Permanent
Huntingdon
ABOUT THE CAMBRIDGESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE (CFRS)
CFRS is one of the best fire and rescue services in the UK. Our recent His Majesty's Inspectorate for Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS) highlighted our positive culture, our dedication to developing our people, and our commitment to promoting inclusion across the service. The Service is dedicated to delivering an outstanding service to the communities we serve.
We are currently looking for a People Partner to join our welcoming, modern, and progressive fire and rescue service.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional looking for something different. You will be part of our fun, forward-thinking Fire and Rescue Service, working with our dynamic front-line colleagues, support teams, and the community.
You will join our enthusiastic, hardworking, small, and supportive People Partner team, reporting to the People Partner Manager. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and passionate about HR/people practice, demonstrating a commitment and a positive approach to work.
You will work alongside two other People Partners, each supporting a designated geographical area of the County (North, Central & South Cambridgeshire). The available vacancy will cover the Central or the South of Cambridgeshire, partnering with leaders to help deliver a people-focused, professional HR service by coaching, advising, and supporting managers at all levels in HR practice.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Central or South of Cambridgeshire (including the Huntingdon or Cambridge areas).
* Coach and influence managers from a people perspective, developing their people management and leadership skills.
* Build effective and credible working relationships with managers, employees, and representative bodies.
* Collaborate with colleagues from the wider People Group and other stakeholders as appropriate.
ABOUT YOU:
We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and professional support team. You will have a clear passion for HR and bring that passion to CFRS. Your drive, experience, and knowledge will help us on our journey.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
* CIPD qualification at Level 5 or actively working towards, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
* Previous experience in a HR partnering role.
* Natural ability to coach, advise, and support managers at all levels.
* Experience in developing creative and proactive HR solutions with internal stakeholders.
* Ability to challenge individuals professionally to improve leadership competence and confidence.
* Experience supporting complex ER cases autonomously.
* Strong commitment to continuing professional development.
* Ability to liaise professionally with people at all levels and develop constructive working relationships.
WORKING LIFE AT CAMBRIDGESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE:
A role in our support functions offers the chance to build a challenging, rewarding career and give back to the community. We promote the right values and a welcoming culture by:
* Ensuring transparency and fairness in everything we do.
* Being a Disability Confident employer.
* Providing health and wellbeing support for everyone.
* Having inclusion ambassadors and established working groups for protected characteristics and menopause.
ABOUT THE REWARDS/BENEFITS WE OFFER:
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Access to Health Cash Plan.
* Access to Blue Light Discount at hundreds of stores and events.
* Access to Health Shield Perks discounts.
* Family-friendly policies – including flexible working.
* Hybrid working - at least 3 days a week from one of our locations.
* Great learning and development opportunities.
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with long service.
* Parking (site specific).
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please visit Current Vacancies to access the Recruitment Pack for this role. Complete an EDI FORM and send your CV and Covering Letter (detailing your suitability for the role against the person specification in the Recruitment Pack) to recruitment@cambsfire.gov.uk.
*Please note any CVs submitted without a Covering Letter will not be considered.
We reserve the right to close this advert at any time.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
General Business, Management, and Business Development
Industries
Government Administration
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