27/09/2026
Great opportunity for 16-24 year olds to gain new skills and an insight in to working within the fire and rescue service.
Ready for your next step with ?
Are you aged 16-24 and looking for your next opportunity?
West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service is offering an 8-week Employability & Life Skills Programme at Dewsbury Fire Station, starting on Tuesday, 6th October 2026.
Itās a chance to build confidence, learn new skills and gain practical experience that can help you take your next step into work, training or further education.
āļø Build confidence and resilience
āļø Develop teamwork and workplace skills
āļø Explore your aspirations and plan for the future
āļø Gain practical experience for your CV and applications
āļø Take part in practical activities using fire service equipment
āļø Gain a Level 1 qualification in Developing Resilience
āļø Opportunity to gain a First Aid qualification, valid for three years
And thereās more:
āļø Breakfast and lunch provided
āļø Travel costs reimbursed
āļø T-shirt provided
Come along and find out more
Introduction days:
š Dewsbury Fire Station
āļø Friday, 25th September | 10am-12:00
āļø Thursday, 1st October | 10am-12:00
The introduction sessions are a chance to find out more, ask questions and meet other people joining the programme.
Programme starts:
āļø Tuesday, 6th October 2026
āļø 10:00am
š Dewsbury Fire Station
ā¤µļø If youād like to find out more, please follow the link in the first comment to sign-up!
Your next step could start here!