Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) are welcoming applications for the post of Fire Control (Firefighter) for two permanent positions that have become available.

The post will require the successful candidate to work within a small team, they need to be able to think fast and be confident within the busy working environment of Fire Control.  Along with providing advice and support to members of the community, to aid survival of an emergency event, the individual will also be determining, supporting and maintaining the response of the emergency service. 

We’re looking for a level-headed, enthusiastic and proactive individuals, preferably with experience of working in a call taking environment with the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and to tight deadlines.  

Whilst this can be a very challenging role, it is also an immensely rewarding position.

If you’ve got what it takes, we want you to join us, to do so: -

• You must complete an online application form outlining how you meet the job requirements for the role.
• You must be prepared to attend a test session and interview.  Details of these two requirements will be provided during the process should you be successful at the shortlisting stage.
• You must be aged at least 18 years and over.
• You must be prepared to undertake a standard disclosure check.
• Initial acquisition training provided will be determined by LFRS and will be an internal course (Expectation will be that there will be no time off during the initial acquisition training)

Once you have completed your initial training, you will begin the development phase.  This will allow you to apply your new knowledge, understanding and skills to real life incidents, with an end point assessment which will deem you eligible to move from the development stage to competent.

Benefits you will receive:

•    Competitive salary

•    Flexible working

•    Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays

•    Full support for ongoing professional development

•    On-site gym facilities

•    Free onsite parking

•    Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card

•    Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support

•    Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

•    Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire.

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date:  23:59 29^th January 2025

Point of Entry Selection Tests – w/c 10^th of February 2025 (part day attendance) 

Interviews will take place – w/c 24^th of February 2025

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include:

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion
• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme
• British Sign Language Charter
• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA)

Pension Considerations

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge.  Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team.

Sponsorship

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.