Administrative Assistant (Operations) - KempstonSalary: Starting salary *GBP*13,612 per annum - *GBP*14,275 per annum (pay award pending)Basis: Part timePackage: 20 Hours Per Week, Hybrid Working, Flexitime Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, Holiday allowance of 25 days (pro rata) plus public holidays on joining.Contractual Hours: 20Region: CentralJob Category: Administration Job Description:Working pattern: 20 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9:30 $ú 13:30 Based at Kempston and Ampthill Fire Stations We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Station Commander and other operational staff at Kempston and Ampthill Fire Stations. You will provide crucial support and coordination to station personnel, working closely with them to ensure that station administration aligns with the wider Service agenda. Your responsibilities will include handling telephone calls with sensitivity, professionalism, and efficiency. You will take full responsibility for routing calls, taking concise messages, and identifying emergency calls to transfer them promptly to Fire Control. Additionally, you will input and manipulate data, creating and amending computerised records, databases, letters, memoranda, and other clerical tasks as required. You will have a GCSE grade 4 or above in English or an equivalent qualification, or work experience at an equivalent level, along with a Level 2 typing qualification or its equivalent. You should also have administrative experience, including in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, as well as the ability to work effectively with others and independently using your own initiative. Why work with us We recognise that you are looking for more than just a career. We offer the following benefits to support your career whilst maintaining a healthy work/ life balance. A few of our benefits include: Hybrid working patternsFlexi-time scheme including flexible start and finish times, variable lunch breaks and flexi-leave daysLocal Government Pension SchemeHoliday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years\\\' service and 32 days after 10 years\\\' service (*pro rata if part time or irregular working pattern)Free access to onsite gym facilitiesFree onsite parkingInstant access to $ùLifestyle Savings &© platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailersEligible to sign up to $ùBlue Light Card &© with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street. Next steps If this role is of interest, please visit our website https://www.bedsfire.gov.uk/careers/search for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement. The interviews / selection process will take place on Wednesday 4 June 2025 This is a public-facing role and it is essential to have the ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English. This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are $ùspent &© under the provision of the Act. The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service &©s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children, and Young People, and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.