Truro - On-Call Firefighter

Truro - On-Call Firefighter – Cornwall Council

About the Role

We are currently recruiting On-Call Firefighters at Truro Community Fire Station. This rewarding role offers the flexibility of part‑time hours while serving the community.

Job Overview

On-Call Firefighters maintain everyday lives and jobs until they are summoned. Once called, they become professional Firefighters, ready to respond to a range of operational incidents. Their duties include fire and road safety prevention, education, safeguarding, and emergency response.

Contracted Weekly Average Hours

• 45 hours: 31–60
• 75 hours: 61–90
• 105 hours: 91–119
• 120+ hours: 120

Additional Resources

More information about the role, the NFCC information pack, and the role profile are available to applicants.

You Must / What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Be available to respond to or live/work no more than five minutes from your nearest station
• Be at least 18 years old at the start of employment (you can apply earlier); no maximum age limit
• Have no unspent criminal convictions at the time you start employment (unspent convictions at the time of application can be discussed at first contact)
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Be able to drive at the start of employment (you can apply before you have a licence)
• Have good eyesight meeting visual standards
• Have a good level of strength and fitness – you must be able to reach level 8.8 on the bleep test
• Have a good grasp of Maths and English (you may need to undertake NFCC written tests; formal qualifications are not required)

This position will be subject to a standard criminal record disclosure check.

County Fire and Rescue Service Vision and Values

We have a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are passionate to ensure we continue to promote this commitment throughout our recruitment campaigns. We encourage applications from all underrepresented and marginalised groups who aspire to work for Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service and to make a difference to our communities.

Our core values are:

• Putting our communities first – we put the interest of the public, the community and service users first
• Integrity – we act with integrity, open, honest and consistent
• Dignity and respect – making decisions objectively based on evidence, without discrimination or bias
• Leadership – we are all positive role models, demonstrating flexibility and resilient leadership
• Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) – we recognise and promote the value of EDI, stand against all forms of discrimination

We look forward to welcoming you into the Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service family.

What You’ll Get In Return

Cornwall Council aims to be an employer of choice with a high performing council and a learning organisation. We provide a reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and reward our employees. Flexible working options support work/life balance while ensuring service needs are met.

Our Core Employee Rewards and Benefits Include

• A competitive salary
• A defined benefit pension scheme based on career average earnings, with option for extra voluntary contributions
• A generous annual leave entitlement, with potential to purchase additional leave
• National award‑winning employee health and well‑being programme
• Employee benefits scheme giving access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services

Additional Information

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Application Process

You will be asked to provide a personal statement, including examples, of how you proactively demonstrate the ethical principles of the NFCC Core Code of Ethics. This must be attached to your application.

You can add your education and qualifications details manually using the application form timeline, or upload your CV.

You should then complete and attach the application form linked to this advert. The completed application form must be attached before submission.

The role profile and guidance on how to complete your application can be found in the listed references.

Applications cannot be edited after submission. For queries or assistance, contact the Fire Service People Team at peo

Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle.

About Us

Cornwall Council delivers services to more than half a million local people and over five million visitors a year. We emphasize fairness and inclusion, striving for a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer.

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