Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
03 Aug, 25
Salary
24309.07
Posted On
27 Jun, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Microsoft Word, Communication Skills, Microsoft Excel, English
Industry
Hospital/Health Care
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION APPRENTICE
Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service
Salary: £12.60 per hour / £24,309.07 per annum. Cheshire Fire are a UK Living Wage (Living Wage Foundation) employer. Increases to hourly rates are advised by the Foundation at the beginning of November each year.
37 hours per week
Temporary – 18 month fixed term contract commencing 1/9/2025 until February 2027
Kickstart your career with Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS). An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Business Administration Apprentice.
This role offers hands-on experience across a range of departments.
During your apprenticeship you will rotate through key service support areas such as Communications, Finance, HR, and Service Improvement. You will also develop an awareness of our community facing departments such as Prevention and Protection, gain a broad understanding of how CFRS operates and supports the community of Cheshire, Halton, and Warrington.
We are seeking a motivated individual with a genuine interest in learning and developing their knowledge and practical skills and gaining new work experiences.
As part of this apprenticeship, you will:
The main purpose of this job role is to provide administrative support across Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service, helping ensure the smooth and effective operation of our departments.
Your main duties will include:
If you’re enthusiastic about developing your career, keen to work in a professional and community-focused organisation, and ready to learn in a supportive environment — we encourage you to apply.
Essential requirements of the role include:
Interviews will take place on Friday 18th July 2025. The apprenticeship is for 18 months and the start date is Monday 1st September 2025
To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.
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 HR 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 14/25/BAA on your application form.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 4th July 2025 12 noon.
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.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 18 months
Pay: £24,309.07 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
Language:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 06/07/2025
Reference ID: 14/25/BAA
Expected start date: 01/09/202
Your main duties will include:
Essential requirements of the role include: