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Wholetime Firefighter Transferee

JOIN CAMBRIDGESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE AS A WHOLETIME FIREFIGHTER TRANSFEREE

Take your career further with a Service that puts people first.

You already know that being a firefighter isn’t just a job. It’s a career that challenges, rewards, and fulfils. But if you’re looking for something a bit more, joining CFRS could be the next step that makes a real difference to your career.  

We take pride in our results and our role in protecting communities - but what sets us apart is our culture of support, ambition, and inclusivity.

94% of our people care about the future of CFRS

88% are proud to work for CFRS

78% would recommend CFRS as a great place to work

We are now looking for competent Wholetime Firefighters who share our values and want to make a difference in a supportive, ambitious, and community-focused service. 

Why Choose CFRS?

Our firefighters are the heart of our service. We provide more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose, belonging, and progression.

A Service you’ll be proud to be part of

88% of our people say they are proud to work for CFRS—because we value teamwork, fairness, and personal growth.

A career with meaning and future opportunities

81% of our employees want to continue working at CFRS in two years' time—because we invest in them, offering specialist training, leadership pathways and career progression opportunities.

A culture that motivates and inspires

83% of our people feel motivated to give their best—because we nurture a supportive and inclusive working environment where every firefighter is valued and heard.

Not all fire services are the same

At CFRS we believe in more than just getting the job done—we believe in recognition, support, and continuous development. That’s why 82% of our employees are satisfied working here, and why so many choose to stay. 

When you join CFRS, you’ll benefit from:

  • Career progression & specialist training – Whether you want to develop new skills, gain qualifications, or advance into leadership, we’ll give you the opportunities to grow.
  • Health & Wellbeing Support – Your wellbeing matters. We provide access to mental health resources, an Employee Assistance Programme, and occupational health services to support you throughout your career.
  • A culture of inclusion & belonging – We don’t expect you to fit a mould—we want you to bring your whole self to the job. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive, diverse, and inclusive workforce, with inclusion ambassadors and networks in place to champion every member of our team.

At CFRS, you’ll be valued, developed, and supported—because when you’re at your best, so is our service.

How to apply:

Please complete an online application form that you can find here: https://forms.office.com/e/fscxriReqM

The closing date for completed applications is Friday 30 May 2025 at 1700. Any applications received after this time will not be considered. 

You’ll find the job description, person specification and key dates within the recruitment pack. 

You may also wish to refer to the Leadership Development Framework. 

Make the move. Make a difference. Join CFRS today.