An opportunity has arisen within the Governance, Projects and Collaboration Team for a Project Support Assistant based at Central Headquarters on Eyre Street, Sheffield.  The team are currently working to an Agile Working rota, with some days in the office and some working from home.

As a Project Support Assistant, you will:

• Assist Project Managers with the preparation of their project documentation.
• Monitor the progress of projects and initiatives, including the collation of progress reports from Project Managers and the preparation of regular programme updates to senior management and Fire and Rescue Authority Members.
• Liaise with Project Managers to identify any issues and problems associated with projects and prompt the preparation of exception reports and other relevant updates.
• Provide advice and guidance to Project Managers on all aspects of the SYFR project management methodology.

You will have previous experience of all aspects of administration work and the provision of a support service, with proven experience of working in an accurate efficient manner to tight deadlines.

You must possess the interpersonal skills to work with staff across the Service, as well have the ability to plan, prioritise and organise to deadlines.  You will need to be confident to work with others in the team to support good project management.

For more information about the role contact Kayleigh Storer on 07748 181864 or Judy Horsburgh on 07721 820058.

An application form for the role can be found here or by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@syfire.gov.uk.

Closing date for applications is 17:00 Hours on Friday 10 May 2024. 

Interviews are proposed for week commencing Monday 20 May 2024.

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis. We offer 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays.  Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days.  We also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Other benefits include; a cycle 2 work scheme, a free on site gym, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. We believe that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check or Enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB) if applicable.

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People.  All staff are expected to share this commitment.

If you require any of our recruitment documents in larger print please contact our recruitment team as above.