Wholetime firefighter recruitment is now closed.
If you applied during the registration window (10–16 August), please look out for further updates by email.
Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to apply and shown an interest in a career as a firefighter.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service is committed to securing equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all members of our community who are currently under-represented at Avon Fire & Rescue Service, particularly women, disabled people and members of ethnic minority communities.
We recognise that people may bring a wide range of skills, experiences and backgrounds, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not meet every requirement listed outside of our eligibility criteria. We value potential, commitment and a willingness to learn.
Please find the timeline for our upcoming wholetime firefighter recruitment process. These dates may be subject to change.
| Recruitment process stage | Date* |
| Registration opens | 10 August 2026 |
| Registration closes** | 16 August 2026 |
| Online tests | 24-28 August 2026 |
| Online test review | W/C 31 August 2026 |
| Online application form | 14-09:00am 21 September 2026 |
| Shortlisting | 21-30 September 2026 |
| Fitness and strength tests | 7-9 October 2026 |
| Practical physical tests | 19-23 October 2026 |
| Interview | 9-13 November 2026 |
| Verification tests*** | 30 November-2 December 2026 |
| Medicals | January 2027 (TBC) |
| Job offers | 25 January 2027 |
| Firefighter training**** | March/April 2027 – exact dates TBC |
*Please note that these dates are subject to change and may be updated as the recruitment process progresses.
**Registration closes at 23:00 on 16 August.
***Your application will be verified at this stage to ensure you have met the essential criteria of his role.
****Firefighter training is a 13-14-week intensive course which takes place at Severn Park, Avonmouth.
You can find out more about the wholetime firefighter recruitment process here.
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