North East Area Administrative Assistant (Area Support)

Overview

Post: North East Area Administrative Assistant (Area Support). Salary: £18,679.20 per annum. Grade: FRS B. Salary range: £18,679.20 - £22,033.80 per annum. Contract type: Permanent. Working pattern: Part-time 3 days (21 hours) a week. (Must work in the office twice a week including Monday or Friday). Application closing date: 4 PM on Friday 08 May 2026.

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London's fire and rescue service - one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We employ over 5000 people across our operational team, control, fire safety and our non-operational support teams (including Fleet, IT, HR, Finance, Procurement, Communications and more).

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the North East Area Team as an Area Administrative Assistant (Area Support), based primarily at Stratford. This permanent role is key to delivering efficient, high quality administrative and data support to a busy operational Area.

Role and responsibilities

We are looking for a proactive, well organised individual who is confident working in a fast paced environment and able to manage competing priorities effectively. You will be comfortable using IT systems, including Microsoft 365 and Power BI, and maintaining accurate records, systems and processes. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential, along with experience in preparing agendas, taking clear and accurate notes, and producing meeting records to support Area management and operational teams. This role requires regular attendance at Stratford and flexibility to travel to different locations across the Area to meet operational and administrative needs. You will provide vital support to the Area Management team, Borough Commanders and station based staff, ensuring effective area support and compliance with Brigade policies.

Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at access the full advert.

Application process and information for applicants

Please note: Our application system has recently changed.

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Assessment overview

Stage 1

To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:

1. Experience of writing correspondence, minutes and short reports in plain English, using correct grammar, spelling and appropriate vocabulary.
2. Experience of organising, planning and prioritising own work; meeting deadlines and targets while working flexibly within a team.
3. Experience of using standard computerised office systems and specialised computer databases together with an understanding of their role in an office environment.
4. Experience of undertaking multi-step manual and computerised administrative processes.

Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.

Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.

Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.

Stage 2

Assessment for this role is due to take place from mid-May 2026. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional information

We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade

• 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year
• Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave
• Hybrid working is available, subject to business need.
• Free access to the Brigade gym
• Use of the Brigade's Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers
• Free counselling
• Season ticket loan
• Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts
• Opportunity to access affordable accommodation

Criminal records check

In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. The successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.