People Partner (Job Evaluation) Fixed Term Contract until 30th Sept 2026

People Partner – Job Evaluation

Fixed term until 30 September 2026

Salary £41,511 – £44,711 per annum + benefits

About Us

Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is one of the UK’s leading Fire and Rescue Services. We pride ourselves in striving to “Create the Safest Community” and our dedicated and diverse workforce are committed to delivering this.

We are currently rated as good by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS), and we consider ourselves to be a high performing, innovative organisation that is well regarded by the communities we serve and the partner agencies with which we do business.

The Service values and respects the diversity of its employees and aims to recruit a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

About the role

Working with the People and Culture Department we are currently recruiting a People Partner to join our dedicated Job Evaluation Project team. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering a high-quality job evaluation service of Green Book roles, using the agreed evaluation scheme (Gauge+). Your contribution will support compliance with employment legislation, contractual terms and conditions, and reinforce our commitment to equal pay.

You will be responsible for leading and coordinating work related to the project. You will provide professional HR advice to managers and employees whilst ensuring compliance with HR policies, procedures and legislation. You will be managing a People Advisor and People Coordinator who will support the administrative work of the project.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a firm commitment to inclusivity, fairness, dignity and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce or society.

As a People Partner – Job Evaluation you will:

· Lead the planning, coordination and implementation of the job evaluation project

· Provide expert advice and guidance on job evaluation methodologies and HR best practices

· Work collaboratively with colleagues in People and Culture, managers, trade union representatives and other stakeholders to achieve key project milestones

· Develop and deliver comprehensive project documentation, managing end-to-end processes

· Ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation and HR policies

We are seeking a candidate who has:

· CIPD Level 5 qualification (or above) or equivalent experience

· Proven experience of working with job evaluation schemes within the public sector or emergency services setting

· Demonstrated ability to deliver professional HR advice and guidance in a comparable HR or People Partner role

· Sound understanding of equal pay principles and relevant employment legislation

· Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills

· Strong attention to detail and confidence in handling sensitive and confidential information

· Proficient in the use of HR Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office applications

The Selection Process

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline*

Advert closes – Monday 7 July 2025 at 12 noon
Notification of shortlist – Friday 11 July 2025
Interview – Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 July 2025

*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change

Interested in applying?

Further details can be found in the accompanying job description and person specification. You are required to submit a supporting statement of no more than 1000 words which should demonstrate how you meet the criteria stated on the person specification and job description.

Further information about our Service can be found by visiting and our various social media channels.

For further information about the role please contact Helen Naden, Head of People and Culture via email at

Pre-employment checks

The successful applicant will be subject to our pre-employment screening process which includes a Standard DBS check relevant to the role, completion of an occupational health medical and a substance abuse test. We will also conduct right to work and reference checks.

Please submit your application form by no later than 12 noon on Monday 7 July 2025.

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