On-Call Firefighter - Burslem, Hanley, Kidsgrove, Loggerheads, Newcastle, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Client: Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 34151b133b57
Job Views: 52
Posted: 22.01.2025
Expiry Date: 08.03.2025
Job Description:
About The Role
On-Call Firefighters are a crucial part of the Fire Service - they provide an efficient and effective emergency service to the community of Staffordshire.
What is an On-Call Firefighter?
On-Call Firefighters provide emergency response cover from either their home or work base. To be eligible to apply, you need to live or work close to a fire station; all applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
After their initial training course, On-Call Firefighters attend weekly drill nights to ensure they maintain their skills. Additionally, there are many more opportunities for training throughout the year. As well as responding to emergencies, On-Call Firefighters can also get involved in community fire safety initiatives in their local area, including safe & well and school visits.
Self Assessment Test
* Would you like to be part of a profession where you can put your life skills into action every day?
* Would you like to work as part of a team?
* Would you like to work in the community meeting new people, being in new situations and meeting new challenges?
* Are you willing to work nights, evenings, weekends and public holidays including Christmas and New Year?
* Are you ready to work outdoors in cold, hazardous conditions for long periods through both the day and night?
* Are you mentally strong enough to deal with highly stressful situations in a positive and professional manner, helping people in distress and giving them first aid?
In order to become an On-Call Firefighter, you must live or work within five minutes of your local fire station so you can respond immediately. Your local fire station will have a map detailing the boundaries for the five-minute callout time; please pay them a visit to see whether you fall into this category.
Many On-Call Firefighters are in full-time employment and have an agreement with their employer to leave work should they be alerted to attend an incident. Others provide cover during nights or weekends. The On-Call service also appeals to unemployed people.
As an On-Call Firefighter, you will play a full and valuable role in Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and you can expect the same respect from the community and have the same job satisfaction as full-time Firefighters.
Key Requirements
* Have a real wish to support your local community
* Have an enthusiasm and willingness to work in a team environment
* Have a good level of physical fitness
You will also need to agree on a declaration of availability with the local Station Manager. To obtain this, you need to visit your nearest station, ideally on one of the drill nights.
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