Community Prevention Team Lead – Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service
Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for a highly motivated and committed Prevention Team Leader to join the Prevention Team. Working alongside other Prevention Team Leaders and reporting to the Prevention Lead, you will lead and support a team of Prevention Advocates. Working in partnership with external agencies and fire station personnel, you will oversee the delivery of home fire safety, road safety and other key safety messages to residents and pupils across Cheshire, with a particular focus on supporting those most at risk.
You will need excellent leadership, motivational, interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate confidently with colleagues, partners and members of the community. You will be organised, able to prioritise and manage competing demands, work with limited supervision and contribute effectively as part of a wider Prevention leadership team. Experience of working with the public, particularly vulnerable people, together with an understanding of frontline community safety-led interventions, is essential.
You will be educated to at least GCSE level, including Grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics, and hold a full driving licence. The role requires flexibility to work across a variety of community settings, including evenings and weekends when required. If you are passionate about prevention, can inspire and support others, and want to make a positive difference to communities across Cheshire, we would like to hear from you.
In addition to the above you will need:
Higher national qualification in a care based subject or equivalent relevant experience supporting vulnerable communities.
Excellent presentation skills
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise
Knowledge/experience of working with the public, in particular engaging with vulnerable people
Understanding/ knowledge of frontline community safety led interventions
The ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends
Working to achieve delivery targets.
CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parkingandon-sitegym.
Salary: Starting salary of £35,570 within the Salary Scale SO1 range £35,570 - £37,563 per annum based on experience
Contract type: Full Time
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Community Prevention Team Lead – Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service employer: National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.
West Midlands Fire Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees. With a strong commitment to inclusive workplace practices, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Our focus on innovative reward and recognition strategies ensures that every team member feels valued and motivated, making WMFS a truly rewarding place to work.
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National Fire Chiefs Council Limited. Recruitment Team
