Inter Service Firefighter (Competent) Transfers

£37,675 per annum

About the role

Applications are now invited for competent Firefighters to apply for an inter service transfer as we have several vacancies across Service Delivery.

We are seeking high calibre candidates, therefore if you champion original thinking, are able to promote excellence, drive positive and sustainable change and demonstrate strong values in regard to equality and inclusion, then we would like to hear from you.

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As a competent Firefighter you will:

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

·         Have been deemed competent in role

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

·         Be free of current formal disciplinary investigations or action throughout the entire process

·         Have no current fitness restrictions

·         Have a full UK driving licence

·         Be willing to undertake training to support station specialisms, including EFAD driving

·         Be prepared to be based in any of the Wholetime stations across Tyne and Wear

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

·         Prepared to undertake an enhanced DBS check and at least 3 years employment referencing.

The Selection Process

This is a multi-stage assessment process; successful candidates will be progressed to subsequent stages; all candidates will be notified of their outcomes via email following participation in a given assessment stage.

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline
Advert closes – 31st October 2024 at 12:00 noon

Notification of shortlist – 8th November 2024
Practical Assessments – W/C 18th November 2024
Interviews – W/C 18th November 2024
Medicals – December 2024
Appointment & Contract Issue – January 2025
Two Week Familiarisation Course – February 2025
Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Firefighter Eligibility Criteria

You will be a substantive and competent Wholetime Firefighter in a Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service.

Competence will be evidenced against the UKFRS National Occupational Standards (NOS).

We are particularly interested in Firefighters who hold a Class C Driving Licence (LGV) and EFAD; however, this is not essential.

Please note that all applicants will be required to provide evidence of being competent in role. Copies of your training records will be requested from your current FRS.

About the Selection Process

The submission of an application form and 500 word supporting statement detailing skills, attributes and why you are interested in joining TWFRS will form the first stage of the selection process. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email throughout the process.

Please submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on 31st October 2024

Further information about our Service can be found by visiting www.twfire.gov.uk and our various social media channels.

For further information about the role, please contact a member of the recruitment team via email at recruitment@twfire.gov.uk or Group Manager Ian Irving via email at ian.irving@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an enhanced DBS check, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.

As a Service we strive for excellence by recruiting the right individual with the right skills, ability and knowledge, this will ensure our continued success. Our Service values are:

·         We value Service to the community

·         We value all of our employees by practising and promoting

·         We value improvement at all levels of the service

·         We value diversity in the Service and community

As part of your ongoing development with the Service you will engage in a continuous programme based around practical and theoretical training to ensure you have the knowledge, skills and understanding to perform your role safely and effectively. Our Service Training Centre offers an exceptionally high level of training and development using state of the art equipment and facilities.  We also offer a range of staff benefits and run an active sports and welfare section.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

Our facilities

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters is located in a purpose-built premises based in Washington, within easy reach of the A1 and A19. On site facilities include a staff gym, ample free parking and canteen facilities.

Inter Service Firefighter (Competent) Transfers

£37,675 per annum

About the role

Applications are now invited for competent Firefighters to apply for an inter service transfer as we have several vacancies across Service Delivery.

We are seeking high calibre candidates, therefore if you champion original thinking, are able to promote excellence, drive positive and sustainable change and demonstrate strong values in regard to equality and inclusion, then we would like to hear from you.

The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As a competent Firefighter you will:

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

·         Have been deemed competent in role

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

·         Be free of current formal disciplinary investigations or action throughout the entire process

·         Have no current fitness restrictions

·         Have a full UK driving licence

·         Be willing to undertake training to support station specialisms, including EFAD driving

·         Be prepared to be based in any of the Wholetime stations across Tyne and Wear

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

·         Prepared to undertake an enhanced DBS check and at least 3 years employment referencing.

The Selection Process

This is a multi-stage assessment process; successful candidates will be progressed to subsequent stages; all candidates will be notified of their outcomes via email following participation in a given assessment stage.

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline
Advert closes – 31st October 2024 at 12:00 noon
Notification of shortlist – 8th November 2024
Practical Assessments – W/C 18th November 2024
Interviews – W/C 18th November 2024
Medicals – December 2024
Appointment & Contract Issue – January 2025
Two Week Familiarisation Course –  February 2025
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Firefighter Eligibility Criteria

You will be a substantive and competent Wholetime Firefighter in a Local Authority Fire and Rescue Service.

Competence will be evidenced against the UKFRS National Occupational Standards (NOS).

We are particularly interested in Firefighters who hold a Class C Driving Licence (LGV) and EFAD; however, this is not essential.

Please note that all applicants will be required to provide evidence of being competent in role. Copies of your training records will be requested from your current FRS.

About the Selection Process

The submission of an application form and 500 word supporting statement detailing skills, attributes and why you are interested in joining TWFRS will form the first stage of the selection process. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email throughout the process.

Please submit your supporting statement and equal opportunities monitoring form by no later than 12 noon on 31st October 2024

Further information about our Service can be found by visiting www.twfire.gov.uk and our various social media channels.

For further information about the role, please contact a member of the recruitment team via email on recruitment@twfire.gov.uk  or Group Manager Ian Irving via email on ian.irving@twfire.gov.uk

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes an enhanced DBS check, completion of an occupational health medical questionnaire and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.

About Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) are one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services for responding and innovation. We pride ourselves in striving to ‘Create the Safest Community’ and our dedicated, and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.

As a Service we strive for excellence by recruiting the right individual with the right skills, ability and knowledge, this will ensure our continued success. Our Service values are:

·         We value Service to the community

·         We value all of our employees by practising and promoting

·         We value improvement at all levels of the service

·         We value diversity in the Service and community

As part of your ongoing development with the Service you will engage in a continuous programme based around practical and theoretical training to ensure you have the knowledge, skills and understanding to perform your role safely and effectively. Our Service Training Centre offers an exceptionally high level of training and development using state of the art equipment and facilities.  We also offer a range of staff benefits and run an active sports and welfare section.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

Our facilities

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters is located in a purpose-built premises based in Washington, within easy reach of the A1 and A19. On site facilities include a staff gym, ample free parking and canteen facilities.

£15,215 – £15,876 (Pro-rata) a year.

Closing Date: 13 October 2024 at Midnight.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at West Ashland Fire Station for a Station Cook to join Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service.

We are a busy and dedicated Fire Station, located not far from the town centre. Our team of Firefighters work tirelessly to protect and serve the community, and we are now seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Station Cook to join our team. As a vital part of our operations, you will be responsible for providing nutritious meals to our brave Firefighters.

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. Our vision is to make Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes one of the safest areas in England in which to live, work, and travel. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?

Click here to read more about our vision and values.

About the Role
Prepare and cook meals for the Fire Station crew, ensuring high-quality and nutritious food.

Plan weekly menus with the watch-based Mess Managers, taking into account dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences of the crews.

Maintain inventory of food and kitchen supplies, placing orders as necessary to ensure a well-stocked kitchen.

Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen area.

Maintain accurate records and accounts for all purchases.

Collaborate with the Station Commander and crews to address any kitchen issues, specific dietary needs or meal preferences.

Occasionally assist with food preparation for special events or functions.

About You
We are looking for someone who is:

Flexible, reliable, and conscientious.
Comfortable working on their own initiative.
Able to plan and execute menus based on dietary requirements and preferences.

Qualifications and Experience
Proven experience as a cook or chef.
Good knowledge and understanding of Food Standard Agency guidelines.

Package:

Permanent contract, 25 hours a week, part time, Local Government Pension Scheme, Good annual leave entitlement, Employee benefits, Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health, Limited onsite parking, Onsite gym facilities.

Anything else you need to know…
This role would be perfect for someone who needs flexible hours to fit around family and home life, or are looking to down-scale hours due to retirement. The wellbeing of our people is really important.

If there are any adaptions or adjustments that we can make to assist you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

For further information about the role, please review the job description, which can be downloaded via the link to the left.

(Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

We are an equal opportunity employer
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.

Station Manager B

(Talent Pool Application Process)

LFRS is looking for talented individuals wishing to be considered for the role of Station Manager within our Service.

Station Managers in LFRS are key to embedding our values of being Professional, Honest and Positive and delivering our purpose of creating Safer People, Safer Places. LFRS is a great place to develop your management skills and knowledge whilst placing our community at the heart of all we do.

Applicants for our 2024 Station Manager Talent Pool process must be committed to developing themselves as managers and will be looking to prepare for future opportunities. We will be recruiting for permanent Station Manager posts throughout a range of departments via a role specific process. Applications will only be accepted from those already within the Station Manager Talent Pool and as such we are now inviting applications to enter our Talent Pool process.

Successful candidates will work the Flexible Duty System (FDS). Officers conditioned to the FDS system must provide a cover base from within the Leicester, Leicestershire, or Rutland area.

Successful candidates will be required to serve at any location in the Service.

Application process

Entry to our Talent Pool is via a two-stage process. Stage one involves a written application form via our recruitment portal. This application is your opportunity to tell us why you would be suitable for a Station Manager role within LFRS. Applications will be scored and if you are successful, you will be invited to progress to stage two which will require attendance for a panel interview and job related tests which includes a presentation and group discussion.

In order to apply for the Station Manager Talent Pool process, you will need to be working within an existing fire authority and be:

·  Working already as a Station Manager and looking to transfer

·  A substantive Watch Manager

·  Incident Command Level 2 qualified or willing to work towards

·  Level 3 Leadership and Management qualification or equivalent practical experience at Watch Manager.

·  Hold a UK full driving licence.

·  Able to show how you meet the competencies required of a Station Manager and how your actions meet the values and behaviours of LFRS

If you are successful at both stages, you will be entered into our Station Manager Talent Pool. Future vacancies at Station Manager level within our Service will be advertised and recruited from this Talent Pool. Individual vacancies across a wide range of operational and support departments will be recruited via a role specific process for which details will be confirmed at the time of advertisement.

Further information is available via our FAQs document covering this process which is available within the supporting documentation on our external website.

To begin your application for our Station Manager Talent Pool process, please visit the recruitment pages of our website by clicking the link below or scrolling down should you be reading this on our career’s portal.

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

Key Dates

·  Opening date for Talent Pool applications: 2nd October 2024

·  Closing date for Talent Pool applications: 16th October 2024

·  Application Sifting: 17th – 31st October  2024

·  Interviews and job-related tests: W/C 11th – 15th November                2024

·  Results provided within 7 days of final applicants Interview.

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

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

·         Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion (ENEI)

·         Workplace Equality Index (WEI)

·         Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme

·         British Sign Language Charter

·         Asians in the Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance

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

Lifetime Allowance

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

Closing Date: 7 October 2024, at Midnight

Scale G: £31,864– £32,322 Per Annum

Are you organised, a great team player, know your way around respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and associated ancillary equipment? If yes, join our team and be part of the Technical department!

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 primary purpose of the role is to ensure that all respiratory protective equipment (RPE), associated ancillary equipment, and other related equipment is tested, repaired, maintained, recorded, and replaced as necessary.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Carrying out the required acceptance tests and quality assurance on all new RPE and any equipment repaired tested or serviced outside the Service
• Maintaining stock levels of spares
• Ensuring all compressed breathing air cylinders in the Service are tested by an approved contractor
• Monitoring the purity of air delivered by breathing air compressors in the Service
• Investigating and reporting on the malfunction of equipment 

About You

We are looking for someone who has excellent interpersonal skills and knows their way around respiratory protective and associated ancillary equipment.

You must be able to:

• Work on your own initiative
• Confidently manage your own work schedule
• Determine solutions to issues and risks identified, and report accordingly
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Maintain strong computer literacy

Experience & Qualifications Required

Essential Requirements –

Experience:

• Experience working in the maintenance environment related to safety critical equipment
• Proven record of managing maintenance schedules and recording results
• Working with RPE (respiratory protective equipment) in an operational or maintenance environment (desirable)
• Experience working with Breathing Apparatus (desirable)

Knowledge:

• An understanding of Health and Safety Legislation as it relates to RPE (desirable)

Qualifications:

• A good general level of educational achievement, as a minimum, GCSE qualifications at C or above / levels 4 -9 (or equivalent) in Maths and English
• A full, valid, UK driving license – as the role will involve travelling across BFRS Service Area
• NVQ L3 Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
• Ability to Portacount test (desirable)

The Package

• Full Time 
• Permanent Contract 
• 37-Hour Week 
• Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Good Annual Leave Entitlement 
• Employee Benefits 
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Occupational Health 
• Onsite Gym Facilities
• Limited On-Site Parking

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)

Apply for the role using the following link: Job profile (webitrent.com)

Abatement & 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.

Post: Building Design Consultation Hub (BDCH) – Team Leader
Salary: £43,736 per annum
Grade: FRS E
Salary range: £43,736 – £52,242 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Application closing date: 4 PM on Thursday 10 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.).

Your chance to make a difference.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead a team focused on promoting improvement in the fire safety design of the built environment within London. The Building Design Consultation Hub (BDCH) is part of the Fire Engineering Group and consults with key stakeholders on the design of buildings and the built environment. BDCH is primarily responsible for responding to Building Regulation Consultation requests, Planning submissions and work supporting the Building Safety Regulator (Gateway 2); reviewing plans, technical drawings and fire strategies etc. Assessing and commenting on the suitability of the proposed designs in relation to current guidance documents/codes of practise and pertinent legislation to ensure sufficient fire safety provisions are provided, thereby making London a safer place.

We are recruiting for a team leader who, in collaboration with the incumbent team leader, will manage a diverse team of BDCH Technicians, Advisors and Administrative staff, all with the drive to influence the built environment within London for the better.

You will need to be flexible, respond positively to change and be prepared for continuous learning and professional development throughout your time in this role. The Regulations governing the fire safety aspects of buildings are evolving and you will need to ensure that you keep up-to-date with developments to maintain expected competence levels.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and organised individual with excellent communication skills, who has a fire safety background/qualification and/or demonstrable knowledge and experience in leading a team of fire safety professionals.

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
Ideally the post holder will hold a minimum Level 4 diploma in fire safety but other relevant qualifications may be considered as part of the initial application process.

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. Fire Safety: Qualifications, knowledge and experience to consider and technically review fire safety design proposals for all premises types to assess their risks and the adequacy of their fire safety arrangements, as well as an understanding of current fire safety legislation and associated guidance and regulations.

2. Quality Assurance: Experience in developing and working with established quality assurance systems, i.e. monitoring of work completed by others to ensure consistency and quality of standards are maintained. Providing associated reporting, feedback, etc.

3. Organisation: Experience of organising, planning and prioritising a team’s workload to meet deadlines and targets to ensure that both routine and unexpected tasks are completed in detail and promptly.

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

Formal Assessment and Interview.

Assessment for this role is due to take place late 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.

Job Title: Head of Professional Standards 
Contract: Permanent (Green Book national terms and conditions) 
Working Hours: 37  
Salary: £72,391 – £78,930 per annum 
Location: Service HQ, Kelvedon Park, Rivenhall, Essex 
Closing Date: 12pm, Monday 14 October 2024 
 
We are open to discuss working arrangements as this will be a hybrid-working role, combining regular attendance at our Headquarters with some home working. Travel around the county of Essex to visit our various sites will be required, and there may be some requirement to visit other organisations outside of Essex from time to time.  
 
The Role 
 
We are committed to our vision of making Essex safer together, for our communities. This newly created role, setting up, establishing, and then leading a Professional Standards function, is critical to that mission.  
 
As our new Head of Professional Standards, your initial focus will be designing and establishing the function as a key part of the service. This will involve working closely with colleagues across the organisation and representative bodies, as well as engaging with the National Fire Chiefs Council, and other services and organisations to ensure that ECFRS learns from others and shares its experience. 
 
You will play a leading, visible role, embedding strong, positive values and behaviours through every level of the Service, and in everything we do. The success of this role will be integral to the maintenance of public confidence in Essex County Fire & Rescue Service (ECFRS), and to us achieving our ambition to become one of the best Fire & Rescue Services in the country.  
 
The role, which will report into the Deputy Chief Fire Officer, will also be responsible for ensuring that appropriate and robust accountability and assurance mechanisms are established in support of this aim, and to facilitate us achieving the highest standards in all that we do. You will report regularly to the Service Leadership Team (SLT) and the Police, Fire, and Crime Commissioner (PFCC). 
 
The successful person: 
 
You be a naturally inclusive leader, who role models the values, positive behaviours, and ethics of a credible and respected public servant. 
 
In addition to the demonstrable ability to establish credibility to design, implement and embed professional standards, governance, or compliance functions, you will have excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to appropriately hold others to account, engage and influence at all levels.  
 
Eligibility  
 
ILM Level 7 Diploma in Leadership and Management, or equivalent gained through in-house programme, or experience in a senior role. 
Level 6 standard of education (e.g. undergraduate degree) or equivalent experience.      
 
If you are an internal candidate, you must have discussed your application with your line manager and confirmed with them there are no outstanding issues of conduct or performance. This will be verified prior to shortlisting. 
 
How to apply  
 
You are requested to submit a CV, along with a statement of no more than 1000 words detailing the relevant skills and experience that make you the ideal candidate for the role.  
 
You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video).  
 
You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications or references) should you wish. Your additional documents may be referred to in shortlisting.  
 
The closing date for applications is 12pm, Monday 14 October 2024.  
 
Assessment and selection:  
  
The assessment and selection approach will be:  
  
Application & shortlisting: 
  
Assessment of your supporting statement will be made against the essential criteria detailed in the person specification. We may also contact you to arrange a short conversation to discuss additional details relating to eligibility and shortlisting for the role at this stage of the process. 
  
Interview & Assessment Centre 
 
Expected activities will include a role specific interview, a presentation, an inclusion discussion and a media activity. 
 
The assessment date is planned to take place in the week commencing 28 October 2024. 
  
Assessments will be made against positive indicators taken from the Core Code of Ethics and the NFCC Leadership Framework.  You can find the NFCC Leadership Framework here: NFCC_Leadership_Framework_Final.pdf (nationalfirechiefs.org.uk), and guidance around the Code of Ethics here:  
Core Code of Ethics England Guidance May 21 V0.pdf (ukfrs.com)  
  
If you require any additional support or adjustments with any stage of our process, please let us know confidentially by submitting this form or by emailing recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk   
 
Should you wish to have an informal discussion with regards to the role, please contact Alia Abu-Hamdan, Executive Support to Moira Bruin, Deputy Chief Fire Officer, in the first instance, so that Alia can schedule the discussion. You can contact Alia on 07971 180622 or by email to alia.hamdan@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 
 
 
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.  
 
 
Disability Confident 
 
We are an equal opportunity, 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. 
 
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Business Analyst

Salary:  £49,498 – £54,706 per annum (pay award pending), Grade 7

Hours: Full time 37 hours per week

Contract: 18-month fixed term contract

Location: Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Excellent annual leave allowance of 30 days, flexible working,

onsite gym, parking facilities and a Local Government Pension Scheme

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).

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.

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About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Analyst to join the Business Information and Systems team within Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS).

As the Business Analyst, you will be responsible for driving standardised ways of working, aligned to RBFRS strategy. You will work at an enterprise level, with the ability to analyse processes, data, and technology, mapping current practices and identifying areas for improvement.

Working collaboratively with all parts of the Service and following best practice Business Analysis standards, e.g. BCS, BABOK/International Institute of Business Analysis, or equivalent, you will use your analytical skillset to aid project scoping, planning, design, and delivery.

About you:

You will champion and adapt industry best practice to meet our specific needs, strengthening the approach to change and growing the business analysis capability within the Service, by proactively promoting business analysis techniques and sharing knowledge with key stakeholders. You’ll help the organisation understand complex problems and provide data and analysis to enable robust decision making and process improvement.

More specifically, you will be assigned to the RBFRS Productivity and Efficiency Programme producing and analysing current processes and data flows. You’ll use this information to identify, implement and evaluate improvements and new ways of working, ensuring robust processes and governance are in place, to maintain accurate data. You’ll then document the Requirements Specification for a future technology solution and support the procurement and delivery processes.

You’ll be inspired to demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile and our Behavioural Competency Framework as attached.

The key focus of this role is:

• Document and analyse current processes and data flows.
• Identify, implement and evaluate improvements and new ways of working, ensuring accurate data is maintained with governance in place.
• Conduct benefits analysis and drive the benefit management process.
• Document the Requirements Specification for the new technology solution.
• Support the procurement process and delivery.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• Professional Business Analysis qualification, e.g. International Diploma in Business Analysis.
• 2+ years’ business analysis experience.
• Process mapping and process improvement.
• Data analysis/experience of working on projects involving data.
• Requirements elicitation techniques.
• A team player who works well with technical and non-technical resources.
• Ability to work independently.
• Has an eye for detail and a natural ability to analyse information.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

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.

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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 Ellie Wilde, Technical Programme Manager at wildee@rbfrs.co.uk to arrange an informal discussion.

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

Closing date for applications is 09:00 hours on 16 October 2024.

It is anticipated that the assessment/interview process will be week commencing 28 October Thursday 5 September 2024

Anticipated start date: Targeting December 2024, but subject to negotiation.

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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