Fire Prevention Officer – 2 Posts

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Bradford, Leeds; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for two Fire Prevention Officers to join a leading fire service in Bradford District. These positions, aimed at enhancing community safety, require excellent communication skills and a passion for helping others. Successful candidates will partake in educational programs and community engagement activities, contributing to the safety of West Yorkshire.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Family friendly policies

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering education and awareness in the community.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Educate the public and community groups on fire safety and arson reduction.
• Conduct safe and well checks and engage with community activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Community engagement

Teamwork

Job description

Fire Prevention Officer (2 posts)

• Bradford District, 37 hours per week, £27,269 to £28,163 per annum
• Leeds District, 18.5 hours per week (working pattern to be agreed), £13,634 to £14,081 per annum.

Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you passionate about helping people?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the county’s leading fire and rescue services to become part of a team where everyone plays their part in making West Yorkshire Safer.

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to educate the public and a range of community groups on fire safety, road safety and arson reduction, and carry out safe and well checks and be involved with community engagement activities.

You will have proven experience in delivering education and awareness in the community, be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a good standard of written and verbal communication.

We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 37 hour week flexible working arrangements, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program and car salary sacrifice scheme.

Job share applicants are welcome to apply.

The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check and the possession of a current valid driving licence.

Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting around 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.

We are a caring organisation; we promote an environment of inclusivity and learning, and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.

For further details and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 6th July 2025.

Interviews to be held week commencing 28th July 2025.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity & neurodiversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially & ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia.

We are a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer and have been rated ‘good’ by HMICFRS in all areas of our service.

West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.