Rothwell Fire Station

19/06/2026

With the warmer summer weather, water may look inviting, but the temperature of the water can be low enough to cause 'Cold Water Shock'.
Parents - make sure your children are aware of the dangers about jumping in, things can quickly go wrong, even for strong swimmers:

- Cold water shock
- Hidden hazards under the surface
- Strong currents and unseen forces
- Shallow or changing depths
- Impact injuries from height (tombstoning)

Make sure they know what to do if someone gets into trouble in the water:
❌ Don’t jump in
✅ Call 999
✅ Use something to help from the side (ball, stick, life ring)

Remember: Float to Live if you fall in unexpectedly.

16/06/2026

Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service is currently recruiting for the next intake of Fire Cadets. If you know of a young person aged between 13 and 17 who would love to learn new skills, get hands on experience of life in the fire service and make a difference in their local community then please point them in our direction! But they need to hurry as applications close on June 30th!

To find out more and to apply please see our website:
https://orlo.uk/X3lg1

19/01/2026

📢Recruiting on-call firefighters!

UPDATE (January 26, 2026)

Unfortunately we have had to take the decision to close our recruitment campaign for on-call firefighters. We apologise for any inconvenience this has caused you.

ORIGINAL POST:

🔥 We’re recruiting On‑Call Firefighters! 🔥

Looking for a role that’s rewarding, flexible, and makes a real difference in your community? Join Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service as an on‑call firefighter.
As a member of our on‑call crew you could be from any walk of life — teachers, mechanics, gardeners, parents, business owners and more. No previous experience is needed; we’ll provide full training. What matters most is enthusiasm, a good level of fitness, and the ability to reach your local fire station within 8 minutes when your pager sounds.

As an on‑call firefighter, you’ll not just deal with fires and will respond to a variety of incidents and activities including:
🚒 Attending road collisions
🏊‍♂️ Water rescues
💧 Assist at floods
🐾 Rescue animals
🗣 Share safety advice at community events

We are a welcoming, inclusive Service and particularly keen to hear from people available during the day or those with flexible work or family commitments.

Interested? Ready to make a difference?
📅 Apply by 12 February 2026

👉 To find out more, including a recruitment timeline and to apply please visit: https://orlo.uk/oR7mS

13/12/2025

If your looking for something to do today Kettering Fire Station is holding a open day with lots to do for all the family. Its for a very good cause aswell.

🎅TODAY! 🎅
Come to the station and get in the Christmas spirit! We have Santa, fire engine bar and BBQ food, bouncy castles, spiderman, stalls and more.
📍Kettering Fire Station, Headlands
🕚 11am - 4pm
💷 Please bring CASH!
🚗 Parking is available at Bishop School but please still park responsibly.
⭐️All proceeds going to charity to help our former colleague Derek Anniwell who is fighting cancer and the Firefighters Charity! 🚒

See you soon! 🎄