Temporary Station Manager - Response North

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board.

Job Description

• Suffolk County Council, Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service
• North District
• Station Manager salary in accordance with NJC pay scales
• Temporary

About Us: Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is seeking a motivated and committed individual to fill a temporary Station Manager vacancy within the Response Department, North District. The position is expected to last up to 3 months initially, subject to monthly review.

Role Overview: As a Station Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective emergency response operations. You'll need to demonstrate strong organisational values aligned with SFRS and Suffolk County Council (SCC).

The temporary vacancy will also include the successful candidate being nominated for an Incident Command Level 2 qualification (if they currently do not hold the qualification)

Flexi rota requirements will be subject to the service need.

Successful candidates with be shortlisted for interview.

Eligibility: Interested candidates eligible for temporary promotion to Station Manager, as outlined in the SFRS Service Progression Document (SPD), are encouraged to apply. If you have any queries about eligibility or the SPD, please consult your line manager or contact the Training, Learning, and Development team at firetrainingdevelopment@suffolk.gov.uk

For more information

For an informal discussion, please contact Aeneas Postlethwaite by calling 07780 780216 or emailing Aeneas.Postlethwaite@suffolk.gov.uk

How to apply

Step 1: Read the advert and Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx)

Step 2: Complete the Supporting Statement template by providing evidence which supports your ability to meet the criteria listed below. These can be taken from all aspects of your work and life experience and are not limited to work within SFRS (no more than 250 words per question):

In your statement, please state your current PDR placement and explain how you are eligible to apply for this position.

1. Describe how you would ensure operational readiness and availability at fire stations. Provide examples of your leadership in maintaining and monitoring standards.
2. Explain how your personal values align with our WeAspire values. Share a specific example from your current role how you have demonstrated this.
3. Describe and give examples of how you have or would monitor and set the service standards ensuring the highest levels of performance. Support the mentoring and development of staff including the identification of training needs in line with service policy.
4. Provide examples of how you would utilise performance management to ensure that Response's key performance measures are being met and maintained.
5. Share your understanding of EDI and how you'd promote fairness and the NFCC Core Code of Ethics in the role of a Station Manager. Provide examples where you have done this.

Step 3: Click 'Apply Now' to start your online application and upload your supporting statement on the final page (without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed).

If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk.

Closing date: 11:30pm, 2 January 2025.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you'll enjoy:

• up to 40 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata)
• membership of a competitive Firefighters' Pension scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• eligibility for a Blue Light card
• a lifetime of support from the Fire Firefighters Charity for you and your loved ones
• family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• access to national training schemes facilitated by the Fire Service College, Women in the Fire Service and the Asian Fire Service Association
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).