Training and Exercise Development and Delivery Officer -Civil Contingency UnitWould you like to support an innovative civil contingencies organisation delivering strategic resilience exercises to public sector responders?The Staffordshire Civil Contingencies Unit (CCU), based at Stafford Fire Station supports organisations across Staffordshire in preparing for, and responding to Emergencies as defined under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. In addition, we deliver a range of training and exercise functions, all of which are focussed upon promoting skills and knowledge within emergency response setting.This is a unique opportunity for senior managers / executives from key public sector agencies to support our strategic exercise programme. In particular, we are interested in recruiting from Police, Ambulance, Local Authority, Environment Agency and NHS sectors to form an exercise team.The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate experience of representing their sector at a strategic level in emergencies and exercises. A record of participating in the multi-agency response to emergencies and working within a Strategic Coordinating Group is a must, as well as an understanding of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004.The successful candidate will also be able to provide sector-specific input to scenarios, adapting and responding to events within an exercise. Intis anticipated this will be up to 6 days/times a year.Do you want to make a difference in your community? Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service prides itself on the high standard of service it provides and every role has an important part to play in helping keep Staffordshire safe.Every role in Staffordshire Fire and Rescue, including those in the shared service, exists to support the overall aim of achieving a safer and more sustainable community. This can take many forms, including conducting Home Fire Risk Checks, marketing the service to the community, coordinating training, or taking calls in our contact centre.As you can imagine, achieving our overall aim depends on a variety of people with a range of skills, backgrounds, and experiences.Further details of the key tasks, responsibilities can be found within the role profile.Closing date: This vacancy is ongoing In addition to your salary, you will have access to a range of benefits including:Enhanced Annual Leave EntitlementGenerous Pension SchemeAccess to Gyms & Fitness AdvisorFree Parking at Most SitesEnhanced Maternity PackageOccupational HealthWell-being ChampionsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Eye TestsFlexible Working SchemeThe Firefighter CharityCycle SchemeBlue Light CardFlamesaversRewards for rescueSay SoDevelopment ProgrammeTrade UnionsCareer BreaksPhysiotherapyTRiMEmployment NetworkFostering FriendlySafeguarding
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.Please note if you are successful at interview and commence pre-employment checks this will include DBS, please see what this involves and the process via the below link:Positive Action Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve. Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit. We encourage and welcome applications from all underrepresented groups which include: Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, female, people who have a disability, those who are neurodivergent and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.
We use positive action to encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups through targeted step-In support and advice sessions. If you have the skills, experience and values, that here in Staffordshire Fire and Rescue we pride ourselves on, then we would welcome you to apply.
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