Description Suffolk County Council, Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service West District (full list of locations below) A guide to what an On-Call Firefighter is paid (an annual salary an hourly rate and disturbance fee for attending incidents and training) On Call Permanent How would you like opportunity to earn an additional income which fits around your work and family commitments? Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service are recruiting On-Call Firefighters to join our emergency response service to deal with fires, road traffic collisions and a wide range of emergencies. On-Call Firefighters are a vital part of the Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service. They provide an efficient, effective service that gives emergency cover across the county. In Suffolk, on-call Firefighters make up 66% of the Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service workforce and are generally located in rural communities, small towns and villages. Minimum requirements to become an On-Call Firefighter: Minimum 18 years old (there is no upper age limit). Live or work within 5 to 8 minutes of a fire station in Suffolk. Hold a full UK driving licence and access to personal transport. Have a reasonable level of personal fitness. Have permission to be released from your main employment to attend emergency incidents (if you will be attending calls whilst at work). Can operate at heights and confined spaces. Keep calm under pressure. Ability to work well in a team. Can develop your skills and work independently. Hours of work You would be contracted to work a set amount of hours based on your availability, during which, you would need to keep a pager with you. You would agree which hours you cover; it could be days, nights, weekends or a combination of these. Benefits of being an On-Call Firefighter: The satisfaction and respect that comes with providing such a crucial service. An annual salary (retainer fee) which is paid monthly, plus an hourly rate and disturbance fee for attending incidents. An hourly fee for attending drill nights and training courses. Contribution to the new Firefighter's pension scheme. Issued with a uniform and personal protective equipment. Additional benefits include shopping vouchers and discounts, public transport discounts, tax-free bike schemes, childcare vouchers and a health, wellbeing and lifestyle support scheme. Career prospects Within the service, there is a clear career progression route, as follows: Trainee Firefighter Development Firefighter Competent Firefighter Crew Manager Watch Manager In Suffolk, we support the progression of on-call firefighters into full-time roles, therefore career progression into many other roles is possible. Stations available: Brandon, Bury St Edmunds, Clare, Elmswell, Haverhill, Ixworth, Newmarket, Sudbury, Wickhambrook. You will state in your application which station you are applying for. Please note that the cover required will be subject to station need and will form part of the shortlisting process. Find out about the fire stations in Suffolk and find your nearest station. For more information Please read our On-Call Firefighter information pack and visit our On-Call Firefighter site. For any further questions, please contact the SFRS Recruitment Team by emailing SFRS.Recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk. How to apply Step 1: Read the advert, Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2: Complete the Supporting Statement Form which includes 3 questions (other formats will not be accepted). Step 3: Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application and upload your supporting statement on the final page. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 30 November 2024. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.