Firestarter
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Yes it was 50 in 10 minutes, I think I got about halfway but pretty confident I got the ones I did do right (famous last words). Same here, an email after each test but nothing since. I'm taking that as a good sign as I'm sure if we didn't score high enough on the test an automated system would send a reject email pretty quickly? Could be wrong though.I’m sure it was 50 questions in 10 minutes . I didn’t finish it either , just made sure the ones I completed were correct!
I got an email after each test but didn’t receive anything else after the last one . Did you?
I did find the last one the hardest. My brain was hurting my that point reading and memorising all that text! Praying I got through thoughYes it was 50 in 10 minutes, I think I got about halfway but pretty confident I got the ones I did do right (famous last words). Same here, an email after each test but nothing since. I'm taking that as a good sign as I'm sure if we didn't score high enough on the test an automated system would send a reject email pretty quickly? Could be wrong though.
I know that on the application page it states that you must live within 60 minutes at time of application, but you do have to attach a CV during the process so it might be worth having a note in the personal statement of your CV saying you are relocating to Newcastle? Could be worth a shot.I'm looking at applying but unsure whether lner take applications for people that live more than 60 minutes away. I currently live in the Midlands and work as a senior conductor for London northwestern railways. I am going to move to the Newcastle area in the near future and will be willing to relocate of successful. Just unsure whether lner take applications on people looking to relocate
Thanks for your reply. Ideally we would be looking at moving in about 2 years time when the kids have left high school. I am also thinking that would it be worth putting myself in the frame now and see what developsI know that on the application page it states that you must live within 60 minutes at time of application, but you do have to attach a CV during the process so it might be worth having a note in the personal statement of your CV saying you are relocating to Newcastle? Could be worth a shot.
This is what I am thinking. Would make more sense to waitI think as it states you have to live within 60 minutes prior to application that is set in stone.
If you are successful the training is very tough. I wouldn’t want to be relocating and moving house at the same time!
It states in the application that they will be recruiting again in the very near future so I’d apply then after you have moved if I was you.
The first test is a Scenario based one, basically have to choose what you are most and least likely to do. Then the second was an error checking based one, where you are presented with sets of data and have to cross-reference with another set to pick out any errors (this is timed). Then the final one was a verbal reasoning test which involved a series of statements with questions on each, basically to see how you interpret the text. The instructions are pretty clear for eachHello
I'm just wondering if someone can tell me what to expect from the test after you have submitted your application, are they like the psychometric testing or more general tests for getting a job.
Thanks
I received my invite to video interview last night too!The first test is a Scenario based one, basically have to choose what you are most and least likely to do. Then the second was an error checking based one, where you are presented with sets of data and have to cross-reference with another set to pick out any errors (this is timed). Then the final one was a verbal reasoning test which involved a series of statements with questions on each, basically to see how you interpret the text. The instructions are pretty clear for eachAfter each one you will either get an email inviting you to do the next, or an email letting you know you didn't score highly enough - this was pretty quick for me after each.
Received my invite to video interview last night so I'll be doing that today! Good luck everyone.
I received my invite to video interview last night too!
Good luck too!Not looking forward to recording myself but I'm sure it will be fine - good luck with yours![]()
I've done one before a few years ago for another job (not LNER) and it was actually okay once you got going, I did it on a laptop at the time but I remember a couple of people had issues with wifi dropping out which timed out questions. I'm going to do this one on my phone using data rather than wifi, purely because in my experience that is way more reliable (lucky enough to have nearly full bars 5G where I am, but the wifi does cut in and out).Just had the invitation too.
Excited to try this as never done anything like it before.
Just praying my network connection holds out for the duration!
If anyone has done one of these type interviews before, could you recommend if it’s best done on a laptop/tablet or phone?
My laptop has the biggest screen but the worst quality camera.
Good luck everyone.
This is what I am thinking. Would make more sense to wait
It’s been asked on a previous thread.You can certainly apply, but do not be surprised if you are denied outright; there is such a high number of applicants that the TOC/LNER can easily decrease the numbers by removing those that don't meet the location criteria.
That would be great Thankyou.I've done one before a few years ago for another job (not LNER) and it was actually okay once you got going, I did it on a laptop at the time but I remember a couple of people had issues with wifi dropping out which timed out questions. I'm going to do this one on my phone using data rather than wifi, purely because in my experience that is way more reliable (lucky enough to have nearly full bars 5G where I am, but the wifi does cut in and out).
I did read on another forum that it is easy to do on a phone so I don't think there will be any compatibility issues or anything. I'll be doing it this evening so I'll let you know if I have any issues!
I’ve heard that too. Presumably an automated system filtering out some applications without anyone actually looking at them.I'm hearing that some applications are being rejected within 10 minutes, so there's hope for you!
Hopefully with giving everyone only 3 days notice they will be a little lenient towards not having the best connection of camera setup.Got my video invite last night too. Unfortunately I'm offshore until next Wednesday so I have to do it out here! I'm sure between the horrendously slow wifi and me looking like a tramp in my offshore gear, I'll make a great impression![]()