An exciting opportunity has arisen for a People Administrator within People Services in this Fire & Rescue Service's Recruitment team.

People Administrator (Recruitment & Selection)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £24,790 – £25,183 Per annum FTE (£12,395 - £12,592 actual) (Grade 3, Pay Award pending)

Hours: Part Time – 18.5 Hours per week (Flexi Time)

Location: Home / Central Sheffield, S1 (Agile Working)

The People function is positioned at the heart of transformation that supports the growth and success of this Fire & Rescue Service and you will be joining them at a very busy but exciting time as they embark on the implementation of a number of new culture strategies that are aligned to their vision and values, through a new Culture Programme.

Based at Headquarters, you will support the People Officer (Recruitment and Selection) in the provision of a high quality, effective and efficient customer-focused recruitment transaction service for all employees and stakeholders.

With an NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent, you will have a good understanding of people processes, particularly in relation to recruitment and selection and proven experience of applying administration procedures and systems to provide a quality transactional people service.

Your style and approach will reflect this organisation's values and aspirations, acting with honesty, integrity and respect. They are looking for someone with a real passion for people and HR practice who is committed to the Service's vision of making South Yorkshire safer and stronger.

Closing date for applications is 09:30 hours on Monday 1st September 2025.

Interested?

To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected 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. This employer offers 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. They also operate a generous flexi time attendance scheme.

Most of this organisation's Corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their 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 that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme.

Other benefits include (but not limited to) - enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union.

This employer is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. They warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within our workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, we will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. This Service believes that a diverse workforce leads to innovation, creativity, and better decision-making, and they are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

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 i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, substance misuse testing and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake 'regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults.

This organisation’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect their commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

If you require any of the recruitment documents in larger print, this can be arranged.

No agencies please.