Business Administration Apprentice
Location: Headquarters, Winsford – Sadler Road
Salary: £13.45 per hour / £25,948.96 per annum. Cheshire Fire are a UK Living Wage (Living Wage Foundation) employer. Increases to hourly rates are advised by the Foundation at the beginning of November each year.
37 hours per week
Temporary – 18 month fixed term contract commencing 28 September 2026 and ending 24 March 2028
Please note, you will need to be aged 18 or over on the start date of 28th September 2026.
Kickstart your career with Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS).
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Business Administration Apprentice.
This is much more than a traditional administration role. During your apprenticeship you'll work across different Service departments, typically rotating every three months, gaining hands-on experience, building professional networks and developing a broad understanding of how Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service operates.
We are looking for a motivated individual with a genuine desire to learn, grow and make a positive contribution. You'll be adaptable, eager to embrace new challenges and confident working with different teams across the Service.
Just starting out? So were we once — and we believe fresh ideas and new perspectives are what keep us moving forward. Whether you're a recent graduate, school leaver, or simply ready to kick off your career, we’re more interested in your potential than a packed-out CV. If you're curious, motivated, and ready to learn, we’d love to hear from you. This could be the start of something great.
As part of this apprenticeship, you will:
- Complete a Level 3 Business Administration qualification, with Warrington and Vale Royal College
- Receive guidance and support from experienced colleagues
- Gain experience across a variety of Service departments, learning how different teams work together to support the communities of Cheshire, Halton and Warrington
- Have dedicated time during the working week for training and coursework
- Attend College one day per week for 12 weeks, from January 2027 and engage in apprenticeship tasks and reviews
- Be responsible for travel to and from college (with expenses covered by the Service)
- Be offered further enriched development opportunities
If you're enthusiastic about developing your career, keen to work in a professional and community-focused organisation, and ready to learn in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience across a range of Service departments, build valuable transferable skills and establish strong foundations for your future career.
Assessment Centre will take place on 17th August 2026, which includes in-tray exercise, interview and group exercise. The apprenticeship is for 18 months, and we are looking for someone to start Monday 28th September 2026.
Further information, a full job description and application form can be found on our website or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at [email protected]
To apply please go to our website and complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description. Please ensure you read the ‘Application Guidance Notes before’ completing your application. Please return completed application forms via email to [email protected] and quote job reference 13 26 BAA on your application form.
CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on-site gym.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 31st July, 12:00 noon
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]
This post is subject to a satisfactory Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check.
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.
Pay: From £13.45 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
