Administration Assistant

The purpose of this role is to provide administrative support to Fire Stations across the unitary area by establishing systems and processes that aid the activities of operational crews and Fire Prevention and Protection teams in achieving their objectives. Additionally, the post holder will support the Administration Manager.

Responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining the ordering of goods and services for the Admin Hub office, Stations, Station personnel, and the Protection & Prevention Department to ensure efficient service delivery. You will also track outstanding items on the ordering system, ensure the effective recording of order receipts, plan and coordinate meetings, take actions/minutes as required, and maintain accurate and timely records of proceedings, arranging follow-up actions as necessary.

Requirements of the role include: 

• Educated to at least BTEC Higher, NVQ Level 3 Business Administration or equivalent with a good level of literacy and numeracy

• Knowledge and experience of IT systems, data bases, software including networking and spreadsheets e.g. Microsoft Office suite of applications

• Ability to work under pressure and work on own initiative

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to plan and prioritise own workload

• Ability to build personal relationships and work well as a team

To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the above requirements of the role while considering the essential criteria listed on the attached job description.

CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on-site gym.

Further information, a full job description and application form can be found below, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Job description

General information

Application guidance notes

Application form

Please ensure you read the Application guidance notes before completing your application.

Please return completed application forms via email to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please quote job reference 62/25/AA on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Midday on Monday 10 March 2025

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Applications for job share working will be considered for this post.

Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.