The Fire Cadets, or Junior Fire Fighter Programme,  provides an innovative training and employment opportunity for a dvierse group of young people. It is a major partnership initiative between Strathclyde Fire & Rescue and Glasgow City Council, recruiting up to 20 young persons to undertake a two year modern apprenticeship programme. Completion of the programme will potentially will lead to employment with Strathclyde Fire & Rescue while achieving a level 3 SVQ in Direct Training and Development.

In 2009/10, £95,000 of Fairer Scotland Fund investment was awarded invested alongside resources from Strathclyde Fire & Rescue, Skills Development Scotland and North Lanarkshire Council.

The programme includes work placements at local fire stations as well as with other CPP partners such as Culture & Sport Glasgow and various community organisations. Over the period, the cadets will complete their National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.  As part of the delivery, the cadets also work within primary schools to help educate young children in fire prevention, home safety and safety on bonfire night. 

This programme makes a highly valued contribution to our working, learning, safe and vibrant Glasgow themes, and was recently recognised with a national training award.

Further information on the programme can be requested from John Hooper at Strathclyde Fire & Rescue, on 01698 338219, or john.hooper@strathclydefire.org