good luck pal i never heard back looks like missed out all the best when did u get email back for interview
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CheeseNoMayo
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Thank you! All the best for your interview
cono93
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Hi guys,
Apologies if this has been asked before. I'm rather new here.
I've noticed a Band 2 in the Greater Manchester area that closes today.
Got two questions really before I decide my next move:
1. What's the realistic take home for a Grade 2? I know the £29k is due to go up as previously mentiomed. I am aware of enhancements however that would supplement this so wondered what the pay would be after all of these are taking into account.
2. Is there anything higher than a Grade 2 posting wise in the Greater Manchester area or nearby? If so I may hang on and bide my time.
Cheers
Apologies if this has been asked before. I'm rather new here.
I've noticed a Band 2 in the Greater Manchester area that closes today.
Got two questions really before I decide my next move:
1. What's the realistic take home for a Grade 2? I know the £29k is due to go up as previously mentiomed. I am aware of enhancements however that would supplement this so wondered what the pay would be after all of these are taking into account.
2. Is there anything higher than a Grade 2 posting wise in the Greater Manchester area or nearby? If so I may hang on and bide my time.
Cheers
Wales82
Member
Hi, only got the email 3 days ago so you might get something, it appears interviews are rolling rather than all on one day
PF19
Member
Anybody down for the ~July school at Salford yet?
ok good luck
PF19
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Internal or external candidate?Hi guys,
Apologies if this has been asked before. I'm rather new here.
I've noticed a Band 2 in the Greater Manchester area that closes today.
Got two questions really before I decide my next move:
1. What's the realistic take home for a Grade 2? I know the £29k is due to go up as previously mentiomed. I am aware of enhancements however that would supplement this so wondered what the pay would be after all of these are taking into account.
2. Is there anything higher than a Grade 2 posting wise in the Greater Manchester area or nearby? If so I may hang on and bide my time.
Cheers
Internally there are Grade 6s up
cono93
Member
External
PF19
Member
I can't tell you what posts will come up externally, but I know internal ones are or will be
Grade 2 though, be warned not all of them are 24/7 IE: no overnights or Sundays so premium hours are limited - I've known some Grade 2s clear near 40k with the right box rosters and putting in some overtime
kenneth wright
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Hi Guys ive got an interview soon for a grade 2 role.Now the new pay deal has been agreed ive seen it said on the forum that everyone at school will start on a grade 2 .Does that mean if i get the role i will be paid my full grade 2 pay during training or would i still be paid a grade lower during training?Thank you in advance.
PF19
Member
I believe you will maintain the full Grade 2 payment during training
ThatsAMorey
Member
Hi, I’m starting the IST course on the 3rd April in Salford. Staying at the Holiday Inn (Manchester west). Anyone else here on the same course?
Frothy_B
Member
Hey all. This may seem a silly question but I have been invited to complete the assessment scenario before going to interview. Should I get myself dressed up to record the scenario assessment, as in smart attire?
Quintus
Member
I don't think it matters too much; the scenario is scored solely on the content you deliver (5 marks available for each of the 4 responses, if I remember correctly).
It won't hurt to look somewhat smart and presentable - shows you're taking it seriously. Clean, pressed shirt should suffice (at least that's what I went for).
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For the sake of chucking on a shirt why wouldn’t you. They watch them before the interview so start as you mean to go on.
Frothy_B
Member
Thanks for the replies guys, it does make sense. I don't have many "smart" clothes, so didn't know if it was worth getting changed for a 20 minute thing, or if as you're filming in your home environment they'd accept you being in your every day attire.
As you say though, it can't hurt to do so, so may aswell.
I have untill Wednesday 29th but unfortunately I'm off to work in the morning untill next Thursday so I have to get it done tonight as I won't have access to a computer or WiFi in the truck. Let's see how it goes.
Another question if I may, more out of curiosity than anything else. I've been looking back at the advert for the recent Rugby, Marston Vale and Willesden positions. It doesn't specify, but I imagine the Rugby Grade 4 will be at the SCC and not the ROC? If so, does anyone know which desks/panels/workstations would be Grade 4?
As you say though, it can't hurt to do so, so may aswell.
I have untill Wednesday 29th but unfortunately I'm off to work in the morning untill next Thursday so I have to get it done tonight as I won't have access to a computer or WiFi in the truck. Let's see how it goes.
Another question if I may, more out of curiosity than anything else. I've been looking back at the advert for the recent Rugby, Marston Vale and Willesden positions. It doesn't specify, but I imagine the Rugby Grade 4 will be at the SCC and not the ROC? If so, does anyone know which desks/panels/workstations would be Grade 4?
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mart78
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Hi Guys
First post... Have applied for the greater manchester and high peaks G2 signaller vacancy.
I have passed the assessments and i am awaiting to hear if i get an interview.
Was hoping on some knowledge on overtime and sunday working in this area, are the boxes open 24/7 etc??? Also do you think i would do the IST in salford for this position as i would not be able to do it at york as on a residential course. Also Would they honour any holidays booked before starting?? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
TIA
First post... Have applied for the greater manchester and high peaks G2 signaller vacancy.
I have passed the assessments and i am awaiting to hear if i get an interview.
Was hoping on some knowledge on overtime and sunday working in this area, are the boxes open 24/7 etc??? Also do you think i would do the IST in salford for this position as i would not be able to do it at york as on a residential course. Also Would they honour any holidays booked before starting?? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
TIA
PF19
Member
Congrats, so...
The Grade 2s are not all manned 24/7 some are 7 days a week but usually close overnight
Overtime is around if you want the hours
IST is probably in Salford, however be warned they will not like you taking Annual Leave during those 12 weeks as you might miss an exam which is ultimately a fail
They'll usually honour holidays booked prior though if it doesnt conflict with IST
If you get the role and IST clashes with a holiday, they can work around that but I would avoid that situation if you can
mart78
Member
Thanks for the info. Hopefully get through and worry about the rest at a later date. May well be that the course would nt start before august anyway. cheers.
Is this the case for all grade 2 boxes. I’m booked to go to Chester so trying to work out what to expect.
ThatsAMorey
Member
Hi mate, I’m a little further ahead in this. I was successful in my application for a G2 in the High Peak area. I start on Monday for a week in my local area, company induction etc, then I’m off to Salford for the IST for 12 weeks from 3rd April.
I mentioned at interview about pre booked holidays (September this year) and they were happy to honour them.
Doubt they’d want you to take holiday during the IST if that’s what you want, but I’ve found them more than reasonable to deal with so far.
nom de guerre
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FYI. Note: "Guesstimate"
Dean606
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I'm currently waiting to hear back from interview for crossing keeper Basingstoke ROC
just wondering has anyone heard anything back from those who applied ?
Is crossing keeper a 24 hour job ? if not what kind of hours is it ?
just wondering has anyone heard anything back from those who applied ?
Is crossing keeper a 24 hour job ? if not what kind of hours is it ?
PF19
Member
Sorry to clarify, some Grade 2s may be 24/7 - my local area they aren't but I couldn't tell you about Chester sorry
The management are really reasonable!
Good luck at school!
If you do end up on the August one, you'll be on the same one as me!
Completely depends on the box, local ones to me close overnight yet ones on mainlines or in IECC/ROCs are 24 hour
Depends on the line traffic, example, local crossing box to me opens 30 mins before first train and closes 30 mins after passage of last (officially) (no trains after midnight on these smaller branches)
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I’m with you. Thank you.
If anyone could tell me a little more about the Chester area where the boxes are working hours etc that would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks guys!
Quintus
Member
Yes, good luck! Mine is Wednesday too.
vinoboxer
Member
Silly question as I know this is a guesstimate. Are these figures less tax?
It pre tax figures however some of the lower ones are a little bit out as they have been done as a 5% + 4% whereas it should be a £1750 rise and then 4% for year 2, however hats off cos that’s a fair bit of work been put in there