Do you have a wealth of information governance knowledge?

You can help West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service by supporting the Head of Corporate Services in the development and management of effective and robust Information Governance and Information Management systems and procedures for the Authority.

Job Purpose: You will take a lead role in the management of all aspects of Information Governance within the Authority; working within a number of frameworks concerning compliance, information governance, best practice and legislation e.g. West Yorkshire Information Governance Framework, International Information Security standard ISO 27001, HMG Security Policy Framework.  You will develop Information Governance policies, procedures and guidance and ensure effective implementation across the Authority.  You will ensure all aspects of the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation requirements are monitored and embedded and support the development of controls across all the Information Governance Framework strands.  You will develop policies and systems to ensure compliance with legislation.

Essential requirements: You will be flexible and adaptable and have considerable experience of working in a relevant information governance related role and experience of developing and advising on Information Governance Policy matters.  You will be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline and have a specialist qualification in information governance related topics or comparable experience.  You will have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of complex legislative information governance issues including the General Data Protection Regulation and a high level of oral and written communication skills.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Applicants must therefore have a reliable home internet connection.

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 around the clock plus around 300 enabling 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.

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

We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, 37 hour flexible working week, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social club and free use of gym. Job share applicants are welcome to apply.

 For further details and to apply online please visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 8^th February.

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All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and 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

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.

Help us enable organisational change and turn research and evidence into practice that works.

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Psychologist to help West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service drive quality, people-focused organisational transformation. This is the first Occupational Psychologist practitioner role for the Service. As such, it offers a rare opportunity to shape, influence and embed occupational psychology as a strategic capability across the organisation. You will have significant autonomy to define the direction of the role and make a lasting impact.

Balancing research with real-world delivery, this role is ideal for someone who is creative, motivated and driven by making a tangible difference. You will translate scientific research into practical, inclusive and impactful solutions across the full-employee lifecycle - from early engagement and recruitment through to retirement.

Are you confident at communicating complex psychological concepts in ways everyone can understand? Can you apply psychological expertise and evidence across multiple organisational priorities? If so, we would love to hear from you.

About us: At WYFRS, our mission is simple: to keep West Yorkshire safe from fire and other emergencies. We’re proud to be one of top performing Fire & Rescue Services, with a reputation for innovation, inclusion and community impact.

Our People & Culture Strategy focuses on creating an environment where colleagues thrive, learn and feel valued. We live by the NFCC Core Code of Ethics and are committed to diversity, wellbeing and flexible working.

About the Role: As a Senior Occupational Psychologist, you will provide specialist consultancy and research across the full employee lifecycle for both operational and enabling team colleagues.

You’ll lead and influence projects across all aspects of the People and Culture Strategy, including recruitment, development, structures, talent and succession, wellbeing and organisational change; turning evidence into action and demonstrating return on investment.

Key responsibilities include (please see candidate pack for full outline):

• Identifying opportunities for occupational psychology to add business value to achieving WYFRS’ People and Culture Strategy, acting as a role model and ambassador for the profession.
• Leading end-to-end consultancy projects, delivering applied psychological research and impact evaluation to a range of initiatives.
• Advising on development and deployment of interventions across the employee lifecycle; including professional development, leadership, talent and succession, wellbeing and organisational development.
• Providing insights to support organisational policies and processes at every stage of the employee lifecycle i.e. attraction, recruitment and selection, performance and development, engagement and retention, offboarding and succession planning.
• Applying statistical analysis to a range of organisational challenges identifying patterns and trends and assuring fairness and validity throughout.
• Using impactful science communication skills to translate key concepts and occupational psychology theory into practical solutions

About You:

You will be an experienced Occupational Psychologist with strong consultancy skills and a passion for applying psychology to complex organisational challenges.

In addition to the key criteria outlined in the job description and the technical skills set out in the Government Occupational Psychology Profession Skills and Standards you must meet the Qualification, Licences and Membership requirements listed below.

You will hold:

Qualifications:

• MSc in Occupational Psychology (or equivalent titled course) approved as Stage 1 by the British Psychological Society.
• BPS Qualification in Occupational Psychology Stage 2  or have completed Part 1 and Part 2 of a Professional Doctorate in Occupational Psychology British Psychological Society Qualification in Occupational Psychology Stage 2 (QOPS2) or have completed Part 1 and Part 2 of a professional doctorate in occupational psychology, which confers Chartered Member with the BPS (see Memberships) and Full Member of the Division of Occupational Psychology (See Memberships).

Memberships:

• Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society.
• Full Member of the Division of Occupational Psychology, British Psychological Society.

Licences:

• Registered Occupational Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) with no sanctions or restrictions or willing and eligible to apply for registration.

Occupational Psychology Skills and Standards

We have aligned our occupational psychology skills with those set by the Government Occupational Psychology Profession. We will assess the following technical skills listed in the Government Occupational Skills & Standards at Senior Psychologist level (P.15-18).occupational-psychology-profession-skills-and-standards-july-2024.pdf

• Behaviours: Ambassador
• Professional Skill: Knowledge
• Professional Skill: Consultancy
• Professional Skill: Research & Evaluation

Ready to Make a Difference?

For further details and to apply online please visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Thursday 12 February 2026.

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All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and 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

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.

Join West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service and make a real difference to our service and our communities. 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s leading fire and rescue services, playing a vital role in making West Yorkshire safer. At West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) we believe everyone has a part to play, and we are looking for a dynamic and compassionate recruitment professional to join our People and Culture Directorate. 

As Recruitment Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our service, with the unique job satisfaction of knowing that you are directly contributing to the recruitment of our skilled and talented workforce, and the safety and wellbeing of the people of West Yorkshire. 

What you’ll do: 

Lead and manage the recruitment function across West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, ensuring the delivery of inclusive, efficient and legally compliant recruitment processes that support operational readiness, workforce diversity and community representation. 

What you’ll bring: 

• Proven experience of leading on recruitment across a large and complex organisation.
• Experience of workforce planning and designing and delivering inclusive recruitment campaigns accordingly.
• A strong understanding of employment law, equality and diversity legislation and public sector practices.
• Experience of analysing complex data and reporting on metrics in relation to recruitment and selection.

What we offer: 

In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes a fantastic newly built Headquarters working environment, training and development opportunities, generous holiday entitlement, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program. 

Job share applicants are welcome to apply. 

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

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.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 8^th February 2026 (midnight).

Internal applicants must seek their line managers permission before submitting an application.

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Click here for Additional Guidance for our new E-recruitment System

All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and 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

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.

Are you ready for a new challenge? Do you have great communication skills and attention to detail?  

This is an amazing opportunity to work within a supportive and dynamic organisation, where you will be responsible for managing day-to-day procurement activities and tendering to achieve the best value outcomes.  

We're seeking someone who takes initiative to manage and deliver purchased supplies and services on schedule. This role involves reviewing contracts and framework agreements, placing orders, and spotting any issues in sourcing and the supply chain to help solve them. You'll also work with warehouse staff to regularly check stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records.  

The ideal candidate will have a good working knowledge of general sourcing and buying of goods and services in a business setting, be organised and IT literate.  

The successful candidate will possess a Diploma Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 3) or be willing to achieve this qualification.  

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 over 950 firefighters who work round the clock to help people and save lives.  

We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you'll work both in the office and from home as part of our 'hybrid' working model. Therefore, applicants must also a reliable home internet connection.  

The post is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.  

We offer an excellent package, including Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking, 37-hour flexible working week, hybrid working, an employee assistance programme, training and development, sports and social clubs with free use of gym.  

We are a caring organisation, 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.  

If you have a passion for procurement and are looking for an exciting new challenge, we would love to hear from you!  

For further details of this and all our vacancies and to apply online please visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 1 February 2026.              

For an informal discussion about the post please contact michael.prior@westyorksfire.gov.uk 

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All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic 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.

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.

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

Join West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service and make a real difference to our service and our communities.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s leading fire and rescue services, playing a vital role in making West Yorkshire safer. At West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service (WYFRS), we believe everyone has a part to play, and we are looking for a dynamic and compassionate people professional to join our team.

As People Partner, you’ll be at the heart of our service, helping to drive the success of over 1,450 dedicated colleagues who work tirelessly to help people and save lives. This role offers the unique job satisfaction of knowing that you are directly contributing to the safety and wellbeing of the people of West Yorkshire.

What you’ll do

Support the Service with all people related matters contributing to a highly professional people function which delivers excellence and puts people at the heart of every decision.

What we offer

In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes: 

• A modern, newly built Headquarters, working environment.
• A Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free parking and access to an on-site gym.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working*.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Sports and Social clubs

*Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

Job share applicants are welcome to apply.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

At WYFRS, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive culture, and we’re looking for someone who will embrace our values and champion continuous learning.

For further details and to apply online please visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 1 February 2026.

Interviews: Thursday 12 February 2026.

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All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and 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

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.

WYFRS is seeking Applications from personnel interested in becoming an Enhanced Logistics Support (ELS) Operator. You will become part of a dedicated team, who will prepare for, train and respond to incidents of national significance.

The remit of ELS is to provide logistical support during the deployment of National Resilience assets and crews to incidents that require co-ordination, and logistics support at local, regional and national events.

Roles include, but are not limited to delivering briefings, geographical data and mapping, management of relief crews, National Resilience equipment and vehicles including repairs, replacement of consumables as required.

Expressions are welcomed from ALL WYFRS personnel irrespective of where you currently work now. Successful applicants will not be required to transfer from their current postings.

Interviews scheduled to take place on 18, 20 & 23 February 2026. 

N.B – Successful applicants MUST be available to attend an ELS Operator course in Gloucestershire on 20 – 22 May 2026. 

You will qualify for an Annual Allowance for commitment, flexibility and maintaining competence of £500. This will be paid throughout the year in your monthly salary and a final bonus payment of £250 is payable at the end of the 12-month period.

The rate of pay for this post is Grade 7, SCP 28 and deployments out of hours will be paid at this rate at the relevant spinal point.

The pensionable status of this post is determined by the pension scheme you are part of.  For members of the Local Government Pension Scheme, pay is deemed pensionable. For members of Firefighters Pension Scheme pay is deemed non pensionable.

For further information please contact: 

• SM Sam Blackburn at Simon.Blackburn@westyorksfire.gov.uk or on 07813 727061
• WM Mark Milner at Mark.Milner@westyorksfire.gov.uk or on 07813 726984 

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.

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.

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 change. Further information on Annual Allowance can be obtained from the Pensions team.

Temporary Promotions/Positions

Please note that any period of ‘temporary’, whether that is by way of promotion or allowances associated with a temporary position, will be treated as non-pensionable.

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All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and 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

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.

Following a review of the service delivery administration function, an exciting opportunity has arisen for the post holder to be responsible for and manage the co-ordination and delivery of the Service Delivery Administration Hub.  This role is key to ensure the administration service provided to the station-based service delivery function is efficient, visible and meets the needs of our customers including our operational crews and the communities we serve.

We are looking for someone with varied previous administration and organisation experience, who shares our core values and is committed to providing an outstanding service. Experience of supervising and leading a team is desirable as this will be a key element of the role, managing a team across a number of different work locations.

We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 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.

The successful candidate will work a 37-hour week flexible working arrangement, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.

The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

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.

Click Here for Job Description

Click Here for Terms and Conditions

Click here for Guidance Document

Click here for Additional Guidance for our new E-recruitment System

All correspondence will usually be sent to your email account registered with the online recruitment system rather than by letter. Please check your email account regularly.

If after reading all of this information, you are interested in applying, please read the documents listed above for more details and click on 'Apply' for the application form.

Please note we do not accept CVs. If you are viewing this vacancy on ‘jobsindeed’ or other external platform, the only way to apply for this vacancy is to visit www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/careers/ and complete the application form via our online Access vacancy system.

We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and 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

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.