An opportunity has arisen within our Resilience Planning & Contingencies section for a Emergency Planning Assistant, based at our Headquarters in Sheffield with elements of agile working available.

The overall purpose of the role will be to support the Resilience Planning & Contingencies department in all aspects of emergency planning, business continuity, and Local Resilience Forum workstreams. As the Emergency Planning Assistant, you will support South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue to meet its duties under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004.

To be considered for this role you will have an awareness of emergency planning but previous experience of working in emergency planning, business continuity, or related fields is desirable and not essential. You must be highly motivated and committed to achieving team objectives, you will hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

The key duties will include assisting in the administration and coordination of new/existing emergency plans, facilitating internal and external consultation processes, and supporting the planning and delivery of exercises.

For more information about the role contact Liz Bramley on 07824 528983.

On top of the salary advertised, you will be able to access a range of other benefits including an excellent pension scheme, free gym access, and an Employee Assistance Program that offers 24/7 support with a range of issues from finance to mental health. We also offer flexible working hours and the option of agile working.

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 12:00 hours on 20 November 2025.

Interviews will be held week commencing 1 December 2025.

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.

Most of our corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year.

All eligible corporate staff are auto-enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Further information on the scheme, and additional benefits, can be found on the LGPS website.

Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union.

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 a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.

South Yorkshire Fire & 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.

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