Service Improvement & Assurance Team (SIAT) Coordinator
Are you innovative, creative and keen to have an impact? Do you enjoy working in a busy and vibrant team where everyone plays their part in Making West Yorkshire Safer?
By joining West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our continuous improvement and assurance efforts as a valued member of the Service Improvement and Assurance Team. Your contribution will help to drive the organisation’s commitment to maintaining high standards and delivering a safer West Yorkshire for all. If you are enthusiastic about advancing processes, ensuring data accuracy, and striving for excellence in everything you do, we would be delighted to consider your application. You will have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated and dynamic team, making a real difference to our service and the communities we serve.
We offer an excellent package including generous holiday entitlement, family friendly policies, 37-hour week flexible working arrangements including hybrid working, local government pension scheme, free onsite parking, Sports and Social Club with free use of gym, an Employee Assistance Program and car salary sacrifice scheme.
You will be involved in:
- Supporting a large organisation with the internal and external quality assurance processes by coordinating and contributing to the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality assurance frameworks.
- Using technology to gather, organise, and produce data from a variety of sources, ensuring that all relevant information is captured accurately and efficiently. This includes employing digital tools such as Microsoft Office applications, Teams, and SharePoint to enhance data management, facilitate easy access, and support data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
- Providing comprehensive administrative support throughout audit and inspection processes by preparing documentation, scheduling meetings, recording minutes, and assisting with the coordination of internal and external stakeholders. Ensuring all records relating to audits and inspections are meticulously maintained and readily accessible for review, helping to uphold the organisation’s commitment to high standards of quality assurance and continuous improvement.
You will have:
- Quality Assurance Experience: Proven ability to support internal and external quality assurance in large organisations, including coordinating activities, preparing for audits, and contributing to the development and implementation of quality frameworks.
- Data Analysis: Skilled in collecting, analysing, and presenting data using digital tools such as Microsoft Office, Teams, and SharePoint. Able to supply data for dashboards to support decision-making and drive improvements.
- Digital Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and collaboration tools, with experience using ICT solutions to streamline processes, enhance data management, and support organisational learning.
Job share applicants are welcome to apply.
We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working. Whilst you will be required to work from our offices for parts of your initial training, after this you’ll work both in the office and from home as part of our ‘hybrid’ working model. Therefore, applicants must have a reliable home internet connection.
The post is subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Joining a first-rate organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of just six metropolitan fire and rescue services in the UK, supporting around 950 firefighters who work round the clock, plus around 300 support staff, who help people and save lives.
We are a caring organisation; we promote an environment of inclusivity and learning, and welcome people from all walks of life – just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.
For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Judi Haigh, SIAT Manager at Judith.haigh@westyorksfire.gov.uk.
For further details and to apply online please visit www.wyfs.co.uk/careers. Closing date for all applications is Sunday 23rd November 2025, with interviews taking place on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th December 2025.
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We are an equal opportunities employer; we value and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome candidates from communities that are currently under-represented at WYFRS, including women, racially and ethnically diverse applicants and applicants with disabilities. We can offer support and adjustments for candidates and staff who experience barriers to work that result from health conditions or Specific Learning Differences, such as dyslexia. We are a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer
West Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service are committed to the safeguarding of our staff, volunteers, visitors and the community we serve. This includes protecting vulnerable adults, children and young people from potential neglect and harm. All employees must share the same commitment.