Business Support Assistant
Being part of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) isn’t just about fighting fires—it’s about also making a difference through innovation, technology and collaboration. We’re looking for a Business Support Assistant. This is your chance to apply your skills where it really matters. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference all the while growing your career, CFRS could be the perfect place for you.
Salary: £26,403- £28,142 pa (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 37 Hours per week
Contract: One year fixed term
Location: One position at Service Headquarters, Huntingdon and one position at Dogsthorpe Fire Station
About the role
Are you passionate about customer service and looking for something different? Following exciting promotions for our current team members we have two opportunities to join our fun, forward-thinking Fire and Rescue Service.
If you like every day being different and want to work with our dynamic front line colleagues, support teams and the community then either of these roles would be great for you! Both are key roles at the heart of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service. You will be joining our well-respected business support function, contributing to the effective provision of administration support services, while ensuring they are delivered to a high standard.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an agile, dynamic environment, supporting a service that truly impacts the community.
About you:
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, but the ideal person will have:
• Customer service/reception skills
• Previous administrative experience
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
If you do not fully meet all of these requirements but believe that you can clearly demonstrate in other ways the range of valuable skills, experience, and knowledge recognised as relevant and important to this role, we would welcome hearing from you.
Why choose CFRS?
At CFRS, our people are our greatest strength. We take pride in our culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and professional development.
A Service that values you:
94% of our employees care about the future of CFRS
88% are proud to work for CFRS
78% would recommend CFRS as a great place to work
A culture that inspires and motivates:
81% our people would still like to be working here in two years’ time
83% feel motivated to give their best every day
82% are satisfied with CFRS as an employer
Opportunities for growth – whether it’s learning new technologies, supporting projects, or gaining industry certifications, we support professional development every step of the way.
A culture of innovation and inclusion – we foster an environment where your ideas matter, and where every individual is valued, included, and empowered to excel.
When you join CFRS, you'll benefit from
- Career progression and specialist training – Whether you want to develop new skills, gain qualifications, or advance into leadership, we’ll give you the opportunities to grow.
- Health and wellbeing support – Your wellbeing matters. We provide access to mental health resources, an Employee Assistance Programme, and occupational health services to support you throughout your career.
- A culture of inclusion and belonging – We don’t expect you to fit a mould—we want you to bring your whole self to the job.
- As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, with inclusion ambassadors and networks in place to champion every member of our team.
Additional rewards and benefits
- 24/ 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service
- Competitive pension scheme
- Family-friendly policies, including flexible working
- Free on-site parking (site-specific)
- Access to Blue Light Discounts at hundreds of retailers and events
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity please review the Recruitment Pack, complete an EDI Form and send your CV and covering Letter (detailing your suitability for the role in line with the person specification held in the recruitment pack) to recruitment@cambsfire.gov.uk
*Please note any CVs submitted without a Covering Letter will not be considered.
Closing Date: 12pm Thursday 19th March 2026