Do you have a wealth of information governance knowledge?

An opportunity has arisen for you to work in one of the country’s leading fire and rescue services; to become part of a team where everyone plays their part in making West Yorkshire Safer.

You will support the Head of Corporate Services in the development and management of effective and robust Information Governance and Information Management systems and procedures for the Authority.

What we offer: an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly working, 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program, car salary sacrifice scheme.  Job share applicants welcome.

Job Purpose: You will take a lead role in the management of all aspects of Information Governance within the Authority, working within a number of frameworks concerning compliance, information governance, best practice and legislation e.g. West Yorkshire Information Governance Framework, International Information Security standard ISO 27001, HMG Security Policy Framework. You will develop Information Governance policies, procedures and guidance and ensure effective implementation across the Authority.  You will ensure all aspects of the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation requirements are monitored and embedded and support the development of controls across all the Information Governance Framework strands.  You will review and strengthen our Freedom of Information Policy and Data Protection Policy and systems to ensure compliance with legislation.

Essential requirements: You will have considerable experience of working in a relevant information governance related role and experience of developing and advising on Information Governance Policy matters.  You will be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline and have a specialist qualification in information governance related topics or comparable experience.  You will have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of complex legislative information governance issues including the General Data Protection Regulation and a high level of oral and written communication skills.

We are looking for candidates who are committed to our vision of making West Yorkshire safer and who can demonstrate and support our values.  The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, you will need a reliable home internet connection.

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

Closing date for all applications is Sunday 8th September 2024.          

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

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

Northumberland Fire & Rescue Service Fire Control Watch Manager (A) Vacancy – Permanent

We are interested to seek out highly motivated and experienced candidates at competent Crew Manager (Control) levels, as well as inviting applications from existing Watch Managers (Control) from across the fire sector.

We are preparing for potential Watch Manager vacancies within Fire Control. On conclusion of this process a small talent pool will be generated to support our future senior management team retirement profile across the next 18 months.

Northumberland is the northernmost county of England, bordering Cumbria, County Durham, Tyne and Wear and the Scottish Borders with an outstanding North Sea coastline of 103 km and a county of rural natural beauty. The county is steeped in history and heritage and with a population of over 300,000 residents, the council provides a wide range of services across over 5,000 sq. Km, one of the largest counties in England. Northumberland County Council is seeking to appoint to a key post within Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service.

You will be expected to:
Demonstrate exceptional leadership skills aligned to the ‘Leading Others’ elements of the NFCC Leadership Framework. NFCC_Leadership_Framework_Final-1.pdf
Have excellent communication skills and an ability to engage constructively with internal and external stakeholders.
Model our values and behaviours; promoting a culture which embraces collaboration, inclusivity, high performance and wellbeing, and you will strive to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
Manage and lead operational incidents as a Fire Control Manager, within the requirements of Fire Control WM role map and local standard operating procedures.
If you think you would work well within this role and have a desire to make our communities safer, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Our Fire Control Mobilising and Communications Centre is equipped to deal with the receipt of emergency calls and the alerting and dispatching of Fire & Rescue Service resources, based at our Headquarters in West Hartford Community Fire Station. 

The Fire Control is responsible for:
The acceptance of emergency and non-emergency calls from a range of sources.
Mobilising resources in accordance with our CRMP.
Maintaining communication with resources.
Maintaining information on Fire & Rescue Service operational resources and personnel including operational daily staffing.
Liaising with other emergency and non-emergency agencies.
Survival Guidance Advice to callers (Fires and Special Service Calls).
A number of support functions including management of risk data held within mobilising systems, performance management, in-house training provided to control staff.
The Fire Control Watch Manager (A) vacancy is a Permanent Vacancy, working 42 hours, watch based rota system, subject to the NJC Grey Book Conditions of Service. Further details can be found in the accompanying role map.

For further information please see the Job Description in the supporting documents attached to this advert.

If you are interested in this exciting role, we would welcome an informal discussion with you. For an informal discussion about the role please contact:

diane.cairns@northumberland.gov.uk – 07825121488 

joseph.hunter@northumberland.gov.uk – 07966327862

We are offering a salary range of £40,538 to £41,664 depending upon experience.

Post: Governance 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 Wednesday 04 September 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.).

The LFB’s Governance Team is based in the General Counsel’s Department and is responsible for the management of the Brigade’s governance framework. By managing the Brigade’s corporate board structure, the Commissioner and the Deputy Mayor’s decision-making, the team ensures that the Brigade is efficiently and effectively governed.

The team are looking for a Governance Support Officer to join the team. This role would suit someone who is looking to develop their knowledge of governance, is a good team player and has an excellent eye for detail. Candidates should have a ‘completer-finisher’ approach to work, proactively recording tasks and following up actions, and diligently managing and completing workloads. They should have excellent written and IT skills.

The Governance Support Officer will support other members of the team and will be responsible for high profile work such a publishing the London Fire Commissioner’s decisions and will work on projects to support the service provided by the Governance Team.

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 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 of developing or working on policies, procedures and plans to support organisational objectives.

2. Good organisational skills in order to manage workload and prioritise that workload and meet deadlines whilst being multi-task oriented.

3. Excellent interpersonal and team working skills in order to support the Governance team and liaise with, develop, and maintain effective relationships with staff at all levels including the ability to deal effectively with sensitive and confidential information.

4. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency and ensure accuracy to produce high quality output at all times, through the systematic operation of the quality management system.

Please note that we will evaluate and 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.

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.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to stage 2.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place from mid-September 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 LFB
• 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option Absence Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave for staff at this grade)
• Flexible working including job share
• Welfare Scheme
• Use of Brigade Medical Adviser/physios
• Season ticket loans
• Equality Support Groups
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

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.

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

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

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

In the role of Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles and associated operational equipment, such as fire appliances and specialist rescue equipment ensuring all work is completed to the required standards.
Specialist training will be provided for the successful applicant such as Scania FBT one, two and three, Rosenbauer maintainers course and Godiva pump repair training. Some of these courses are outside the Service area and therefore you may be required to stay overnight.

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

If you have any questions or would like to request a visit to the Workshop, then please contact Steve Weston or Paul Rush on the details above.

As a Vehicle Technician in our Assets Department, you will:

Carry out the inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of a wide range of vehicles and associated operational equipment, ensuring all work is completed to the required standard.
Carry out vehicle and stowage modifications including the fabrication of components.
Travel across the whole service area to attend operational incidents, vehicle breakdowns and DWFRS sites as required to provide repair, maintenance, and vehicle recovery.
What makes you our ideal Vehicle Technician:

You will meet the essential requirements for this vacancy as detailed in the Person Specification.
You will have strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload meeting timeframes whilst maintaining accuracy.
You will work well as part of a team and independently.
You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders such as Officers and Suppliers/Manufacturers.
For full details of the role and requirements please have a look at the Job Description and Person Specification.

Job Title: ICT Business Partner

Contract: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Grade 9 – £43,421 – £46,464

Location: Kelvedon Park

Closing Date: 18th August 2024

*We are open to discuss working arrangements including flexibility over hours and location

The Role (Role Profile)

Providing quality effective information technology across our service has never been more important. Our specialist team delivers ICT to frontline and support staff, across 50 stations, as well as at workshops, training centres and offices.

We are committed to enabling our people and transforming our service with technology. It is vital we listen to our colleagues about their needs and inform them about the opportunities. To assist this collaboration and provide the best outcomes, our Business Partners ensure good communication.

What You Will Be Working On

· Working autonomously with Service Managers to improve ways of working and deliver optimal outcomes with technology

· Managing and maintaining a roadmap of required and aspirational ICT activity

· Advising Heads of Department during the creation of business plans to feed into evolving ICT strategy and programmes

· Managing liaison and communication between ICT, services (as our customers) and suppliers to ensure clear understanding and optimal outcomes

· Maintaining a clear view of ICT requirements and aspirations across the organisation, and monitor progress on delivery of these to time/cost/quality/strategic fit

· Facilitating business analysis, measuring efficiency and effectiveness and technical assurance for ICT processes and projects, confirming technology solutions fit with strategic and organisational expectation

· Participating actively in programme and transformation activities, following established governance and control

What Are We Looking For?

We are looking for an ICT Business Partner to join us, directed by the ICT Relationship Manager and in partnership with the ICT Business Partners already in post. Working closely with Heads of Department and service managers, you will build strong effective relationships and provide advice, as well as translating business requirements into the ICT team.

Our digital transformation continues at pace, and we need a confident tech-savvy individual who excels at building collaborative relationships and possesses excellent communication skills. You will play an influential role by explaining technology concepts in plain language, advocating for the organisations’ needs within ICT and presenting a clear view of service requirements, enabling effective capacity management within ICT. You will also be passionate about helping people improve their understanding and capability with ICT, so they can make the most of the tools available to them.

This exciting role requires somebody with an appetite to make a difference and grasp new opportunities. Join in with our passion to enable our people with solutions that assist our Prevention, Protection and Response goals and support the Service’s values.

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

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

Assessment and selection:

The assessment and selection approach will be:

Stage 1

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

Stage 2

Role specific panel interview and presentation

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

Our Culture and Benefits

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

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

Disability Confident

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Accountant, based in Cambuslang on a permanent basis, though flexibility re location will be considered. All posts will be on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week. 
 
This is a full time post, however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share or flexible working basis would be considered.  
 
The successful candidate will be required to contribute to the provision of accountancy services within the Service, specifically within the following areas of responsibility: 
 
– Capital Accounting, 
– Fixed assets, 
– Cash management, 
– General ledger, 
– Year-end accounts. 
 
The postholder will be required to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements is maintained at all times. 
The candidate will be a qualified accountant and be a current member of a recognised accountancy body, e.g. CIPFA, ICAS, ACCA or CIMA. Continuing Professional Development requirements must be followed.  
 
Previous experience of working within a multi-functional Finance Department is required. 
Candidates must have experience of completing year-end accounts. 
A high level of professionalism, consistency and integrity when dealing with people and various situations is required. 
Candidates must be self-motivated and be excellent problem solvers, with excellent analytical and numerical abilities. Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines and be part of a team covering a range of different tasks are also required. 
The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills and be proactive in initiating change where required, with a view to continuously improving current practices. 
Candidates will ideally have public sector knowledge and hold a relevant degree or equivalent. 
 
Candidates who are currently studying towards a professional accountancy qualification will be considered for this post. Minimum requirement will be an HNC or similar in Accountancy or finance related subject. Placement on salary scale will be dependent on exam success to date. Progression through the salary scale will be based on further progress towards qualification, not based on automatic annual increments. Grade 6 will be achieved on successful completion of all exams plus any logbook requirements and acceptance to the relevant accountancy body. 
 
Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.  
 
Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated. 
 
This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate’s will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland. 
 
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.  
 
If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk. 
 
Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment. 

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of ICT Project Manager, based in Scotland (flexible location) for a 12 month secondment. This position is a key role within the SFRS ICT department.  
 
This is a full time post, working 35 hours per week, however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time, job share, or flexible working basis would be considered.  
 
Attached is a full job description for reference. 
 
Should you require any further detail regarding the role, please contact Javier Larios at Javier.Larios@firescotland.gov.uk in advance of the closing date specified above.  
 
The ICT Project Manager’s role is to undertake the project management of major ICT and/or business projects, both within ICT and for customer departments. The Project Manager will work within industry recognised project management methodologies and will provide advice and guidance to customer departments on project management issues.  
 
The role will provide guidance and leadership in projects, develop relationships with the business community to ensure adequate support is provided and apply project management best practices appropriately. The role will cover all aspects of project management including project team development and management, project planning, reporting of progress and exceptions (cost, time, quality etc.) in line with governance procedures, conduct and management of project meetings and proactive management and reporting of project budgets, risks and issues.  
 
A further key aspect of the role is to manage multiple external suppliers to projects and carry out procurement processes in line with the Service’s financial procedures. The Project Manager will also contribute to the development and implementation of ICT strategies, policies and procedures in the project management field and will play a significant role in raising and maintaining a positive profile for ICT within the wider organisation.  
 
Previous experience of 3 years or more delivering multiple highly complex ICT projects across all disciplines of ICT. 
 
Applicants are required to have excellent working knowledge of all ICT functions and a formal qualification in Project Management. Along with strong verbal and written communication skills the successful candidate will have extensive experience in stakeholder and customer management and be able to sit across both ICT and business workstreams. Experience of public sector procurement for high value contracts and supplier management. Track record of delivering projects using both traditional and agile project management methodologies. 
 
Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.  

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review – in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated. 
 
This post is also subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. Therefore, the successful candidate’s will be subject to a Standard Disclosure record check through Disclosure Scotland. 
 
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.  
 
If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk. 
 
Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment. 

An exciting opportunity exists for the right individual to form part of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) as Assistant Chief Officer (ACO).

Suitable applicants will be able to evidence achievement and leadership at a strategic level within a public Fire and Rescue Service and be able to show a clear understanding of the challenges facing the Service as we enter a period of transformation and external challenges.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Officer, you will be responsible for the safe and effective delivery of Services to the communities of Scotland. The role will require you to work collaboratively with Scottish Government, the Board, SLT and other key national and local stakeholders to formulate strategy, policy, guidance and procedures.

You must demonstrate the experience, skills and aptitude to lead, direct and manage areas of the SFRS to ensure it provides high quality, efficient and flexible services of the highest standard whilst making a positive difference to the outcomes of Community and Firefighter safety.

At a time of ongoing change in public services and a challenging financial environment, you will make a significant contribution to formulate and drive forward innovation and improvement strategies to meet SFRS strategic aims and objectives.  You will play a strategic role in leading the continued development of a modern Fire and Rescue Service for the communities of Scotland; leading by example and building on our values of safety, teamwork, respect and innovation.

All ACO roles within SFRS are inter-changeable and designated work functions continue to be subject to the exigencies of the SFRS.

You will provide an operational emergency response as part of the Principal Officer group (Gold Command) including a national response on a locally agreed continuous duty system.  You may be required to attend incidents as the Incident Commander as dictated by the SFRS Incident Command System or as SFRS Gold Commander at Multi-Agency Gold level briefings or meetings at any location throughout Scotland.

Applicants must currently be serving as a competent and substantive Area Commander or above, must either hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant management subject or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience. Applicants are also required to hold a full, valid and current driving license.  The provision of Incident Command leadership is essential, and applicants must currently operate at Incident Command level 3 (or equivalent for external applicants) and have experience of taking command of large scale incidents and operating within a multi-agency setting in order to apply.

The successful applicant will be based at SFRS Headquarters in Cambuslang and must be able to travel extensively across Scotland on a regular basis and the UK when required. These posts shall align to the Brigade Manager Role Map and the Scheme of Conditions of Service (NJC Brigade Manager).

SELECTION PROCESS

To arrange an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Elaine Reside, Executive PA to Chief Officer Designate Stuart Stevens, on 07814 639 582 or  elaine.reside@firescotland.gov.uk.

Full details of the role and the selection process can be found in the recruitment information pack.  To apply, please complete our online application here and upload your CV.

The selection process will include a shortlisting exercise, psychometric assessments and a Selection Centre consisting of an incident command assessment and formal interview. Successful applicants will be subject to security vetting at Security Checked (SC) level prior to appointment.

The SFRS are committed to developing a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We seek to create equal opportunities for all regardless of gender, disability, ethnic background, age, religion/belief or sexual orientation.  The SFRS welcomes applications from any individuals from any of these groups, who meet the essential criteria.  At application stage, we ask that you disclose any disability and outline any special requirements you would like to request during the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

Closing date: 25 August 2024

Location: Home based with UK-wide travel, as required/on occasion

Contract details: Permanent

Salary: £32,300 – £38,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time

Directorate:​ Strategy, Insight & Portfolio

Reporting to: Head of Portfolio and Planning

About the Role:

The Strategy and Policy Team is part of the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Strategy, Insight and Portfolio Directorate.  

The successful candidate will play a key role within the team, which incorporates policy and strategy support across Fire and Rescue Service (FRS) functions.   

The team works on a remote basis, with the occasional requirement to attend meetings or events in London or other locations around the UK on a semi-regular basis.  

The Strategy and Policy Team work closely with subject matter experts, insight analysts, and communications colleagues across NFCC to support and produce government policy advice, positions, and content. Through the timely and clear production of evidence-based advice, our primary objective is to support national policy development, with the aim of improving the safety of the communities FRS serve. 

Key responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will report to the Policy Manager and be responsible for supporting the development of policy advice, positions, and responses to government across a range of topics, with a focus on FRSs’ Prevention activity. Topics could include community fire safety, road safety, water safety, community health, fire investigation etc. As well as providing support to the team’s wider remit, including Response and Protection, with topics including, Regulatory Enforcement and Building Safety. 

The post holder will be part of a team producing national policy products for UK FRSs across all areas of FRS duties and powers.

Responsibilities will include engagement with UK FRSs to ensure that policies and national positions under development enjoy the support of our members and appropriately reflect their views. There will also be a need to engage with officials within the Home Office and other relevant government departments. 

In addition to working with other members of the Strategy and Policy Team, you will also work with technical, communications, data, and governance colleagues from other NFCC teams. 

The post holder may also be involved with the preparation of research reports, impact assessments, cost benefit analysis of policy options, equality impact assessments, and presentation of data where relevant. 

Who we are looking for: 

We are looking for someone with strong writing and analysis skills, with the ability to synthesise large amounts of technical information and translate that into products that are easy for a non-technical audience to grasp.

You will bring a positive approach to being part of a team.  

You will have experience in time management and managing multiple tasks at a time.  

You will need experience of working in a fast-paced and political environment, and of handling high profile issues. 

If this sounds like the kind of opportunity that you would be interested in; please have a look at the Job Description on the NFCC Website and apply. 

How to apply: 

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

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

Closing Date – 8th September 2024. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within ten working days of the closing date. Interviews will include some standard competency based questions and will be accompanied by a written exercise. 

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

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

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