and processes to ensure LFB get best value from operational assets and equipment. You will lead the implementation of professional standards across the team and align LFB to meet them.

In addition, you will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on contractor / supplier performance and compliance against contractual requirements, legislated obligations, and good industry practice.

Applicants will need to be able to work flexibly and work well as part of a team being adaptable to changing demands.

This role is a full-time role is based at Union Street/Home working and involves occasional travel to any of LFB’s fire stations, Ruislip Workshops and strategic partner locations.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

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.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Possession of an HNC or equivalent or extensive relevant experience in compliance management preferably within ISO accreditation or any other relevant professional standard.
2. Experience of managing professional services in a multi-discipline environment with a good knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance and services maintenance projects.
3. Very good oral and written communication skills to produce technical correspondence and reports and the ability to establish good working relations with officers, clients, and outside organisations at all levels in a multi-disciplinary environment.
4. Good analytical skills to undertake research, analysis information and provide solutions to complex problems.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the stage 2.

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.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in early November 2024. 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
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

Salary:  H £42,403 – £46,464

Contract Type:  Permanent

Working Pattern: Full time

Closing date:  23:59hrs on 10 October 2024

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead based at our service Headquarters in Birstall, Leicestershire.

This brings with it a fantastic opportunity to be innovative, drive improvement and increase awareness across the organisation and within our communities.

The purpose of this role is to ensure the Service is an inclusive employer and delivers services tailored to the needs of the diverse communities it serves, whilst working in partnership with teams across the Service and with external partners to effectively remove barriers for those from under-represented groups.

The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead will report into the HR Manager and will be part of the overarching People and Organisational Development Department.

The role will require the successful applicant to work 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday. You will also be required on occasions to work outside of the usual working hours and have the ability to travel to venues within the service area or across the United Kingdom to facilitate the role. This will include evenings and weekends. Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

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.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role.

Recruitment Schedule:

Closing date:  23:59 10 October 2024

Interview and test date: 18 October 2024

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.

Job Objectives

·   To promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging, raising awareness of the benefits of equality, diversity, and inclusion both in the workplace and in service delivery.

·   To advise and support all managers and key stakeholders including network groups both internally and externally, on relevant legislation and best practice on improving equality, diversity and inclusion.

·  To ensure the Service meets its legislative duties and the expectations outlined within the Fire Service National Framework and Public Sector Equality Duty.

·   To promote and raise awareness of equality, diversity, and inclusion both in the workplace and in service delivery through research, development and the production of relevant policies and procedures.

·  Have responsibility for EDI action plans and ensuring that we are delivering against our commitments.

Skills Required

·  You will have experience of leading, managing and motivating diverse multi-skilled teams delivering effective and accurate materials across a range of communication channels.

·  Be highly organised, with the ability to effectively manage competing and changing demands, with proven experience of working within a fast paced, results orientated organisation, with strong focus on outputs to a high standard to tight timescales, without compromising accuracy

Have good interpersonal skills and the ability to build healthy relationships with people, able to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines, as well as being flexible and adaptable.

Information Governance Officer

Benefits:

Salary: £14,934 – £16,961 – (FTE £37,336 – £42,403) per annum (pay award pending), Grade 5

Hours: Part Time – 14.8 hrs (2 or 3 days) per week (office-based role)

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

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

Other information about our benefits can be found here

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.

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).

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Information Governance Officer to join the Information Governance Department within Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service on a part-time basis.  Initially, this post is for 2 full days, but we are flexible in allowing the hours to be covered over 3 days.  In addition, it is anticipated that the hours could potentially increase over time.

The post holder will be responsible for Data Protection enquiries, Subject Access requests, Data Subject rights requests and complaints, ensuring that confidentiality is maintained in highly sensitive situations within the legal framework, timescales and in line with guidance from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

About you:

We are seeking a highly motivated and engaging individual for the position of Information Governance Officer. You enjoy working with others, have a solution focussed approach to work and have excellent organisation and communication skills. You will be able to work to tight deadlines, communicate effectively and be able to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

We are looking for candidates with experience of working within the statutory requirements of Data Protection, and UKGDPR legislation, and able to apply that knowledge to the staff and departments of RBFRS, and members of the Fire Authority.

You will be an excellent communicator, allowing RBFRs to meet its information governance obligations in respect of data protection, freedom of information, confidentiality code of practice, information sharing, information privacy, data quality, record keeping, corporate records and information systems best practice.

The key focus of this role is:

  • Engages with Heads of Service and their delegates to influence and guide departmental compliance to information governance legislation, monitor and audit standards and promote efficient, effective and secure information management practice across Promote, maintain, develop and deliver staff awareness of Information Governance policies, developing training and awareness programmes to support and implement all aspects of Information Governance within RBFRS.
  • The post-holder will work within the statutory framework set by the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), the Environmental Information Regulations (EIR), the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UKGDPR), the Data Protection Act (DPA 2018), and the Re-use of Public Sector Information Regulations 2015.
  • The post-holder will need to work autonomously to tight deadlines and in challenging situations, e.g. when investigating data security incidents.
  • Responsibility for the management and development of electronic document publication and control systems, ensuring controlled documentation is available and easily accessible across the Service to reduce associated risks and improve efficiency within RBFRS, including the management and preservation of archives.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

  • Able to work to tight deadlines, effectively organise own workload and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
  • Able to use IT software products to develop and maintain projects, carry out in depth data analysis, develop presentation and policy documentation, and produce high quality reports.
  • Excellent analytical, interpretation and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to communicate effectively at all levels establishing personal credibility based on demonstrated abilities, influencing others and being assertive when required.
  • Able to setup new, robust policies and processes and supporting technology and to successfully manage their implementation.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Information Rights Legislation and best practice.

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.

For further details about the role or to simply discuss any adaptations or adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or with our recruitment process please contact Cath Dukes, Information Governance Manager & Data Protection Officer at dukesc@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

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

Closing date for applications is 17:00 hours on 20 October 2024.

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will run week commencing 28 October 2024.

Anticipated start date: December 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.

Administrative Officer (TSS)

Post: Administrative Officer (TSS)
Salary: £34,215 per annum
Grade: FRS C
Salary range: £34,215 – £41,075 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Sunday 13 October 2024

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London’s Fire and Rescue Service – one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.

We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the London Fire Brigade (LFB) for an Administrative Officer to work in the small friendly Technical Service and Support (TSS) team within the wider Property/TSS department which manages Fleet and Equipment for the LFB.

TSS incorporates Contract and Performance, Fleet and the Operational Support Group (OSG).

The Administrative Officer role is varied and you will undertake administrative support for the Deputy Assistant Commissioner for TSS and also for the wider Contract and Performance team, Fleet and OSG.

As the Administrative Officer you will support the Deputy Assistant Commissioner with the day to day management of the wider TSS team supporting on a variety of daily, weekly and monthly tasks/activities. This includes, but is not limited to, email and calendar management, the production of business documents, contract and project support as required and monitoring the TSS department plan.

You will have excellent organisational skills with the ability to work unsupervised and be forward thinking. Good communication skills are essential as you will be required to liaise and work closely with a number of internal and external stakeholders. You will have experience in providing administrative support to other officers and/or senior members of staff and experience of using a range of IT applications together with good keyboard skills and an awareness of how IT applications can be utilised in the context of the role.

Applicants will need to be able to work flexibly and work well as part of a team, whilst being adaptable to changing priorities/demands.

This role is a full-time role is based at Union Street/Home working and involves occasional travel to the Operational Support Centre at Croydon, LFB’s Fire Stations and Ruislip Workshops.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.

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.

Assessment Overview
Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Experience in providing administrative support to other officers and/or senior members of staff.
2. Experience of using a range of IT applications together with good keyboard skills and an awareness of how IT applications can be utilised in the context of the role.
3. Good organisational skills with a methodical approach in order to undertake a range of duties together with an ability to address changing priorities whilst still meeting deadlines.
4. Good oral and written communication skills in order to provide clear, concise and accurate information and to liaise effectively with other staff and representatives of external organisations.

Please note that we will evaluate score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above. The CV is for information purposes only and will not be marked.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the stage 2.

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.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place in early November 2024. 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
Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Flexible working including work from home 60%
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade’s Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loans
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.