Salary Range: £1,413 - £5,652 per annum, plus additional incident call out payments
Hours per week: Minimum of 31 on-call hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
The Role:
An on-call firefighter is a paid person employed by the fire and rescue service who is ‘on call’ to respond to emergencies and engage with their community. They have everyday lives and jobs until their pager sounds, then they become professional firefighters.
The work may be called ‘part-time’, but on-call firefighters are trained and experienced, saving lives and protecting people and assets. They are paid, receive thorough training, and develop skills for emergency situations and personal development.
On-call firefighters come from all community backgrounds, including full-time or part-time employment, self-employment, students, or those not currently employed. They contribute significantly to community safety.
This demanding role offers the chance to make a real difference. It involves forming close team relationships and participating in community events.
They respond to a variety of situations beyond fires, such as community fire safety, flooding, co-responding, road accidents, chemical spills, and animal rescues.
Previous Experience:
No prior experience is necessary as comprehensive training is provided. Essential qualities include enthusiasm, the ability to reach the fire station quickly after alert, and physical fitness, as the role can be physically demanding.
Note: Applicants must live or work within 4 minutes of the Fire Station; otherwise, their application will be rejected.
Additional Information:
* HIWFRS Values:
* Reaching Further: Inspiring and challenging ourselves and others.
* Showing Respect: Fairness, honesty, and integrity.
* Supporting Others: Listening and acting with compassion and empathy.
* Everyone Playing Their Part: Recognizing contributions.
Vetting Requirements: Standard DBS Check
Contact for Informal Discussion: On-Call Support Team
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. We promote equality and are a Disability Confident Employer.
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