Wilmslow fire station is looking for young people to become Fire Cadets and is inviting anyone between the ages of 13 and 16 years of age to join.
The Service is keen to recruit young people to take part in its training scheme, which will not only be enjoyable but will also give them the chance to learn new personal and social skills and potentially obtain a professional qualification.
Kevin Kelly, Cadet Manager for Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said, "Our first cadet unit started in Poynton in 1992 and over the last 18 years they have grown from strength to strength. Being a cadet with the Service is an excellent opportunity for young people and gives them the opportunity to develop personally as well as learning about self discipline and team work."
As part of a continual training and development programme, the cadets will be provided with a free fire kit and uniform similar to that worn by firefighters and will take part in a drill night one evening a week at their local fire station. Drill nights usually last for two hours and include training with firefighting equipment as well as other outdoor activities.
Apart from drill nights cadets also take part in additional activities at weekends and during the school holidays which include residential stays, local camps and national camp trips.
Councillor David Topping, Chair of the Fire Authority added, "The cadet scheme is a fantastic initiative and enables young people to make a real difference to their local community by supporting the work of the firefighters."
Anyone who is interested in finding out more information about cadets should email Kevin Kelly or call him in the Youth Engagement Office on 01244 342449.
