FireReach Programme Facilitator

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of FireReach Facilitator, based in Lanarkshire on a 12 month contract. This is a temporary post opportunity working 30 hours per week.

This is a part-time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a job share or flexible working basis would be considered.

The role overview is to facilitate the administration and delivery of the FireReach Programme in North Lanarkshire LSO Area, as part of Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Lanarkshire Youth Engagement Strategy.

Candidates must have experience of working as part of a team, with excellent time management skills and sound communication skills, both written and verbal and must possess organisation and prioritisation skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision. The candidate must be confident when delivering information to a large volume of adults and children as required by the role. The successful candidate must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and also possess a full driving license. Candidates will require to pass an ICAT basic and will be placed onto a series of courses including Fire skills and Fireground supervision courses.

Shift patterns will be based on a Monday – Friday role with core hours, however, there may be a requirement to work flexibly and at weekends as required by the role as per the terms and conditions of support staff.

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.  

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated. 

This post is subject to the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) Scotland Order 2013. The successful candidate will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme and will be required to carry out regulated work with adults and children. 

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.  

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk. 

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.