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Tyne and Wear Metro recruiting new trainee drivers
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Hi, sorry i can’t answer your question but was just wondering have you been given a start date, if so when? I passed my tests in December and was told they may be back in touch around March time. Just hoping the new lockdown hasn’t put things on hold again. ThanksHi all, for those of you who started recently, what sort of dress code is there when you first start? Do you get uniform straight away? What stationary stuff have you needed so far? I don't want to go out a buy loads of new stuff if I won't need it!
Uniform will be with you either first day or within a few days of starting, just casual till then. As for stationary a big A4 notepad and pens will do you.Hi all, for those of you who started recently, what sort of dress code is there when you first start? Do you get uniform straight away? What stationary stuff have you needed so far? I don't want to go out a buy loads of new stuff if I won't need it!
Yeah just as above. You get lots of PowerPoint presentations and paperwork printed off for you aswell so a file, or 3, and a hole punch is handyUniform will be with you either first day or within a few days of starting, just casual till then. As for stationary a big A4 notepad and pens will do you.
As above. Smart casual the first day and you should have your uniform... or parts of it in the first day or two. Assuming there are no supply issues.
lots of paperwork given through the entire course (Im nearing the end and I’ve currently filled a lever arch file and 2 smaller files) so you’ll find it useful to have some ring binder files, a hole punch, pencil case with the usual stuff in, highlighters and a notepad.
lots of paperwork given through the entire course (Im nearing the end and I’ve currently filled a lever arch file and 2 smaller files) so you’ll find it useful to have some ring binder files, a hole punch, pencil case with the usual stuff in, highlighters and a notepad.
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I am due to start on the March course. Any hints and tips? Are the assessments really hard?As above. Smart casual the first day and you should have your uniform... or parts of it in the first day or two. Assuming there are no supply issues.
lots of paperwork given through the entire course (Im nearing the end and I’ve currently filled a lever arch file and 2 smaller files) so you’ll find it useful to have some ring binder files, a hole punch, pencil case with the usual stuff in, highlighters and a notepad.
Cheers for that, been out and bought a few things today. It's like being back at school! HahaUniform will be with you either first day or within a few days of starting, just casual till then. As for stationary a big A4 notepad and pens will do you.
Have you been given a start date?I am due to start on the March course. Any hints and tips? Are the assessments really hard?
I won’t sugarcoat it, they can be really hard and a high standard is expected. You will end up revising on your days off. But if you’ve passed the assessments to get onto the training, you are capable of doing it.I am due to start on the March course. Any hints and tips? Are the assessments really hard?
If I could go back and give myself advice I would tell myself to ask more questions and don’t go away at the end of the day if you are unsure of anything, make sure you get clarification, because small details really matter, epecially in the assessments.
Also the trainers are there to support you so if you have any problems during the course let them know.
I would definitely say it’s been a lot harder than I expected and it will be a big part of your life for six months, but you’ll love it.
Dre
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Thank you. Looking forward to it.I won’t sugarcoat it, they can be really hard and a high standard is expected. You will end up revising on your days off. But if you’ve passed the assessments to get onto the training, you are capable of doing it.
If I could go back and give myself advice I would tell myself to ask more questions and don’t go away at the end of the day if you are unsure of anything, make sure you get clarification, because small details really matter, epecially in the assessments.
Also the trainers are there to support you so if you have any problems during the course let them know.
I would definitely say it’s been a lot harder than I expected and it will be a big part of your life for six months, but you’ll love it.
Hi all. I passed the Psychometric tests back in December and just hanging on for word about the next stage. I was told that it would be around March time that anything is done as the current training schools are filled. Has anyone had word about the schools being pushed back due to lockdown?
I haven't heard anything from the HR lady.
I haven't heard anything from the HR lady.
Hi mate, im in exactly the same boat and would also like to know if everything is still on track or if lockdown has put things on hold againHi all. I passed the Psychometric tests back in December and just hanging on for word about the next stage. I was told that it would be around March time that anything is done as the current training schools are filled. Has anyone had word about the schools being pushed back due to lockdown?
I haven't heard anything from the HR lady.
Dre
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Hi i was due to start March and been informed that the March course has now been postponed with no future dates planned as yet.
Hi, could i ask when you passes your tests? I passed mine in December and just trying to work out how far behind you i might be starting training. ThanksHi i was due to start March and been informed that the March course has now been postponed with no future dates planned as yet.
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I passed my tests in November.Hi, could i ask when you passes your tests? I passed mine in December and just trying to work out how far behind you i might be starting training. Thanks
Thank you. Did Sarah get intouch with you to tell you it had been delayed?Passed
I passed my tests in November.
Good to know I'm not the only one waiting. Mad to think I applied almost 2 years ago for this role, but I guess that's what comes with these types of things. Looking forward to getting started though!Hi mate, im in exactly the same boat and would also like to know if everything is still on track or if lockdown has put things on hold again
Yeh same here, it will be worth it though. I cant wait to get startedGood to know I'm not the only one waiting. Mad to think I applied almost 2 years ago for this role, but I guess that's what comes with these types of things. Looking forward to getting started though!
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Hello all
Wondering if anybody can help please. My hubby has his assessment day on the 9th of March. In the 18 months since he went into the talent bank he has been prescribed with a hearing aid. I am aware there are formal guidelines on the medicals and hearing loss levels but there seems to be no clarity on whether the hearing test is done with the aid of a hearing device and whether one can actually be worn as a train driver.
scanning this forum, some posts suggest that the test can be retaken with a hearing aid if the minimal level is just missed for example yet the guidelines state that the min level must be met with out. I have also read that some tocs send you for specialist hearing aids even if you just miss the standard.
Does anybody have any knowledge or advice as he doesn’t want to waste anybody’s time by doing the assessments if he would fail the medical anyway
thank you
Wondering if anybody can help please. My hubby has his assessment day on the 9th of March. In the 18 months since he went into the talent bank he has been prescribed with a hearing aid. I am aware there are formal guidelines on the medicals and hearing loss levels but there seems to be no clarity on whether the hearing test is done with the aid of a hearing device and whether one can actually be worn as a train driver.
scanning this forum, some posts suggest that the test can be retaken with a hearing aid if the minimal level is just missed for example yet the guidelines state that the min level must be met with out. I have also read that some tocs send you for specialist hearing aids even if you just miss the standard.
Does anybody have any knowledge or advice as he doesn’t want to waste anybody’s time by doing the assessments if he would fail the medical anyway
thank you
Hello all
Wondering if anybody can help please. My hubby has his assessment day on the 9th of March. In the 18 months since he went into the talent bank he has been prescribed with a hearing aid. I am aware there are formal guidelines on the medicals and hearing loss levels but there seems to be no clarity on whether the hearing test is done with the aid of a hearing device and whether one can actually be worn as a train driver.
scanning this forum, some posts suggest that the test can be retaken with a hearing aid if the minimal level is just missed for example yet the guidelines state that the min level must be met with out. I have also read that some tocs send you for specialist hearing aids even if you just miss the standard.
Does anybody have any knowledge or advice as he doesn’t want to waste anybody’s time by doing the assessments if he would fail the medical anyway
thank you
Hi, hearing aids can be worn as a driver, but it’s best to speak to the TOC direct as they may have policies regarding those not already in their employment about medical standards.
Its best to speak to metro direct and ask them. The person I delt with when I was going through recruitment was really canny and I had some medical issues that I enquired about, she did her best to liaise with the occupational health company. Just email your contact and explain, of If there is a phone number call them up, they will do their best to find out for you.Hello all
Wondering if anybody can help please. My hubby has his assessment day on the 9th of March. In the 18 months since he went into the talent bank he has been prescribed with a hearing aid. I am aware there are formal guidelines on the medicals and hearing loss levels but there seems to be no clarity on whether the hearing test is done with the aid of a hearing device and whether one can actually be worn as a train driver.
scanning this forum, some posts suggest that the test can be retaken with a hearing aid if the minimal level is just missed for example yet the guidelines state that the min level must be met with out. I have also read that some tocs send you for specialist hearing aids even if you just miss the standard.
Does anybody have any knowledge or advice as he doesn’t want to waste anybody’s time by doing the assessments if he would fail the medical anyway
thank you
Hi there. Can I just ask when your partner had his psychometric assessment? I.e what month?Hello all
Wondering if anybody can help please. My hubby has his assessment day on the 9th of March. In the 18 months since he went into the talent bank he has been prescribed with a hearing aid. I am aware there are formal guidelines on the medicals and hearing loss levels but there seems to be no clarity on whether the hearing test is done with the aid of a hearing device and whether one can actually be worn as a train driver.
scanning this forum, some posts suggest that the test can be retaken with a hearing aid if the minimal level is just missed for example yet the guidelines state that the min level must be met with out. I have also read that some tocs send you for specialist hearing aids even if you just miss the standard.
Does anybody have any knowledge or advice as he doesn’t want to waste anybody’s time by doing the assessments if he would fail the medical anyway
thank you
Also, was he only informed recently of his medical assessment appointment? I am still waiting to hear back about my medical so I thought it would be good to ask. Thank you!
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He’s only been invited for the assessment day on the 9th March this year so would obviously need to pass that before any medical. Good luck with yours!Hi there. Can I just ask when your partner had his psychometric assessment? I.e what month?
Also, was he only informed recently of his medical assessment appointment? I am still waiting to hear back about my medical so I thought it would be good to ask. Thank you!
Thank you, he’s called and they were very helpful on the phoneIts best to speak to metro direct and ask them. The person I delt with when I was going through recruitment was really canny and I had some medical issues that I enquired about, she did her best to liaise with the occupational health company. Just email your contact and explain, of If there is a phone number call them up, they will do their best to find out for you.
Dre
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Anyone heard whether there are any new start dates in the pipeline? nothing heard for a while now.
I believe Sarah has sent out a communication. Apparently all schools are now pushed back with no definitive dates set as of yet.Anyone heard whether there are any new start dates in the pipeline? nothing heard for a while now.
You should get a temporary pass for free travel on Metro only within a day or two. Pop cards should follow within a week or so.Hi. Just found out that I passed the psychometrics and am now waiting to get on a course. Proper chuffed!
I was wondering, when you’re in the course do you get the free Metro travel or is that only when you qualify?
Thanks.
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Congratulations. How did you find the day?Hi. Just found out that I passed the psychometrics and am now waiting to get on a course. Proper chuffed!
I was wondering, when you’re in the course do you get the free Metro travel or is that only when you qualify?
Thanks.
You should get a temporary pass for free travel on Metro only within a day or two. Pop cards should follow within a week or so.
Good to know
Congratulations. How did you find the day?
It was ok - wasn’t sure about the interview but must have been ok! The people running the tests were really nice, I think that helped.
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