LOM
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I can only speak for myself but I shortlist based almost entirely on CV and covering letter (most do not bother to upload one so by adding a decent one your application will certainly stand out).
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I can only speak for myself but I shortlist based almost entirely on CV and covering letter (most do not bother to upload one so by adding a decent one your application will certainly stand out).
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Allaboard78
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Is there anything in particular you look for on the cv?
89jordanbj
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Thanks LOM. My application has changed to Invite to Assessment 2 pending so fingers crossed. As mentioned on here though: take the recruitment website with a pinch of salt - so I am not getting too excited just yet.
MostlyHarmless
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Thats really helpful - thank you!
Edit - Is this the offer pack from NR as I've not seen anything in mine?
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Many thanks.
Same here.
I was thinking smart casual.
Good shout, I was thinking that too.
7Paul7
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I'm dialling into a Skype meeting from home , been asked to work through the induction pack this week to be expanded on via Skype next week,
So did your plan change? Wonder why you are doing things differently, maybe to keep numbers down
7Paul7
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No, I believe my LOM is self isolating due to being in one of the at risk groups, as far as I'm are I will still be going to York on the 4th May
That’s interesting, you were due to go to Darlington weren’t you?
Wonder if school will start as planned on 4/5.
That makes sense!
7Paul7
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Just had a call I will be going to Preston for signalling school
Mine was in the form
Mine was part of the formal offer pack.
At least it’s all on track and going ahead at the planned time. Is that a lot of travel for you?
7Paul7
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Just over 4 hrs there and 3 hrs back not too bad
Not too bad - at least it’s not every day.
MostlyHarmless
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Ah OK. I'm still waiting for a medical date so maybe I'll get the form when I've passed that and got a start date. Cheers
LOM
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Not too long and rambling, clearly states how your work/life experience relates to the essential criteria listed on the job advert. If one of the essential criteria is must have your own transport to get to work then mention that you have a driving licence and car!
"Invite to Assessment 2 Pending" status indicates you have been one of the 8 highest scoring candidates in the SHL tests & questionnaire so the hiring manager is supposed to review these applications before the remaining candidates (the hiring manager sees the status "Hiring manager to consider for interview"). This does not guarantee you an interview but it is a good start.
89jordanbj
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Thanks for clearing that up. What is the difference between this status and 'under consideration for assessment 2'? As I received an email for that yesterday stating It was with the hiring manager for consideration, before being updated again today to invite pending. I spent a lot of time updating my CV recently and a lot more time completing the 70 questions so it's nice to see the extra time paying off
croydonboy
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Thanks for the quick reply! Would definately like to work there.
danners430
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Just checked the online portal for the first time in a few days, and noticed my application went to Application Under Consideration for Assessment 2, then to unsuccessful, which is a shame. However, I never received any emails, despite the letters being visible on the portal... Any ideas?
Allaboard78
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Have you checked your junk folder?
danners430
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Aye, fraid so
Kraken
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I’ve had the same thing happen in the last few days (status of an application changed with no email). I have had cause to email the NWR recruitment team in the past and they were super helpful. If it’s concerning you I’d definitely recommend getting in touch.
danners430
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Yeah, I've got another two applications in... So if the emails don't arrive I'll give them a bell just to check all is well
Kraken
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Is there anyone who switched to signalling as a second career and was new to shift work that could share their experiences on here please?
I personally haven’t done shift work for some time but I quite enjoyed it when I did. However, I was in a different place then and as a single man with no commitments not being off over the weekend was an active bonus for me. Now I have a family and, to be candid, the potential move to shift working is something I’m slightly apprehensive about. How do people find their work-life balance as a signaller? Do you feel that you get adequate time with your family over weekends?
I appreciate that this is highly subjective, and roster-dependent, but any insight would be very welcome.
I personally haven’t done shift work for some time but I quite enjoyed it when I did. However, I was in a different place then and as a single man with no commitments not being off over the weekend was an active bonus for me. Now I have a family and, to be candid, the potential move to shift working is something I’m slightly apprehensive about. How do people find their work-life balance as a signaller? Do you feel that you get adequate time with your family over weekends?
I appreciate that this is highly subjective, and roster-dependent, but any insight would be very welcome.