Assistant Fire Safety Officer - (Trainer)

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Assistant Fire Safety Officer to enhance fire safety training across its extensive network. This role involves supporting the Fire Safety Training Coordinator, delivering training sessions, and ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a major NHS Trust, known for its commitment to high-quality care and innovative practices. Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of patients and staff alike, while enjoying a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education including GCSE grades A-C in English and Maths.
• Experience in preparing and delivering training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Support Fire Safety Training Coordinator in delivering training programs.
• Monitor fire safety legislation and update training materials.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Training Delivery

Judgment and Decision Making

Research Skills

Education

GCSE in English Language and Maths

Level 3 Award in Education and Training

IOSH General Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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Assistant Fire Safety Officer - (Trainer)

NHS AfC: Band 5

Main area: Administrative
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 349-EST-6981562*

Site: Manchester Royal Infirmary - Oxford Road Campus
Town: Manchester
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 17/02/2025 23:59

Job overview

The post holder will support the Group Fire Safety Training Coordinator and help deliver the Trust’s training program in relation to fire safety across all areas.

Based predominantly at Oxford Road Campus or Wythenshawe Hospital, the post holder will also assist in day-to-day fire safety matters in all the Trust’s premises (including when required any off-site properties, North Manchester General, Trafford General, Withington, and Altrincham Hospitals).

Main duties of the job

General Requirements

1. Monitor changes in fire safety legislation and guidance and update training presentations accordingly.
2. Attend training courses and seminars when appropriate to maintain personal knowledge of fire safety at the highest level.
3. Understand the work practices of wards and departments throughout the Trust and ensure that fire safety measures are compatible with the operational efficiency of the Trust.
4. Prepare training programs for all staff within the Trust and deliver training sessions both at ward or departmental level and via general fire lectures. Devise differing lectures for the various categories of staff.
5. Train members of the Hospital Fire Teams in their specific responsibilities.
6. Arrange and monitor a program of annual fire drills in the appropriate buildings. Witness the effectiveness of evacuation arrangements and recommend remedial action when necessary.
7. Ensure that contractors working within the Trust are aware of fire safety requirements prior to them commencing work on site. Carry out regular inspections of work sites to ensure that fire safety is being maintained.
8. Arrange and conduct training sessions to ensure adequate Fire Wardens are appointed across the Trust.

Working for our organisation

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn and is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals and community services from across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, we champion collaborative working and transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate, so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational effectiveness, and driving research and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits, and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues, and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the ‘NHS England’ website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Person specification

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education to include GCSE grades A-C in English Language and Maths or equivalent.
• Level 3 award in education and training.
• IOSH general certificate or equivalent.
• Membership of a relevant professional organisation.

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience in the preparation and delivery of training sessions to a variety of audience groups.
• An understanding of the evacuation procedures relevant to hospitals.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and manage fire safety matters within the Trust.
• Ability to make own judgments having considered relevant legislation and guidance.
• Has undertaken research to become familiar with how fire safety is managed in healthcare and be aware of the relevant guidance and legislation.
• Holds a current driving license.
• Ability to utilise Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.