Employees can access any of the gym equipment across our stations free of charge and are eligible for a corporate discounted membership at selected leisure centres.
- Careers
- Staff Benefits
Looking after our staff and making sure they're happy at work is really important to us. As well as a career where you know you're making a difference - there are a range of benefits such as a attractive annual leave allowance that come with working for us.
Pension schemeEnrolment for all Service employees. Members of the schemes will benefit from a generous employer contribution.
Annual leaveGenerous annual leave allowance - minimum basic entitlement of 26 days plus 8 bank holiday days. Increasing after 5 years of service.
Free gym access and leisure centre discountEmployees can access any of the gym equipment across our stations free of charge and are eligible for a corporate discounted membership at selected leisure centres.
Free parkingThere is free parking for staff at our Service Headquarters and at our fire stations.
Maternity/Adoption:Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, subject to qualifying criteria. 45 weeks full pay.
Smarter, flexible working:Your work life balance is important to us, and the service encourages flexible working and believes that work is what you do not where you do it.
Sports and Wellbeing AssociationFrom running arts to rugby, there are lots of staff-run sports and well-being sections you can sign up to, offering a space to socialise and boost your fitness in a fun way!
The Fire Fighters CharityHelping everyday heroes recover their lives by supporting their physical health, mental health, and social wellbeing. All Service employees including their family members are eligible: www.firefighterscharity.org.uk
Learning and developmentOpportunities for employees to further develop in their roles and pursue training and development pathways and qualifications, including offering apprenticeships to staff at all levels.
StaywellAccess to Fitness Advisors and on-site Personal Trainers to assist with your health and wellbeing.
On site Occupational Health UnitThe Occupational Health team provides an extensive range of services to all employees
TRiMTrauma Risk in Management (TRiM) is provided to all employees following a difficult operational experience. Research has shown that TRIM may assist in increasing mental resilience through support from colleagues.
Staff networksWe have several established staff network groups, including, Armed Forces Network, Divergence - Neurodiversity Network, FirePride - LGBTQ+ Network, Limitless - Womens’ Network, Race, Equality and Cultural Heritage (REACH) Staff Network and Staywell Network
Cycle to work schemeWe have a cycle to work scheme that is available to all staff
Flu vaccinationsEmployees can claim back a fixed amount towards the cost of their flu vaccinations.
Eye test voucherEmployees are eligible for free eye tests and a discount towards glasses.
Employee recognition scheme and loyalty awardRecognising 20 and 40 years
Continuous serviceExisting Local Government / Fire Service employees entering the service with no break in service will maintain continuous service.
Blue Light CardYou are eligible to access the Blue Light Card scheme, which gives members of emergency services discounts online and on the high street. We’ve also partnered with lots of local organisations who will give you access to discounts too.
Local discountsDiscounts are available at local companies within the Local area upon showing your Service ID card.
We recognise Unison, the Fire Brigades Union (FBU), the Fire and Rescue Service Association (FRSA) and the Fire Officers Association (FOA) as negotiating panners.