Job details

Salary: £16,094 - £17,158

Employer: Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue

Location: Exeter, Devon,

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 28 April 2026 11:59 pm

About the job

Key information

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service are looking for a Service Delivery Support Administration Assistant to join our team, working part time (22.2 hours per week – equates to 3 days – working days are currently flexible and to be agreed with hiring manager) on a permanent contract based at our Service Training Centre in Plympton. The Salary is competitive, starting at £26,824 rising annually to £28,598 (gross) per annum pro rata. For working 22.2 hours per week this equates to £16,094 – £17,158 (gross) per annum.

As the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England, we protect communities across Devon and Somerset through prevention, protection and emergency response.

What will I be doing?

You will play a vital part in supporting our Service Delivery teams (Protection, Response and Training), providing high quality administrative and business support to keep operations running efficiently and effectively.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support across Service Delivery teams.
  • Manage enquiries and liaise with internal and external stakeholders
  • Maintain spreadsheets, databases and performance reports.
  • Support meetings (scheduling, resources, documentation and tech support).
  • Assist with stock control, ordering and financial processes (including procurement cards).
  • Update communication channels such as MS Teams.
  • Support operational teams and departmental projects
  • Help monitor returns, inventories and reporting processes.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Customer-focussed approach
  • Flexible and adaptable mindset
  • Good understanding of confidentiality
  • Knowledge of office systems and procedures.

Make a real difference in a Service that protects communities across Devon and Somerset, while enjoying a supportive and rewarding workplace.

What is in it for me?

  • Flexible working
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Excellent annual leave
  • Family friendly policies
  • Health and Wellbeing support (including physiotherapy, counselling, Benenden Health)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Blue Light Membership and associated discounts

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about the role, please contact Danielle Farnaby on 01752 333683 or via email: dfarnaby@dsfire.gov.uk

Supporting documents and information

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Service Delivery Support Administration Assistant please click ‘apply’ today, we would love to hear from you.

You must be eligible to work in the UK.

Closing date: 2359hrs 28th April 2026

Apply on the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue website

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