Training and Development Administration Assistant - Project (Temporary / Casual for approx. 6 weeks)

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue; England; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue is seeking a Training and Development Administration Assistant for a temporary 6-week project. The position involves key administrative tasks related to data management, compliance with GDPR, and includes an excellent work environment that values diversity and support. The ideal candidate will have strong IT and organizational skills and will contribute to an inclusive team dedicated to high-quality service.

Benefits

Excellent annual leave allowance of 25 days (pro rata)

Onsite gym

Qualifications

• Experience delivering tasks to a high standard and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
• Computer literacy with IT systems including databases.

Responsibilities

• Support data extraction, storage and upload for training and development records.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in records aligned to GDPR.
• Work collaboratively within the Resourcing and Development team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

IT Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

5 GCSE passes at level C or above including English Language and Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft 365

Sharepoint

Job description

Training and Development Administration Assistant - Project (Temporary / Casual for approx. 6 weeks)

Salary: £27,269 per annum (pro rata), Grade 3, scp 9 (£14.13 per hour)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location – Service Headquarters, Calcot, Reading

Benefits: Excellent annual leave allowance of 25 days (pro rata), onsite gym

This is a great short term summer opportunity to provide administrative support to a project.

Our Resourcing and Development team provides a supportive and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, fosters belonging, and values the unique contributions of every individual.

About the Role:

The role is task focused working under instruction to support the extraction, storage and upload of data from one system to another in relation to training, development, assessment and assurance activities and associated records.

About You:

You’ll bring strong IT skills, an organised and structured approach to tasks, knowledge of General Data Protection Regulations, the ability to maintain confidentiality and the ability to deliver tasks with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):

• Experience of delivering tasks to the required standard, planning time and activity to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to accurately input into and maintain confidential and accurate records and systems aligned to General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and internal policy and guidance.
• Computer literate (e.g. able to use Microsoft 365 and Sharepoint including Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience of using databases and other IT systems.
• Good general education (equivalent of 5 GCSE passes level C or above –including English Language and Mathematics)
• The successful candidate must be available to work Monday-Friday during July and August (anticipated 6 weeks starting from 7-14 July 2025).

Application and selection process

The successful candidate will demonstrate and promote behaviours in line with the Job Profile/Person Specification and our Behaviour Competency Framework as attached.

The Behavioural Competency Framework allows us to easily identify the behaviours that drive successful performance and enables us to deliver an effective service. The behaviours detailed within the job profile will be assessed throughout the selection process.

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Please see the link to the Job Profile/Person Specification on application.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the selection process, which will include a work-related task and a behavioural / competency-based interview.

Appointment is conditional upon undertaking a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Rechecks will be required in line with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy.

For further details about the role please contact Lauren Whitehouse, Development Assurance Adviser [e-mail] to arrange an informal discussion.

If you have any queries about the application process or to discuss any adaptations or adjustments, we can make to assist you in your application or with our promotion process please contact Amanda Gavin at [e-mail] by phone [phone] for an informal discussion.

Please note we do not accept applications via Agencies or CV’s without an accompanying application form.

Closing date for applications is 10:00 hours on Friday 27 June 2025.

The assessment/interview process will run between 1-2 July 2025.

Anticipated start date: Immediate start (pending checks)

Please note that 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.

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Our Commitments:

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service values your individuality, your diversity and your dignity. All are welcome here. Inclusion, diversity and equality are principles which guide our decisions and will be visible throughout the Service, and we will continually work to improve in these areas.

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture of dignity and trust where everyone feels safe and comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

Simply: The communities we serve are varied and diverse, we should be too.

Applications are welcome for job-share or part time arrangements please enquire on application.

All applications are considered on merit alone. We are a Disability Confident Leader – if you meet the essential criteria of the role, you will be guaranteed an interview if you choose to opt into the Offer of an Interview Scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme).

To find out more: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment.