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Got the trainee train driver job with Southern
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Stephenjackson
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Arh congrats on your job.
I'm starting to apply now.
Dreading the maths bit though... was never any good with maths.
That's even if my application gets anywhere.
Would you give me sum tips on correct things to say and write etc..
This would be my dream job even for 50 quid a week .
I earn a good wage now but I'm not happy in the work I do.
Thanks..
I'm starting to apply now.
Dreading the maths bit though... was never any good with maths.
That's even if my application gets anywhere.
Would you give me sum tips on correct things to say and write etc..
This would be my dream job even for 50 quid a week .
I earn a good wage now but I'm not happy in the work I do.
Thanks..
NI 271
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Congrats, well done!
playmore64
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I say, jolly well done chap!
Nice TOC to work for in all!
Nice TOC to work for in all!
Southwest
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Well done mate, a dream come true!
Stephenjackson
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Congratulations,i hope one day I can also put up the same news!
Same here.
theageofthetra
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Congratulations. I applied the other day and have got the invite to the assessment today! As someone who has been through it do you have any tips? I have looked through the previous threads but would really appreciate any specifics for the Southern process.
Good luck with your training.
Good luck with your training.
I had my assessment at Knollys House.
The dots test was paper-based and the practice material is very similar to the real thing.
At the interviews they want you to be to demonstrate that you err on the side of caution in all of your actions, never making assumptions, so what ever you are asked describe how you would solve the situation by being thorough and sensitive. Make you you learn as much about the company as possible; be polite, smile, and take your time in answering - don't feel rushed! Pausing for thought is indicative of being calm under pressure.
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I look forward to shaking your hand sir!
theageofthetra
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Thanks for replying so quickly. As someone who has passed how did you find the reaction tests? As I am 42 I am slightly worried that I may not be as fast as when I was 20! I was also wondering if the test is being done so quickly after the closing date to hopefully fill up a course in the Autumn?
Years ago I did an assessment for Citibank where the intention was not for you to complete the questions you were given. They would rather you only answer 70% but get more correct than rush and get more wrong. Do any of the tests fall into this type?
Thanks again for any help.
When does your training start?
Years ago I did an assessment for Citibank where the intention was not for you to complete the questions you were given. They would rather you only answer 70% but get more correct than rush and get more wrong. Do any of the tests fall into this type?
Thanks again for any help.
When does your training start?
My training starts the 19th August.
The fault finding test falls into the category you describe, impossible to complete all of them, but by being there you pressure yourself into hurrying and possibly make mistakes. One chap on the day only completed 5 out of 20 and still made it to the reactions test afterward.
Your age is actually factored in to the scoring and pass mark. I practised my reactions with 'Bop-It', but I spent many a year playing arcade machines in my youth which made things a little easier. Having said that, there were 3 others there that were in that 40-50 bracket and they all passed it too. So it's just about not panicking when it speeds up and just keeping yourself composed.
All the best - stay positive.
theageofthetra
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Thanks for the advice. Its good to know others in my age group passed. I used to play stacks of games when I was younger andnplay games on my smart phone. Are there any games out there on Android which would be useful too?
Cheers
Cheers
Not really, not that I know of anyway.
As others have advised, it may be best to keep your feet on the ground by the peddles of the Reaction Machine. I kept my feet hovering over the peddles for fear of not being able to press them in time. This just led to me getting shaky legs after a couple minutes, which only added to the pressure and tension (not good!).
As others have advised, it may be best to keep your feet on the ground by the peddles of the Reaction Machine. I kept my feet hovering over the peddles for fear of not being able to press them in time. This just led to me getting shaky legs after a couple minutes, which only added to the pressure and tension (not good!).
theageofthetra
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Good luck, got mine on Thursday.
Iwillbeadriver
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I'd like to say thank you one and all for your help.
This a great community here; providing much insightful detail to enable one to realise their dreams.
Good luck to all in whatever capacity you seek - you're in good hands!
Massive congratulations to you and all that have received communication from southern......positive or negative!
I've not received any emails from them but on a positive note my application status is still active which can only be a good thing.....right?!?!
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Teddy.....out of interest, when did you submit your application?!?! I wasn't able to get mine in until the eleventh hour so fear I'm right at the bottom of the sift and won't even be noticed!! :cry:
Massive congratulations to you and all that have received communication from southern......positive or negative!
I've not received any emails from them but on a positive note my application status is still active which can only be a good thing.....right?!?!
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Teddy.....out of interest, when did you submit your application?!?! I wasn't able to get mine in until the eleventh hour so fear I'm right at the bottom of the sift and won't even be noticed!! :cry:
l saw the post on Saturday morning and submitted my application the following day.On Monday l got the reply with an invitation for the assessment. l have 2 other applications with other TOCs with both status still active, so guess l was just in luck this time around.All l can say is keep trying!!
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Good luck to you too theageofthetra, will let you know how l get on good or bad..
As much as I don't like it I believe there is or am lead to believe there is an automatic sift. When I applied last July is was on closing day with literally minutes to spare and I heard back first thing the next morning and was on a course within three weeks. However there were people who had waited a while on the same course. Not sure if this was down to my rail experience or not.
Southern by far is the most efficient firm for recruiting trainees. I've had two offers to start training when almost finished training and there are two still pending and I'm already passed out and qualified.
Good luck to all that have applied, del ill see you around
Southern by far is the most efficient firm for recruiting trainees. I've had two offers to start training when almost finished training and there are two still pending and I'm already passed out and qualified.
Good luck to all that have applied, del ill see you around
JB25
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Good luck everyone!!! Enjoy the training, it will seem like you haven't a hope in Hells chance at first, but it will be fine!
You will have to let us know which trainer you get, I have a feeling it will probably be John though.
You will have to let us know which trainer you get, I have a feeling it will probably be John though.
JB25
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I think I have seen your class about. Which one are you?
Hi JB, so far so good just done the PTS - 'Competent' and got my SwID card yesterday. Today, done my 1st day of 'Cab Experience'; saw the PM for a timesheet and saw where VicPaul has his pigeon hole for his mail - "It's quite full by the way matey - have a look!" lol
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NI 271
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Are your instructors/mentors happy with you mentioning them by name on here? No harm if so - but I know I wouldn't be...
Do you know what.. Good point, it didn't occur that it might offend. *Edits* in order.
Ta.
arthurtwosheds
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Well done and enjoy your new career
JB25
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Ah I saw you yesterday. You had another trainee with you too?
Where are the other guys in your class based?
Spotted! Yep I was the fella looking sheepish and tagging along for the ride. Like Vic said, the other guy was clocking up his hours. It was good to observe though, insightful. DI's seem to be thin on the ground though, for Fridays at least so may swap a Friday or two to Saturdays it was suggested.
My group is a mixture of internals ands externals. There's one other fella who's based at Vic with me; two at Selhurst, and the rest Coastal - Brighton and somewhere else (I forget where). I can say they're are a good bunch!
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