Learning and Organisational Development 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 Learning and Organisational Development (LOD) 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 whilst growing your career, CFRS could be the perfect place for you.

Salary: £16,518 - £24,777 per annum (the salary shown has been pro-rated)

Hours: 20 - 30 Hours per week 

Contract: Permanent

Location: Service Headquarters, Huntingdon 

Hybrid Working - we offer a flexible, agile, hybrid working pattern where you can work from home, as well as from Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service and other locations around Cambridgeshire.

 

About the role 

Are you passionate about helping people grow and supporting great learning experiences? In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the delivery of learning and organisational development initiatives that help our people reach their full potential. 

You’ll be at the heart of our learning activity; coordinating programmes, developing eLearning content, and making sure everything runs smoothly from start to finish. From booking venues and managing attendance to maintaining accurate training records, you’ll help keep our learning offer organised, efficient, and impactful. 

Working closely with the Learning and Organisational Development Partners, you’ll support a variety of development projects and contribute fresh ideas to enhance how we learn and grow as an organisation.  

This is a great opportunity for someone who’s proactive, organised, and excited by the idea of supporting others to develop and succeed. If you enjoy making things happen and want to be part of a team that’s shaping a culture of continuous learning, we’d love to hear from you. 

 

About you:   

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, but the ideal person will have: 

• Strong commitment to continuing professional development, demonstrated by evidence of ongoing learning and development. 
• Understanding of learning management systems.  
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.   
• Ability to liaise professionally with people of all levels, from senior managers to members of the public.  
• Experience working with external training providers or facilitators.  
• Experience supporting functions in an administrative capacity.  
• Experience of servicing meetings, including preparation of agendas; recording of minutes and key actions; monitoring the implementation and achievement of key actions.   
• Proven experience of using Microsoft365, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, to intermediate level and willingness to use technology to its full capacity.   
• GCSE grades A-C (CSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent).  

If you do not fully meet all 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. 

 

Working life at Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service

• Career progression & specialist training – Whether you want to develop new skills, gain qualifications, or advance into leadership, we’ll give you the opportunities to grow. 

• Health & 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 & 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 and Menopause Friendly Accredited 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. 

 

About the rewards and benefits we offer

• 24 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service (pro-rated for part-time employees. 
• Competitive pension scheme 
• Family-friendly policies, including flexible working 
• Hybrid working options  
• 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: 12noon Tuesday 18th November 2025