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Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Brize Norton
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Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Brize Norton
Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Brize Norton
Are you looking for a career with purpose?
Want a career packed with challenge, teamwork, and the opportunity to do something genuinely meaningful?
This unique opportunity could be the career change you haven’t yet discovered.
About the Role
Ideal for firefighters, veterans from the Armed Forces, or those seeking a complete career transition — we are looking for people to join us as Sponsored Reserve Firefighters.
This is more than just a job. It’s a combination of civilian firefighting with military purpose, supporting Defence efforts across the UK and overseas. You’ll train, be supported, and trusted to make an impact.
As part of our inclusive and diverse workforce commitment, we are particularly encouraging applications from:
- Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority backgrounds
- Women
- Career changers
Job Description
Mission and Structure
You’ll join a mission-critical team supporting both UK and overseas Defence operations, delivering firefighting and rescue services in high-pressure environments.
Reservation pattern:
- 4 months overseas
- 16 months in the UK
This gives you the chance to experience structured work with variety and purpose, while contributing to real-world missions.
What Makes This Role Unique?
- Responding to incidents in high-pressure situations
- Working alongside RAF teams and specialist firefighting equipment
- Combining civilian firefighting with military operational support
- Part of a tight-knit, professional team where every role matters
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Looking for a long-term career with progression? There’s an opportunity to start through a Level 3 Firefighter Apprenticeship if you don’t have existing experience. This is a paid, earn-while-you-learn route into a fulfilling firefighting career.
Sound right? If you’ve ever thought:
- "I want to do something that truly matters."
- "I’m ready for a fresh challenge."
- "This could define my career path."
Then this opportunity might be what you’re looking for.
Why Choose This Career?
✅ Build a fulfilling, long-term career ✅ Gain recognised firefighting and military training ✅ Earn while you learn, with an apprenticeship route option available ✅ Work towards meaningful missions, in the UK and overseas ✅ Join a valued team where your contribution is relied on daily
Requirements to Join Us
You will need to demonstrate the following to apply:
- Be a UK, Republic of Ireland, or Commonwealth citizen
- Born a dual national and hold UK citizenship, or be born as a Commonwealth citizen
- Have lived at least 5 years in the UK (in some cases, 3 years may suffice)
- Hold a full UK driving licence
- Meet the fitness standards for firefighting including corrective exercises guidance:
- Ability to pass selection and pre-joining tests
- Meet medical and health standards, including vision and health checks
- Commit to sit situational and behavioural assessments; passport number and background security checks
All applicants must show they will exhibit the right mindset and commitment, along with meeting the geographical and EU accessibility criteria.
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Benefits of Being a Sponsored Reserve Firefighter
- Starting Salary: £30,954 (rising to £34,823 after full training)
- Over £7,000 deployment payment for each overseas assignment
- An annual Operational Training Supplement (OTS) worth £1,500 (subject to eligibility)
- 23 days annual leave with the option to buy extra holiday
- Pension and life assurance to support your future
- 15 weeks fully paid leave for maternity/adoption and/or shared parental leave
- Wellbeing support, including access to Cycle2Work scheme
- Opportunity to join employee networks championing diversity and inclusion
Ready for Something Different?
- You bring experience, ambition, and potential.
- **We’ll shape it into a rewarding long-term firefighting career.
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Equal Opportunities Commitment
At Capita, we're committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace. We want Candidates to feel fully supported throughout their application, and any essential adjustments can be made.
How We Respond to Reasonable Accommodations:
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please:
- Email: reasonableadjustments@capita.com
- Call: 07784 237318
For general enquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact:
- Email: capscareers@capita.com
For more information regarding equity and diversity, visit the Capita Careers website.
Location:
Wallingford, United Kingdom
Work Pattern:
Full-time permanent role with deployment rotation.
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