Have A Go firefighter taster events planned

AHEAD of Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service’s upcoming recruitment process for wholetime firefighters, the service is putting on several events to allow those interested in the job the chance to find out more about the role.

This includes fitness level requirements and what the job entails, the opportunity to speak with current firefighters and one of their recruitment champions about any further questions you may have.

They are holding a number of Have A Go taster events in the coming weeks and months up to the application closing date. The first two events will be held at Birstall Fire Station on Saturday and Sunday, August 11-12.

A spokesperson said: “Some of their Have A Go days specifically target under-represented groups (women, those with certain disabilities and people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds) to come along to gain an insight into the role of a firefighter.

“This type of event is considered positive action. Positive action involves taking positive steps to help encourage sections of the community that are underrepresented in their workforce to consider a career with them. However, there will be Have A Go events that will be open to anybody.

“At these events, attendees can get hands-on experience of the jobrelated tests involved in the recruitment process. The first two events the Service is holding are targeted at women. This is due to research demonstrating the physical differences in men and women, which sometimes means women need more time to improve their fitness to meet the standards required by all firefighters.”

You must book a session time if you wish to attend either of the above events. This can be done via their website www.leicestershire-fire.gov.uk/careerswith- us/ recruitment/ wholetime/