Emergency Planning Assistant in Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire and rescue service is seeking an Emergency Planning Assistant to support their Resilience Planning & Contingencies department. The ideal candidate will assist in developing emergency plans, facilitate consultations, and help in delivering exercises. An NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and good knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

Free gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced sick pay

Access to emergency services discounts

Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes

Qualifications

• Awareness of emergency planning is essential; previous experience desirable.
• Motivation and commitment to achieving team objectives are crucial.
• Must hold NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administration and coordination of emergency plans.
• Facilitate internal and external consultation processes.
• Support planning and delivery of exercises.

Skills

Awareness of emergency planning

Motivated and team-oriented

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant field

Job description

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Emergency Planning Assistant

• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time - 37 Hours per week (Flexi Time)
• Work Pattern: Monday – Friday
• Salary: £26,403 – £28,142 (Grade 4)
• Location: Headquarters, Central Sheffield S1 – with agile working

The overall purpose of the role will be to support the Resilience Planning & Contingencies department in all aspects of emergency planning, business continuity, and Local Resilience Forum workstreams. As the Emergency Planning Assistant, you will support South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue to meet its duties under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004.

To be considered for this role you will have an awareness of emergency planning but previous experience of working in emergency planning, business continuity, or related fields is desirable and not essential. You must be highly motivated and committed to achieving team objectives, you will hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

Key Duties

• Assisting in the administration and coordination of new/existing emergency plans.
• Facilitating internal and external consultation processes.
• Supporting the planning and delivery of exercises.

Benefits

• Excellent pension scheme.
• Free gym access.
• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 support for finance to mental health.
• Flexible working hours and optional agile working.
• 28 days annual leave (pro‑rated) plus bank holidays; increases to 32 days after 5 years and up to 37 days.
• Flexi time attendance scheme with up to 13 days accrued per year.
• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions 5.5%–12.5%.
• Enhanced sick pay, cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across many companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes, and TransaveUK credit union membership.

Closing date for applications is 12:00 hours on Thursday 20 November 2025.

Interviews will be held week commencing 1 December 2025.

Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

New starters will commence on the bottom of the salary grade and will receive increases to the top of the grade on an incremental basis.

Most corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, allowing hours to suit commitments outside of work as agreed with line manager. Flexi time can be accrued with a potential of up to 13 days to be taken within a year.

All eligible corporate staff are auto‑enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme based on salary and length of service.

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, LGBT+ and people with disabilities. We also support part‑time or job‑share arrangements. All applications will receive equal consideration.

Applications from job share candidates will be considered and all applications will be given equal consideration.

Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre‑employment screening: asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing, and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check covering current and spent criminal records. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for regulated activity roles.

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

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No agencies please.

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