Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Northolt

Capita plc; Northolt; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle2Work scheme

Wellbeing support and benefits

Pension and life assurance

23 days holiday

Job summary

Capita plc in Northolt is recruiting for a Sponsored Reserve Firefighter to join the RAF Northolt firefighting team. This civilian role combines firefighting with Defence service, offering training, support and a meaningful career path within the RAF firefighter force.

You will be eligible for a Level 3 Firefighter Apprenticeship, earn while you learn, and contribute to operations in the UK and overseas. The role emphasizes inclusivity and professional development within Capita's framework.

Qualifications

• Be a UK or Republic of Ireland citizen, dual national, or Commonwealth citizen from birth
• Have lived in the UK for at least 5 years (in some cases, 3 years may be considered)
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Be able to meet the required fitness standards - including selection and pre-joining tests (we provide clear guidance to help you prepare)
• Meet the medical and health standards for the role, including eyesight and general fitness
• Be prepared to complete situational and behavioural assessments, along with all required background checks

Responsibilities

• Responding to real incidents in high-pressure environments
• Working with specialist equipment and RAF teams
• Supporting Defence operations in the UK and overseas
• Be part of a close-knit, professional team

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Physical fitness

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Firefighter Apprenticeship

Tools

RAF firefighting equipment

Job description

Sponsored Reserve Firefighter - RAF Northolt

Want a career with purpose, challenge, teamwork and the chance to do something genuinely meaningful?

Whether you're already a firefighter, leaving the Armed Forces, or simply ready for a complete career change, this could be the opportunity you didn't know existed.

We're looking for people to join us as Sponsored Reserve Firefighter, a unique role combining civilian firefighting with military purpose, supporting Defence both in the UK and overseas. This is a chance to build a career where you'll be trained, supported and trusted to make a real difference. The role forms part of the RAF firefighter force and supports rescue and firefighting capability across the UK and on overseas operations.

As part of our commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from people who are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds, as well as women and career-changers.

A route in - whether you're building on experience or ready for a fresh start

You may be eligible for a

Level 3 Firefighter Apprenticeship, a paid, earn-while-you-learn route into a long-term career.

If you've ever thought:

\"I want to do something that matters.\"

\"I'm ready for a new challenge.\"

This could be it.

What makes this different?

• Responding to real incidents in high-pressure environments
• Working with specialist equipment and RAF teams
• Supporting Defence operations in the UK and overseas
• Be part of a close-knit, professional team

4 months overseas, 16 months in the UK

• Build a long-term career
• Gain recognised training
• Earn while you learn through the apprenticeship route, if eligible
• Be part of something purposeful
• Join a team where your contribution matters every day

What you’ll need to join us

• Be a UK or Republic of Ireland citizen, dual national, or Commonwealth citizen from birth
• Have lived in the UK for at least 5 years (in some cases, 3 years may be considered)
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Be able to meet the required fitness standards - including selection and pre-joining tests (we provide clear guidance to help you prepare)
• Meet the medical and health standards for the role, including eyesight and general fitness
• Be prepared to complete situational and behavioural assessments, along with all required background checks

What’s in it for you

• A starting salary of £30,954, rising to £34,823 once fully trained
• £7,000 deployment payment each time you deploy overseas
• An annual Operational Training Supplement of £1,500 (subject to criteria)
• 23 days' holiday, with the option to buy more
• Pension and life assurance to support your future
• 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Access to wellbeing support and benefits, including the Cycle2Work scheme
• The opportunity to be part of employee networks that champion diversity, inclusion and belonging

Ready for something different?

Bring your experience. Bring your potential.

We'll help you build a career you can be proud of.

Why join us?

• Build a long-term career
• Gain recognised training
• Earn while you learn through the apprenticeship route, if eligible
• Be part of something purposeful
• Join a team where your contribution matters every day

Equal Opportunities

At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email [e-mail] or call 07784 237318and we'll get back to you to discuss.

For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.

If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - [e-mail]

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Company: Capita plc Salary: £30,000 to £34,800 a year Hours: Full-time Location: HA4 6NG Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 8 Oct 2026 Closing date: 7 Nov 2026