Sparky9909
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They have mentioned that we will be given devices of some sort also have been told that the college will be attending tomorrow
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I think it's an nqv level 3 course, it may be different now its up and running.
The existing train drivers get nothing in the way of tablets or phones, so your getting spoilt lol
Enjoy
Sparky9909
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Not sure about the full details will find out more tomorrow.
Dont think we'll get to keep them after the training period, havent really been told much about the devices
Has that been passed by the union?
The union would be in favour of anything like this, it's a valuable professional qualification for any trainee taking the course
Good luck with the induction week, it's only gets more difficult from this week on.
Welshman1
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Does anyone happen to have the Job specification sheet ? I can’t find it anywhere I got my application and questions etc but can’t find the Spec sheet
Hi
Take a look at the Comeonboard site
There is job spec for Qualified Driver at Holyhead on there if that’s the document you are after.
Tried attaching a link but says error…
Steam Power
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I’ve just had an email stating my application has been unsuccessful, I must admit I’m pretty annoyed with the time it’s taken them to tell me this considering I applied over 18 months ago. I understand that there have been thousands of applicants but 18 months? Really? Poor show TFW.
Sparky9909
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Thanks
Signed up for the nvq level 3 yesterday and the tablets go back after the training period, but the union is in talks for us to keep the tablets
I was on about the tablets.
It doesn't make sense to hand them back, they would have to cleaned of all stored information etc tablets are that cheap you may aswell keep them.
Saying that tfw won't let drivers have tablets or phones, so it's a case of wait and see.
How did you find the 17th? do you find out on the day if you've passed or do you have to wait for the results?Me too! But at least it means that the next opportunity for you will be sooner.
They attach the practice materials via PDF to the confirmation of assessment day email—it’s fairly chunky and tells you everything to expect with a run through of the day. Handy to have even if practicing with the actual tests rather than what they give you will help a lot (group bourdon practice they give you is letters, whereas real thing is dots)
Thank you! Very nervous!
jessica1306
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It was paper tests, then computer, then MMI for me. I only did the MMI because I passed the computer tests; the paper still have to be marked as does the MMI in the next week or so. I’ll hear back then I suppose!
The TfW assessment people were lovely—really made effort to relax us all. Breaks after every test if needed. MMI was relaxed for me with a few questions prompting me to elaborate on my answers. It was a long day but not as bad as I thought it would be, and I can only keep my fingers crossed from now until they get back to me! I’m worried I didn’t say enough buzzwords during the MMI. But we’ll see I suppose!
Sparky9909
Member
Drivers are now having emails on the new training courses
craigwales
Member
Still waiting for my DMI nearly 6 months after passing MMI
yabas
Member
I'm also waiting on dmi
Id chase it up mate as the 2 years start from the day you completed paper tests
jessica1306
Member
Thank you—received email today to say I’d passed! Really chuffed, though now for the nervousness of the DMI next week!Ah I see!
Fingers crossed you've passed!
Congratulations Jess, I found out today that I’m in the talent pool
hopefully we’ll be working together in no time. Good luck with your DMI just be yourself and you’ll smash it xWell done and good luck.
CongratulationsCongratulations Jess, I found out today that I’m in the talent pool
railwaymania27
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Well done all
jessica1306
Member
Thank you, I hope we will be! Great news that you’re in the pool, you must be so chuffedCongratulations Jess, I found out today that I’m in the talent pool
We’ll be the two Jess’ taking the place by stormThank you, I hope we will be! Great news that you’re in the pool, you must be so chuffed
I am, I still don’t believe it to be honest xx
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Thanks Plodster and thank you for all your supportWell done and good luck.
Congratulations
Thanks lovely xxWell done all
Hi, im hoping to get booked in soon for an assessment day, although the emails say 'paper tests only' , looking through the booklet they send out for assistance it mentions the MMI, is this included in the assessment day? I was thinking of prepping for it anyway.
I was also looking at the 'how2become' website for extra tests and break down on what is required, anyone used this before and recommend? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
I was also looking at the 'how2become' website for extra tests and break down on what is required, anyone used this before and recommend? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Welshman1
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MMI will not be included if it is paper tests only, MMI is usually completed after computer assessments. Can’t comment on how2become I use traineetraindriver which were pretty good for computer tests