Communications Business Partner

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service; Exeter; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

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Job summary

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service in Exeter is seeking a Communications Business Partner on a 12-month maternity cover contract, working 22.2 hours per week on-site. You will shape how we communicate with staff and external stakeholders, helping the Service to safeguard communities through effective engagement and clear, proactive communications.

The role offers a pro rata salary of £23,904.60 per year, reflecting part-time hours, with a fixed-term arrangement and a strong emphasis on

Responsibilities

• Influence how we communicate with our people and stakeholders to support the Service in creating a safer world for everyone.

Job description

Salary: £23,904.60 to £23,904.60 a year, pro rata

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover), 22.2 hours per week

Salary: £39,841.00 per annum (pro rata), equating to £23904.60 for working 22.2 hours per week.

Help Shape Communications That Make a Difference.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England, serving the communities of Devon and Somerset through prevention, protection and emergency response.

We are looking for a talented and creative Communications Business Partner to join our Communications and Engagement team on a 12-month fixed term maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how we communicate with our people and stakeholders, helping to support the Service in creating a safer world for everyone.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Communications Business Partner

Company: Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service

Salary: £23,904.60 to £23,904.60 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Exeter, EX3 0NW

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 23 Oct 2026

Closing date: 8 Nov 2026

Summary

Contract: 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover), 22.2 hours per week

Location: Service Headquarters, Exeter.

Salary: £39,841.00 per annum (pro rata), equating to £23904.60 for working 22.2 hours per week.

Help Shape Communications That Make a Difference.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England, serving the communities of Devon and Somerset through prevention, protection and emergency response.

We are looking for a talented and creative Communications Business Partner to join our Communications and Engagement team on a 12-month fixed term maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how we communicate with our people and stakeholders, helping to support the Service in creating a safer world for everyone.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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