We meet the needs of the establishment so this number varies throughout the year. Therefore we recruit based on these numbers. We are now recruiting on a more regular basis and anticipate that this will be every 3-4 months. Please do not be disheartened if you do not secure a place first time. You will have the opportunity to re-submit your interest if you are unsuccessful.
We do not ask for any specific qualifications in order for you to apply, as candidates are required to undergo literacy and numeracy based questions.
Following successful completion of basic training you will be placed at a station where there is a vacancy. We try to accommodate requests for specific areas where possible.
No. At the time of registration you must permanently reside at a West Yorkshire postcode. Proof of your address will be requested.
You will be able to apply when the recruitment process opens and you will have to complete all elements of the selection process.
If individuals have a question about their medical fitness to work, they should address all queries to our Occupational Health Department via email at occupationalhealth@westyorksfire.gov.uk
Yes you may use a calculator when undertaking this test.
You can have tattoos providing they do not cause offence, and you may asked to cover these up. If you require clarification this can be discussed at the Point of Entry Selection testing should you reach that stage. This is the first point where you will meet WYFRS staff.
All correspondence will be via email/text, and our contact email address is wholetimeapplications@westyorksfire.gov.uk. Please note that emails may go into spam/junk folders, particularly for hotmail accounts. Therefore we strongly advise applicants to add our email address to your address book and also regularly check other folders before contacting us. Whether you are successful or unsuccessful at each stage, we will always inform you of the decision.
No. If successful following application/online testing you will be invited to a physical testing day. You will be required to confirm your attendance for the physical tests, assessments and interviews. If you do not confirm, we will not expect you to attend, and we will withdraw you from the process.
