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Job details
Job title
On-Call to Wholetime Firefighter Transfer (Internal only)
Job reference
REQ000201
Date posted
17/03/2023
Application closing date
03/04/2023
Location
Headquarters
Salary
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Package
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Contractual hours
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Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Operations
Job description
We are inviting applications from competent On-Call (RDS) Firefighters from Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service to join us as a Wholetime Firefighter on our 24-hour duty system.
We are looking for individuals who possess the following personal qualities:
Keen to contribute to a safer community
Committed to equality and fairness
An understanding of their role with regards to health, safety and welfare.
Motivated
Effective team member
Effective communicator
Flexible approach to undertaking new initiatives.
Applicants must have 3 x GCSEs grade 9-4 (A-C) or equivalent in Maths, English and one other subject (proof of qualifications will be required).
Those who don’t currently have the relevant qualifications or proof of the relevant qualifications may still apply. Those who pass the selection process will be placed on a holding list pending proof of the qualification(s).
Functional Skills Qualifications level 2 are acceptable qualifications and individuals will be supported to undertake these, please contact [email protected] or Competency and Development Team for more information.
Continued competence needs to be evidenced through PDR Pro.
Successful candidates will be required to serve at any community fire station within the Service.
Closing date 10th April 2023
Online Tests will commence from 5th April 2023
Interviews will be held on 26th and 27th April 2023
Attached is the Wholetime Firefighter Job Description and Frequently Asked Questions.
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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