Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service

0000 Vacancy Title

Cheshire Fire & Rescue Service xxxxxxxxxx Department

Starting Salary of £xxxxxx within the Salary Scale x range £xxxxxx - £xxxxx per annum based on experience

xx hours per week

Permanent/ Temporary – xx month fixed term contract until xxxx

If it isn't obvious from the job description, please add in a line about working situation eg: this position is based in an open plan office in HQ / lone office in station or out in the public etc.

To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.

Please quote job reference xxxxxxx on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: xxxxxxxxxxx

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: [email protected]

Applications for part-time and job share working will be considered for this post. – CHECK VAF

For all support/ operational vacancies unless Enhanced Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.

IF Enhanced DBS applicable post Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

If temporary/ fixed term vacancy: Please note that internal applicants must inform their Head of Department that they are applying for the role before submitting their application.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.

As of July 2025 we need to include a Diversity Statement with each job advert. Please ask the hiring Manager / Panel to select the one most appropriate to the post and department. For example, if it’s an apprentice role please select one of the paragraphs aimed at encouraging younger people to apply.

General for underrepresented groups:

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.

Formal version suitable for a senior position: (if we have strong or equitable diversity in the position)

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive leadership team and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from groups historically underrepresented in the fire and rescue service. We value a broad range of perspectives and experiences, and welcome candidates who can demonstrate the strategic insight, leadership capability, and commitment to excellence that this role demands.

Specifically to encourage women to apply for a senior position:

We are dedicated to advancing gender diversity at all levels of our organisation and strongly encourage applications from women, particularly for senior leadership roles where female representation remains limited across the fire and rescue service. We recognise that talent and potential are not defined solely by traditional career paths or checklists of experience, and we welcome applicants who can bring strategic vision, leadership, and a fresh perspective to this position.

Formal and inclusive paragraph tailored for operational FIREFIGHTER roles, encouraging applications from diverse and underrepresented groups:

We are committed to building a fire and rescue service that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those who are underrepresented in operational firefighter roles — including women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community,