Apply to be an on-call firefighter

Pay and benefits

There are three levels of pay for on-call firefighters:

  • trainee
  • development
  • competent

Your level depends upon your training, knowledge and experience.

The current on-call firefighter pay includes:

  • a retainer fee (between £2,383 and £3,177 per annum)
  • an hourly rate (between £10.88 and £14.51)
  • a disturbance allowance (£4.18 per hour for each call-out)

As an on-call firefighter, you will get the same benefits as other employees. This includes:

  • a pension scheme
  • employee discounts
  • flexible working practices
  • excellent training
  • paid holidays
  • tax-saving schemes, such as childcare vouchers
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Contact fire and rescue recruitment

Telephone: 0800 3580 204

Have a Go Days

LFR ‘Have A Go’ days give people an insight into what a firefighter does and the required strength, fitness and aptitude. Please note: you must be 18 years of age or over to participate.

Book on a Have a Go Day

Awareness webinars

We are holding a number of webinars to help you understand the role of an On-Call Firefighter and find out more about the recruitment process.

Book an awareness webinar

Awareness session video

View our awareness session video to find out more about the role before applying.

Watch video