More on-call firefighters are needed at Maiden Newton Fire Station.

A recruitment event will be held at the station on Wednesday, March 16 with a drop-in session from 10am to 3pm, followed by a 'have a go' session during the evening from 6.30pm and 8.30pm for anyone interested in learning more about a fire service career.

Station manager Neil Tidball, the on-call development manager, said: "The role of a firefighter is very rewarding and it requires determination, courage, motivation and a genuine desire to serve the community.

"Successful candidates will become part of a well-trained workforce, earning additional income, and gaining transferable skills such as first aid, driving qualifications and health and safety knowledge - which can also benefit them in their primary employment."

There are opportunities for anyone who could provide cover during the week and/or at weekends, with flexible contracts on offer for those who work shifts or have childcare responsibilities.

On-call firefighters live and/or work within the local community and are paid to respond to emergencies during whatever periods of cover have been agreed. When the pager goes off, a firefighter can be called to a wide range of incidents, such as commercial and domestic fires, road traffic collisions, rescues from height or water, animal rescue or flooding.

If you are interested in applying to be an on-call firefighter - or you're a local employer with staff who may want to offer availability - visit dwfire.org.uk, email [email protected] or call 01722 691444 and leave a message.

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