Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Grade C : A GBP 28,142 per annum
Location: Based at Headquarters, Ripley
Hours: 37 hours per week
Department: HR Services
Closing Date: midnight Tuesday 18 November 2025
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Administrator to join our HR Service Centre team. This is an exciting opportunity to support a wide range of HR activities and contribute to the smooth running of our recruitment and employment processes.
About The Role
As an Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for HR‑related queries, providing efficient and professional support to internal colleagues and external stakeholders. You will coordinate recruitment activities, process contractual changes, and maintain accurate records. You will work with a variety of HR systems and will be expected to manage your workload effectively in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and accuracy.
What Youll Do
* Provide first‑line HR support and guidance
* Coordinate recruitment processes and liaise with hiring managers
* Process and maintain employee records and contractual changes
* Handle confidential data securely and in compliance with GDPR
* Assist with interviews, assessments, and onboarding activities
What Youll Bring
* Strong administrative experience
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems
* Ability to manage and prioritise workload independently
* A commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork
Qualifications
* GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A*:C / 9:4) or equivalent. Demonstrable experience may be accepted as an equivalency.
Additional Requirements
* Willingness to travel across the county and work flexibly
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
* Commitment to equality, inclusion, and professional development
What We Offer In Return
* Flexible working hours.
* Family friendly policies.
* Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 30 days after 5 years service.
* Free, secure on‑site car parking.
* Health and wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service locations.
* Employee discount scheme (Boost) and eligibility for Blue Light Card.
* Employee support networks.
* Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria).
* Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months full and 6 months half after 5 years service.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
* Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages.
The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Tuesday 18 November 2025. Interviews will be held week commencing 01 December 2025.
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