Police to driver

[Edw00d108]

Hello,

Just wondering if there are any ex bobbies on here that made the switch to driver that would be alright with me asking them a few questions?

Thanks,
Ed

 

[NorthernTech]

Isn’t there an extensive thread on this already? There is a search button top right of the page.

 

[Edw00d108]

Isn’t there an extensive thread on this already? There is a search button top right of the page.

I've read it mate was just looking for someone to DM really. Cheers.

 

[Owen2323]

You can DM me mate
Don't know how much use I'll be though as I'm awaiting the start of the course so could only talk you through my experiences of the recruitment process........

 

[Teddyward]

There is only one answer to all your questions. Yes it’s a good choice

 

[Alvinkelvin]

There is only one answer to all your questions. Yes it’s a good choice

++ I have a lot of ex police colleagues in our company and I don't know anyone who moved from train driving to join the police

 

[REO Nate]

Do it. Don't hesitate.

 

[Newapplicant]

Hello,

Just wondering if there are any ex bobbies on here that made the switch to driver that would be alright with me asking them a few questions?

Thanks,
Ed

I too am in the same boat but I've already taken the plunge to apply for two TOCS just going through the papersift process at the moment.

Best of luck should you decide to apply.

 

[Red Devil]

I've trained a couple of ex bobbies.

 

[iwasyoungonce]

Your background doesn't matter its your attitude that counts

 

[class 9]

++ I have a lot of ex police colleagues in our company and I don't know anyone who moved from train driving to join the police

I know of 3 that did that, but it was in BR days when the money was sh*t!

 

[1494]

DM me if you want. Ex job, was a skipper but left Dorset 12 months ago to join SWR. Have never looked back.

 

[godfreycomplex]

Your background doesn't matter its your attitude that counts

This, this, a million times this
Calm, relaxed and open. Nice folk to be around who aren’t always right and aren’t always wrong, and earn the respect and trust of their new colleagues, and, directly or not, the people who they’re responsible for
This is kinda what you gotta aim for. Background is less relevant, and often helpful to leave at the door. You’re here now.

 

[Ptrains]

Ex-job (20yrs as a PC), got my handshake as a qualified depot driver in the past month.

If I can help I will...