Nottinghamshire Fire Service wants young people to join cadets programme
Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service (NFRS) is calling on young people from across the county to apply for its upcoming fire cadet programme.
The scheme is set to begin in September and will be based at Carlton Fire Station, with weekly sessions taking place on Wednesday evenings.
Each session will last two hours, starting and finishing between 6pm and 9pm.
Those selected will initially take part in a 10-week induction programme designed to introduce cadets to the fundamentals of the fire and rescue service, while developing teamwork, discipline and resilience.
Following this induction, cadets who demonstrate commitment and maintain regular attendance will progress onto a 52-week programme, where they will officially become NFRS fire cadets.
At this stage, participants will be issued a uniform and begin working towards a level one qualification.
Applications for the fire cadet programme are now ope at notts-fire.gov.uk/news/fire-cadets/
Please note that applications close on Wednesday, June 17.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take part in a 'look at life' event on Wednesday, July 29.
Interviews will take place between August 5 and 12 and successful applicants will receive acceptance letters mid-August.
As part of the programme, successful cadets will have the opportunity to get involved with community events, including the Remembrance Parade in November, helping them to engage with and give back to their local communities.
An NFRS spokesperson said: “The cadets programme offers a unique and rewarding experience for young people who are interested in learning new skills, making friends and gaining insight into the emergency services, all while contributing positively to their communities.
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