HR Assistant - Supporting the Business Partnership Unit

The main purpose of this role is to deliver a comprehensive support service across the People & Development Department.

Duties will cover a wide range of transactional activities including preparation of case materials for HR colleagues, minute taking, assisting with updating corporate materials & polices, coordination of Long Service/Good Conduct medals. You will work in conjunction with the HR Workforce Systems Officer to generate management information and establishment reports as well as answering general queries and provide guidance and support to managers and employees on matters relating to routine HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.

To join our team, it is essential to meet the following criteria:

• Minimum of Maths and English GCSE or equivalent, at grade C/4 or above.

• Experience of working within a busy office environment and evidence of providing excellent customer service

• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach and strong time management/organisational skills.

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and TEAMS.

• Experience of monitoring and maintaining systems and records

• Understanding the importance of dealing with employee related information within a confidential environment.

This is a fast paced environment requiring flexibility and a strong focus on team work, support and prioritisation in order to meet tight deadlines.

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

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 51/24/HR on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 1 January 2025 5pm

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 15 January 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

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

Please note that internal applicants must inform their Head of Department that they are applying for the role before submitting their application.

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.