Home Safety Advocate

Merseyfire; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused fire safety organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Home Safety Advocate to enhance community safety initiatives. The role requires experience working with vulnerable individuals and strong knowledge of Data Protection. Responsibilities include delivering fire safety advice, assessing fire risks, and community outreach support. Attractive benefits include 23 days of holiday, gym access, and a contributory pension.

Benefits

23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Access to free on-site gym

Free, secure parking

On-site canteen

Contributory pension

Occupational Health services

Qualifications

• Experience of working with vulnerable people within communities.
• Sound knowledge of Data Protection.
• Good understanding of privacy and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver home fire safety advice.
• Assess for and install fire reduction equipment.
• Support community outreach projects.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable people

Knowledge of Data Protection

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Meet deadlines

Job description

About The Role

Home Safety Advocate

Our Home Safety Advocates work across Merseyside delivering a whole range of initiatives to make our communities safer from fire. You’ll be working alongside colleagues to provide home fire safety advice; assessing for and installing fire reduction equipment; and supporting our partners in a number of community outreach projects.

Applicants must have experience of working with vulnerable people within communities and have sound knowledge of Data Protection, together with a good understanding of privacy and confidentiality. Excellent communication and analytical skills and ability to work independently and meet agreed deadlines are essential requirements.

The full list of Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills have been detailed in the accompanying Person Specification and more specific information about the role can be found in the Job Profile.

What can we offer you?

• 23 days’ holiday, (rising to 28 days after 5 years’ service) plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement
• Access to free on‑site gym
• Free, secure parking
• On‑site canteen
• Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS
• Excellent Occupational Health services and Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date for applications: Sunday 30th November 2025

Interviews: TBC

About Us

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) is at the forefront of public safety and emergency response, serving the vibrant communities of Merseyside with dedication and professionalism. Our mission is to protect, prevent, and respond—ensuring the safety and well‑being of the public, both in times of crisis and through proactive community engagement.

With a proud history and a strong sense of purpose, we operate across a diverse region that includes bustling urban centres, industrial hubs, and serene rural areas. Our highly skilled and committed teams work tirelessly to provide fire and rescue services, enforce fire safety regulations, and deliver critical prevention and education programs.

Pension Considerations

Annual Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd – website - lppapensions.co.uk), Annual Allowance Information - Annual Allowance.

Lifetime Allowance

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge. Further information on Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd – website - lppapensions.co.uk), Lifetime Allowance Information - Lifetime Allowance.

Safeguarding

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.