HR Assistant - Professional Standards

The main purpose of this role is to deliver a comprehensive support service across the People & Organisational Development Department.

Duties will cover a wide range of transactional activities including preparation of case materials for HR colleagues, minute taking, assisting with updating corporate materials & policies, coordination of Long Service/Good Conduct medals and the Working Time Regulation process. You will generate management information, and establishment reports as well as answering general queries, provide guidance and support to managers and employees on matters relating to routine HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.

To join our team, it’s essential that you meet the following criteria:

• Minimum of Maths and English GCSE or equivalent, at grade C/4 or above

• Experience of working within a busy office environment and evidence of providing excellent customer service

• Outstanding verbal and written communication

• Personal drive, effectiveness and commitment to continuous development

• Excellent attention to detail and planning skills

• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office including SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, MS Forms and TEAMS.

• Experience of monitoring, maintaining and developing systems and records.

• Understanding the importance of handling confidential employee information

This is a fast-paced environment requiring flexibility, a ‘can-do’ attitude and a strong focus on teamwork.

CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on site gym.

Further information, a full job description and application form can be found below or alternatively contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please ensure you read the Application guidance notes before completing your application.

Please return completed application forms via email to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please quote job reference 39/26/HR on your application form.

Job description

Application guidance notes

Application form

Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 18 November 9:00am

Interviews will be held on Monday 30 November 2026

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Please note that internal applicants must inform their Head of Department that they are applying for the role before submitting their application.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.