Shanklin Fire Station

14/08/2026

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🚒 Shanklin Fire Station currently has TWO vacancies for On-Call Firefighters 🚒

Could you help protect your local community?

We are looking for committed individuals to join our team as On-Call Firefighters. No previous firefighting experience is needed - full training is provided.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions ❓

🔹 What is an On-Call Firefighter?
On-Call Firefighters respond to emergencies from home or work while carrying a pager and providing cover for their local area.

🔹 Do I need previous experience?
No - full training and ongoing support are provided by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service.

🔹 Can I do this alongside my main job?
Yes. Many On-Call Firefighters balance the role alongside full-time employment, self-employment, or family life.

🔹 What are the basic eligibility criteria?
You must:
✅ Be aged at least 17 and a half
✅ Live or work close enough to one of our On-Call Fire Stations to respond quickly
✅ Have a good level of fitness
✅ Be committed to training and emergency response duties

🔹 Is there an upper age limit?
No - there is no upper age limit to apply, provided you can meet the required fitness and operational standards.

🔹 How many hours do I need to commit?
There are no fixed working hours. On-Call Firefighters provide availability around their normal work and home life while carrying a pager and responding to incidents when available. Weekly training nights are also required.

🔹 What training is involved?
You will complete an initial training course followed by weekly drill nights and ongoing development.

🔹 Is the role paid?
Yes - On-Call Firefighters receive an annual retaining fee plus additional payments for incidents, training, and community activities.

🔹 Why join?
✔ Support your community
✔ Learn new skills
✔ Be part of a close team
✔ Gain nationally recognised training
✔ Make a real difference

03/08/2026

🚒We’re Recruiting On-Call Firefighters - Shanklin Fire Station 🚒

Shanklin Fire Station is recruiting On-Call Firefighters and is looking for committed individuals who live or work within the Local Area.

As an On-Call Firefighter, you’ll receive comprehensive training, develop valuable skills, and become part of our dedicated team responding to emergencies across the Isle of Wight. You will also receive payment for your availability, training and incidents attended.

If you’d like to learn more, send us a Facebook message. Or register you interest using the link below.

www.hantsfire.gov.uk/careers

Protect the community. Challenge yourself. Join the Team 🚒

Video - Headon Warren, Totland. July 2026

22/07/2026

🚒 Shanklin Fire Station is Recruiting! 🚒

Have you ever thought about becoming an On-Call Firefighter?

If you’d like to find out more, simply send us a message on Facebook. We’ll be happy to tell you what’s involved, how the role fits around your current job, the hours we ask for, the training you’ll receive, and the pay and benefits.

No obligation – just a friendly chat to see if it’s right for you.

Message us today and take the first step towards joining the team! 🚒

🧑‍🚒 David retired in 2023 but wasn't finished with new challenges.

Last year he applied to the fire service and has now qualified as an on-call firefighter for his local station in Grayshott.

Completing his initial training alongside nine colleagues in Wi******er last week, David now returns to his new crew ready to help keep his community safe.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/OnCallGradJul26

17/07/2026

09/07/2026

🚒 Recruitment is Now Open, Apply Below - and Please Like 👍 and Share

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🚒 Shanklin Fire Station currently has TWO vacancies for On-Call Firefighters 🚒

Could you help protect your local community?

We are looking for committed individuals to join our team as On-Call Firefighters. No previous firefighting experience is needed - full training is provided.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions ❓

🔹 What is an On-Call Firefighter?
On-Call Firefighters respond to emergencies from home or work while carrying a pager and providing cover for their local area.

🔹 Do I need previous experience?
No - full training and ongoing support are provided by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service.

🔹 Can I do this alongside my main job?
Yes. Many On-Call Firefighters balance the role alongside full-time employment, self-employment, or family life.

🔹 What are the basic eligibility criteria?
You must:
✅ Be aged at least 17 and a half
✅ Live or work close enough to one of our On-Call Fire Stations to respond quickly
✅ Have a good level of fitness
✅ Be committed to training and emergency response duties

🔹 Is there an upper age limit?
No - there is no upper age limit to apply, provided you can meet the required fitness and operational standards.

🔹 How many hours do I need to commit?
There are no fixed working hours. On-Call Firefighters provide availability around their normal work and home life while carrying a pager and responding to incidents when available. Weekly training nights are also required.

🔹 What training is involved?
You will complete an initial training course followed by weekly drill nights and ongoing development.

🔹 Is the role paid?
Yes - On-Call Firefighters receive an annual retaining fee plus additional payments for incidents, training, and community activities.

🔹 Why join?
✔ Support your community
✔ Learn new skills
✔ Be part of a close team
✔ Gain nationally recognised training
✔ Make a real difference

15/05/2026

08/05/2026

What’s it like to be an On-Call firefighter?

Here’s the story of Firefighter Steve Chapman.
From Shanklin Fire Station.

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🚒 Shanklin Fire Station currently has TWO vacancies for On-Call Firefighters 🚒

Could you help protect your local community?

We are looking for committed individuals to join our team as On-Call Firefighters. No previous firefighting experience is needed - full training is provided.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions ❓

🔹 What is an On-Call Firefighter?
On-Call Firefighters respond to emergencies from home or work while carrying a pager and providing cover for their local area.

🔹 Do I need previous experience?
No - full training and ongoing support are provided by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service.

🔹 Can I do this alongside my main job?
Yes. Many On-Call Firefighters balance the role alongside full-time employment, self-employment, or family life.

🔹 What are the basic eligibility criteria?
You must:
✅ Be aged at least 17 and a half
✅ Live or work close enough to one of our On-Call Fire Stations to respond quickly
✅ Have a good level of fitness
✅ Be committed to training and emergency response duties

🔹 Is there an upper age limit?
No - there is no upper age limit to apply, provided you can meet the required fitness and operational standards.

🔹 How many hours do I need to commit?
There are no fixed working hours. On-Call Firefighters provide availability around their normal work and home life while carrying a pager and responding to incidents when available. Weekly training nights are also required.

🔹 What training is involved?
You will complete an initial training course followed by weekly drill nights and ongoing development.

🔹 Is the role paid?
Yes - On-Call Firefighters receive an annual retaining fee plus additional payments for incidents, training, and community activities.

🔹 Why join?
✔ Support your community
✔ Learn new skills
✔ Be part of a close team
✔ Gain nationally recognised training
✔ Make a real difference