Training Support Officer

Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

23 days holiday plus holidays

On-site gym

Free parking

On-site canteen

Contributory pension

Health & wellbeing services

Job summary

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Training Support Officer to join the Training and Development Academy. The role offers 35 hours per week, a fixed term contract of up to 12 months, and a salary of £27,274–£29,071.

You will co-ordinate operational training and provide administration support to the Support Services Manager and TDA teams at the Training & Development Academy. Key duties include full administration support, managing conference facilities, and assisting with events.

Qualifications

• Providing full administration support.
• Managing conference facilities.
• Supporting with the facilitation of events.

Responsibilities

• Providing full administration support.
• Managing conference facilities.
• Supporting with the facilitation of events.

Skills

Administration

Training coordination

Event facilitation

Facilities management

Job description

About The Role

Salary: Grade 5 (£27,274- £29,071)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract: Fixed Term (Maximum 1 year)

Location: Training & Development Academy

Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service's Training and Development Academy are looking for a new Training Support officer. The role holder will be responsible for:

• Managing and co-ordinating operational training.
• Providing administration support to the Support Services Manager and the Training & Development Academy (TDA) departments.

The role will include:

• Providing full administration support,
• Managing conference facilities,
• Supporting with the facilitation of events.

What can we offer you?

• Full flexible working arrangements
• 23 days holiday, plus Bank holidays and 2 additional Extra Statutory days added to the holiday entitlement (annual holiday entitlements will be calculated pro rata)
• Access to free on-site gym
• Free, secure parking
• On-site canteen
• Contributory pension by both the employee and by MFRS
• Excellent Health and Wellbeing services and Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date: Midnight 18/11/2026

Interviews: End of November

**Please note should we receive a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert early**

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 centers, 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 our Pensions team, or the Pension Administrator website (Local Pensions Partnership Administration Ltd – website - lppapensions.co.uk, Lifetime Allowance Information - Lifetime Allowance)

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.

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.