Expression of Interest - Temporary Group Commander - Barnstaple

Expression of Interest - Temporary Group Commander - Barnstaple

The Service has a temporary Group Commander - Barnstaple vacancy for up to 6 months.

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Expressions of interest are invited from suitably experienced and qualified Station Managers and Group Managers. Eligible applicants will need to meet the following criteria as a minimum:

• Be a competent, substantive Station Manager and been successful in a Group Manager promotion board or be a substantive Group Manager.
• Qualified L2 ICS & PRDC
• Not subject to formal performance improvement actions, nor have any live disciplinary sanctions.

If you are interested in this position, you will need to complete the expression of interest application form via the link below answering the following question (up to 300 words per question):

• Why would you like this role?
• What particular skills can you bring to this role?

The information you provide will be used to shortlist your expression of interest. Please indicate on the application form which of the roles you are interested in.

From 1 April 2024, we have introduced development rates of pay for any new individuals moving into a development or an acting-up role. These pay rates are set out by the National Joint Council.

Closing date for applications is 4 May 2026

Please ensure your Line Manager is aware of your expression of interest.

Would Line Managers please bring the contents of this advert to the attention of anyone who is eligible to apply who may be on a course or on leave.

Our values

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.

As a Service and as individuals:

• We are proud to help.
• We are honest.
• We are respectful.
• We are working together.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve and aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to join our team.