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Fire Cadets

Fire Cadet applications are currently closed.

Our Cadet programme is a nationally recognised three-year programme run by our Prevention team at six fire stations across Essex for young people aged 13 - 17. We currently have 18 Fire Cadets Units at Clacton, Dovercourt, Great Baddow, Harlow, Orsett, Southend and Halstead.

 

What will Fire Cadets learn?

Our Fire Cadets course runs one evening a week for a total of 40 weeks. Cadets will learn all about the fire service, what we do, and how we help make Essex safer. Fire Cadets will have the opportunity to take part in a variety of operational fire service activities aligned to the National Fire Cadet Award. These include hose running, ladder pitching, pumping, breathing apparatus, search and rescue, first aid, control room procedures, science of fire and much more.

As part of the course, Cadets will also work with our Prevention Department, firefighters and partner organisations to help the communities of Essex become safer. This will include some community engagement, home fire safety activities, fire station events and open days.

Fire Cadets will also have the opportunity to work towards their Duke of Edinburgh Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards.

Once the Cadets have completed their first year, they will demonstrate everything they have learned to their families and friends at a special "Passing-Out" Parade. Progression into year two and three is made through application and selection within your unit.

A group of teenage fire cadets pictured from behind, wearing navy PPE and red helmets
 

Find a Fire Cadet unit near you

The Essex Youth Map shows the different youth opportunities in Essex including our Fire Cadet units.

 

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Learn more about Fire Cadets

Hear from our Cadets at Halstead about what they get up to on drill nights and what they enjoy the most. 

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What's it like being a Fire Cadet?

Take a look at some highlights from drill nights across the county. 

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