Fire Health Partnership Technician – Falls Response

Fire Health Partnership Technician – Falls Response

Grade 6 – £31,537 – £34,434 plus shift allowance

Contract Type:
Permanent

Location:

Lichfield Community Fire Station

Hours:

Shift 0800 – 1900; overtime may be required after falls or hospital discharge calls.

Duration:
Substantive

Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service invites applications to support our Falls Response Service by attending non‑urgent ICCC‑triaged calls, assisting patients who have fallen using manual‑handling equipment, conducting Home Fire Safety Visits that incorporate falls‑prevention advice, and supporting the Home from Hospital Team in transporting discharged patients home.

• Respond to ICC calls and assist patients who have fallen, safely carrying out manual handling using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and use available equipment to ensure the safe movement and support of patients, while supporting the Home from Hospital Team at Newcastle Community Fire Station.
• Carry out Home Fire Safety Visits, maintain accurate records and complete data entry on Service systems in accordance with data protection and security requirements.
• Adapt to changing demands, remain flexible and undertake necessary training to maintain skills and role competence.
• Provide high‑quality patient interaction, demonstrating professionalism, dignity, respect, clear communication, confidentiality and commitment to Equality & Diversity.
• Drive and maintain SFRS vehicles, ensuring they are clean, correctly stocked, refuelled and fit for purpose.
• Carry out any other duties, commensurate with the grade, as required by the Head of Prevent, Protect and Partnerships.

• Experience of working alone efficiently and using initiative to meet demands.
• Present a smart appearance and convey confidence to the public.
• Full Driving Licence; over 25 and less than 6 penalty points.

• Experience handling specialist equipment such as Manger Camel/Elk lifting device or Raizer chair and patient handling techniques.
• Experience working with vulnerable groups.
• First Response Emergency Care 3 Qualification.

• Adhere to Services Health and Safety and Manual Handling policies.
• Support the department to ensure Health and Safety requirements are complied with in accordance with Service Policy.
• Maintain all data in accordance with Service Policy, GDPR, Freedom of Information and current legislation.

This post requires an Enhanced Adult DBS check before commencement of employment.

Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service commits to safeguarding and promotes welfare of adults, children and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers share this commitment.

This vacancy is advertised internally and externally. Further details of the key tasks and responsibilities can be found within the role profile.

To apply please submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role.

Closing date for receipt of all applications is 16 February 2026 Midday 12:00.

Candidates must be available for interview between 3rd and 6th March 2026.

Candidates must be able to commence an immediate (subject to notice period) contract.

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Access to Gyms & Fitness Advisor
• Free Parking at Most Sites
• Enhanced Maternity Package
• Occupational Health
• Well‑being Champions
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eye Tests
• Flexible Working Scheme
• The Firefighter Charity
• Cycle Scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Flamesavers
• Rewards for rescue
• Say So
• Development Programme
• Trade Unions
• Career Breaks
• Physiotherapy
• TRiM
• Employment Network
• Fostering Friendly

Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve.

All appointments are made based on merit and applications from all underrepresented groups are welcomed.

Please note if you are successful at interview and commence pre‑employment checks this will include DBS.