Looking for a career with purpose?
Want a career with purpose, challenge, teamwork and the chance to do something genuinely meaningful?
Whether you’re already a firefighter, leaving the Armed Forces, or simply ready for a complete career change, this could be the opportunity you didn’t know existed.
We’re looking for people to join us as Sponsored Reserve Firefighter, a unique role combining civilian firefighting with military purpose, supporting Defence both in the UK and overseas. This is a chance to build a career where you’ll be trained, supported and trusted to make a real difference. The role forms part of the RAF firefighter force and supports rescue and firefighting capability across the UK and on overseas operations.
As part of our commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from people who are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, as well as women and career-changers.
Job title:
Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Northolt
Job Description:
A route in — whether you’re building on experience or ready for a fresh start
No firefighting experience? No problem.
You may be eligible for a Level 3 Firefighter Apprenticeship , a paid, earn-while-you-learn route into a long-term career.
If you’ve ever thought:
“I want to do something that matters.”
“I’m ready for a new challenge.”
This could be it.
What makes this different?
You’ll be part of a mission-critical service supporting Defence operations in the UK and overseas
Responding to real incidents in high-pressure environments
Working with specialist equipment and RAF teams
Supporting Defence operations in the UK and overseas
Be part of a close-knit, professional team
With a unique pattern of 4 months overseas, 16 months in the UK , you’ll have structure, variety and purpose.
Why join us?
Build a long-term career
Gain recognised training
Earn while you learn through the apprenticeship route, if eligible
Be part of something purposeful
Join a team where your contribution matters every day
What you’ll need to join us
We’re looking for people with the right mindset, commitment and potential to succeed in a demanding but rewarding role. To apply, you’ll need to:
Be a UK or Republic of Ireland citizen, dual national, or Commonwealth citizen from birth
Have lived in the UK for at least 5 years (in some cases, 3 years may be considered)
Hold a full UK driving licence
Be able to meet the required fitness standards - including selection and pre-joining tests (we provide clear guidance to help you prepare)
Meet the medical and health standards for the role, including eyesight and general fitness
Be prepared to complete situational and behavioural assessments, along with all required background checks
What’s in it for you
This is a career that gives back in development, in purpose, and in the benefits that support you along the way:
A starting salary of £30,954, rising to £34,823 once fully trained
£7,000 deployment payment each time you deploy overseas
An annual Operational Training Supplement of £1,500 (subject to criteria)
23 days’ holiday, with the option to buy more
Pension and life assurance to support your future
15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
Access to wellbeing support and benefits, including the Cycle2Work scheme
The opportunity to be part of employee networks that champion diversity, inclusion and belonging
Ready for something different?
Bring your experience. Bring your potential.
We’ll help you build a career you can be proud of.
What we hope you’ll do next
Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Equal Opportunities
At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [email protected] or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss.
For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.
If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - [email protected]
Location:
Middlesex
,
United Kingdom
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
