Job Description
Fire Cadet Unit Leader x2
Grade 6 £2,099 - £2,301
3 hours per week, Term Time only
Any work completed outside of the normal hours will be paid for example extra planning hours, attending ceremonial or similar visits.
Based in Knowsley (location to be confirmed)
12 month Fixed Term contract
The main aspect of this role is to plan, manage and deliver the objectives of the Fire Cadet programme and to supervise and support Fire Cadets & Volunteer Instructors.
Other duties include ensuring full compliance with the Fire Cadet Policy and National Fire Cadet Framework; plan and manage the delivery of relevant qualifications and the associated administration and undertake risk assessments together with the monitoring of all health and safety matters.
Applicants must have experience of working within communities in Merseyside and be willing to engage and make a difference to children & young people lives. A knowledge of legislation regarding health and safety and safeguarding would be advantageous in this role.
Within the application form, please detail why you wish to apply for the role and what skills / experience you can bring to the role.
A Person Specification will be provided to candidates who are invited to interview to help them prepare.
Application closing date: Midnight Sunday 30th April 2023
Interview date: To be confirmed
Pension Considerations
Annual Allowance
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (YPS for Firefighter pension(s) and Merseyside pension Fund for LGPS).
Lifetime Allowance
Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (YPS for Firefighter pension(s) and Merseyside pension Fund for LGPS).
Temporary Promotions/Positions
Please note that any period of ‘temporary’, whether that is by way of promotion or allowances associated with a temporary position, will be treated as non-pensionable.
Safeguarding
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 3 per week
Salary: £2,099.00-£2,301.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/04/2023