HR Assistant : Operations
Contract Type : Permanent
Salary : Grade D Salary A GBP 30,518 per annum (pro rata to 18.5 hours : A GBP 15,259 per annum)
Location : Fire Service Headquarters, Ripley
Hours : 18.5 hours per week covering Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours.
Agile working arrangements can be discussed with the successful candidate.
Department : Human Resources (HR)
Reports to : Senior HR Partner : Operations
Closing date : midnight on 25 March 2026
About Us:
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service (DFRS) is an emergency service with a team of over 800 people working towards the vision of Making Derbyshire Safer Together. Were proud to be one of the countrys top:performing fire and rescue services, recently rated Good in 9 out of 11 areas by His Majestys Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services (HMICFRS). This recognition reflects the professionalism, progress, and dedication of our people. Whether its responding to emergencies, preventing incidents, or supporting our frontline teams behind the scenes, every role makes a real difference.
We work to our values of : Leadership, Respect, Integrity, Openness, Teamwork and Ambition
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your HR and recruitment skills within a supportive, values driven organisation, contributing to meaningful work that directly supports our workforce and wider community.
Over recent months, we have been reviewing the HR service delivery model to ensure the department is equipped to meet the evolving needs of our Service. As a result, we are realigning parts of the structure creating two new roles of Resourcing Manager and Systems Administrator/Team Leader. Existing roles of HR Assistant and Service Centre Assistant are now being recruited to following the review.
What we are looking for:
A proactive, organised and peopleAEUR'focused individual who can provide confident HR support across a broad range of HR activities. You will bring strong communication skills, the ability to build positive working relationships, and a commitment to delivering a professional and inclusive service. With a keen eye for detail and a willingness to improve processes, you will be comfortable managing data, advising on HR queries, contributing to casework and supporting recruitment activity. You will be adaptable, collaborative, and motivated by helping managers and employees navigate peopleAEUR'related matters in a way that reflects our values and supports a positive workplace culture.
About the Role:
There will be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
To be successful in this role, you will bring the following qualifications and experience:
* Experience of working in a HR environment
* Supporting on HR processes and casework
* Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
What We Offer in Return:
We believe in rewarding our people with more than just a salary. Heres what you can expect when you join us:
* Flexible working hours.
* Agile working (60 office based).
* Family friendly policies.
* Annual leave entitlement of 25 days pro rata, increasing to 30 days pro rata 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 (LGPS) Pension Scheme (FPS) with generous employer contributions.
* Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributi