Garda Recruitment Stage 2 --- 2016/2017

smiley963

Yea it's unfair to give them knowing they are not the what the tests are like.
I know what question I'll be asking when are the results due out.

misslemon

Anyone else in on Monday? When I got the date originally I was glad to get it over with early, but now I'm starting to wish I had more time to practice.

I also wish we'd got different sample questions, they're the same ones we had for stage one. Nerves kicking in I guess!

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

Anyone else in on Monday? When I got the date originally I was glad to get it over with early, but now I'm starting to wish I had more time to practice.

I also wish we'd got different sample questions, they're the same ones we had for stage one. Nerves kicking in I guess!

Everyone is the same. Nerves trying to reach same scores etc.

misslemon

I'd say it will seem a little more real after this stage. We've all just done our assessments by ourselves in the comfort of our own home. Now we'll get to see other candidates, get a talk from Gardai...it's getting interesting now.

AudiKid

misslemon wrote: »

I'd say it will seem a little more real after this stage. We've all just done our assessments by ourselves in the comfort of our own home. Now we'll get to see other candidates, get a talk from Gardai...it's getting interesting now.

It really is.

The people that progress from this stage have a great chance.

All we have to do is get the same scores again in two tests, pass the job simulation again, and then write a report.

Then on to the interviews.

Good luck to everyone doing starting the tests on Monday

smiley963

AudiKid wrote: »

It really is.

The people that progress from this stage have a great chance.

All we have to do is get the same scores again in two tests, pass the job simulation again, and then write a report.

Then on to the interviews.

Good luck to everyone doing starting the tests on Monday

Just try not to allow nerves take over.

smiley963

I have a feeling boards is going be quiet for awhile until either people complete tests or results are out. Last date of testing seems to be the 9th April. PAS be doing some overtime to get all 1791 canidates through stage 2.

danube

Did they test 1,792 candidates in just 4 weeks in the last campaign?
It seems that everyone that passes will sit stage 2 this year and not be waiting 18 months like the last time.

smiley963

danube wrote: »

Did they test 1,792 candidates in just 4 weeks in the last campaign?
It seems that everyone that passes will sit stage 2 this year and not be waiting 18 months like the last time.

No they took 600 each time. This time they are taking all to complete stage 2

smiley963

danube wrote: »

That's great to hear. I better start preparing then

What's your OOM.

smiley963

danube wrote: »

I wouldn't give anyone my exact OOM for reasons previously stated, but it was not close to 1791.

Yea that's understandable. Not sure how quick they will use the other bands

Cedric87

daithi72222 wrote: »

in situations where a garda is in trouble which is a common question that comes up always prioritise reacting then secondarily calling fro backup. In tense situations such as crowd control officer safety then calling fro backup. Generally once you get into a frame of mind these questions and simulations become very easy[/quote

It's backup then react, if you react and get into difficulty you may be unable to get that backup.

smiley963

lyons_92 wrote: »

Does anyone know how long the tests last? Im scheduled for 8.30am and an orientation time of 11:45am. I'm trying to organise travel and just want to know what time would be okay to leave Dublin when everything is finished?

They said 3 hours in total. It's 1 hour for the orientation. So they say.

PMMG

Cedric87 wrote: »

daithi72222 wrote: »

in situations where a garda is in trouble which is a common question that comes up always prioritise reacting then secondarily calling fro backup. In tense situations such as crowd control officer safety then calling fro backup. Generally once you get into a frame of mind these questions and simulations become very easy[/quote

It's backup then react, if you react and get into difficulty you may be unable to get that backup.

I would have thought the same calling for backup should come first but then I always end up doing badly on this test so......

PMMG

smiley963 wrote: »

They said 3 hours in total. It's 1 hour for the orientation. So they say.

The exam will take 2 hours with a small break in the middle. Make sure you keep some money in your pocket to buy coffee/water at break because they do not allow you to access your belongings at break.

smiley963

Anyone doing there tests tomorrow.

misslemon

Yep, I'm in tomorrow. I'm worried about the job simulation the most, I got below average in that section of stage one. Nerves are beginning to kick now. Still, at least it'll be all over this time tomorrow!

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

Yep, I'm in tomorrow. I'm worried about the job simulation the most, I got below average in that section of stage one. Nerves are beginning to kick now. Still, at least it'll be all over this time tomorrow!

Oh it shall be interesting to see. Can't wait until it's over wonder will we be waiting long for results.

misslemon

smiley963 wrote: »

Oh it shall be interesting to see. Can't wait until it's over wonder will we be waiting long for results.

Well they'll be correcting the report phase as they go, so giving them two weeks from the final date (that we know of) to correct the remaining reports, admin, and other work for different projects I reckon we'll hear the week starting April 25th.

That's a pure guess though, and it presumes they wait until stage 2 is completed to start stage 3. Others who are more in tune with how many are still waiting to enter Templemore right now probably have a better idea. After all if they're in no rush for us there's no incentive to process us quickly!

Best of luck to everyone in this week!

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

Well they'll be correcting the report phase as they go, so giving them two weeks from the final date (that we know of) to correct the remaining reports, admin, and other work for different projects I reckon we'll hear the week starting April 25th.

That's a pure guess though, and it presumes they wait until stage 2 is completed to start stage 3. Others who are more in tune with how many are still waiting to enter Templemore right now probably have a better idea. After all if they're in no rush for us there's no incentive to process us quickly!

Best of luck to everyone in this week!

Yes maybe and the fact that reserves have completed their interviews at this stage. Hopefully not waiting too long I think this stage is 3 weeks long hopefully they start interviewing the end of April that would be a good sign for all.

misslemon

I hope so too. Waiting for the last set of results nearly broke my refresh button. When are you in?

baldshin

What's everyone planning on wearing to the assessments? Suits, shirt and tie, smart casual??

smiley963

baldshin wrote: »

What's everyone planning on wearing to the assessments? Suits, shirt and tie, smart casual??

Jesus no. It tells you to dress comfortable jean tshirt hoodie.

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

I hope so too. Waiting for the last set of results nearly broke my refresh button. When are you in?

Tuesday. Hope can meet same scores in test that what I'm worried about.

misslemon

baldshin wrote: »

What's everyone planning on wearing to the assessments? Suits, shirt and tie, smart casual??

I haven't decided what I'm wearing, too busy practicing fecking abstract reasoning and feeling the fear, but it will be something casual. If I get to interview stage and meeting my local sergeant it'll be a different thing altogether

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

I haven't decided what I'm wearing, too busy practicing fecking abstract reasoning and feeling the fear, but it will be something casual. If I get to interview stage and meeting my local sergeant it'll be a different thing altogether

People show up in track suits. Hoodie tshirt and jeans perfect

RedmondHR

In tomorrow, great to get it over with but wish I had more time to go over everything !

misslemon

RedmondHR wrote: »

In tomorrow, great to get it over with but wish I had more time to go over everything !

Me too! Starting to panic to be honest, which is the last thing I need. I'm convinced I'm going to fall short on the abstract reasoning verification.

It doesn't help that we've such a small amount of practice material. I've found other tests online, but they're very different to the ones that we're expected to complete.

smiley963

Trying not to panic it's impossible. Stomach in knots, then the waiting around God help us. I just want to pass!!!!!

misslemon

I haven't told many people that I'm doing this, so they've no idea why I'm a neurotic mess!

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

I haven't told many people that I'm doing this, so they've no idea why I'm a neurotic mess!

16,500 applied only 5500 were female. I think we could pick you out tomorrow MissLemon 😜 We can chat

misslemon

smiley963 wrote: »

16,500 applied only 5500 were female. I think we could pick you out tomorrow MissLemon 😜 We can chat

I thought 1 in 3 was quite high actually! The first intake in the last drive had only 18 women out of 100 recruits, less than 1 in 5.

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

I thought 1 in 3 was quite high actually! The first intake in the last drive had only 18 women out of 100 recruits, less than 1 in 5.

Yea it really is a small minority of women applying.

RedmondHR

Jeez, thought there would be much more to be honest. How yous feeling for the report writing? Have an idea, but not a great one.

smiley963

RedmondHR wrote: »

Jeez, thought there would be much more to be honest. How yous feeling for the report writing? Have an idea, but not a great one.

Honestly I'm more hung up on meeting qualifying scores for verbal and abstract. I would hate to lose on that. I just hope they are leanant. Taking nerves into account etc.

smiley963

Do anyone wanna meet up before we go in ha ha I'm getting train so I'll b there early.

smiley963

Do anyone wanna meet up before we go in ha ha I'm getting train so I'll b there early.

AudiKid

Good luck tomorrow guys

misslemon

RedmondHR wrote: »

Jeez, thought there would be much more to be honest. How yous feeling for the report writing? Have an idea, but not a great one.

I thought there would be more women given that there was an emphasis in this campaign on recruiting more women and people from minority backgrounds, but I suppose any increase is a step in the right direction.

I haven't practiced report writing. I'm worried about getting bogged down in unnecessary detail and missing the important points. I'm also worried about the job simulation, that was my worst result in stage one.

The worst thing about being some of the first up is that we have longer to wait for results!

smiley963

misslemon wrote: »

I thought there would be more women given that there was an emphasis in this campaign on recruiting more women and people from minority backgrounds, but I suppose any increase is a step in the right direction.

I haven't practiced report writing. I'm worried about getting bogged down in unnecessary detail and missing the important points. I'm also worried about the job simulation, that was my worst result in stage one.

The worst thing about being some of the first up is that we have longer to wait for results!

Yes longer wait but advantage of having it done. They may clarify time period for when results to be out

dalenka

Hello Miss Lemon nice to know I'm not the only lady in the group
I just wanted to wish you all good luck and don't let nerves get the better of you! remember to breathe I hope we will get to meet each other in the next serious stage!

Cedric87

So 1791 people are going in to sit stage two in the next 2 weeks ? Seems a lot but be good news for those of us just above that number I suppose. Best of luck everyone sitting stage 2.

smiley963

Cedric87 wrote: »

So 1791 people are going in to sit stage two in the next 2 weeks ? Seems a lot but be good news for those of us just above that number I suppose. Best of luck everyone sitting stage 2.

Next 3 weeks.

RedmondHR

Best of Luck tomorrow everyone, also remember to bring invitation email, photo ID and passport photos!

PMMG

smiley963 wrote: »

Do anyone wanna meet up before we go in ha ha I'm getting train so I'll b there early.

Are you first or second half of day?

PMMG

RedmondHR wrote: »

Best of Luck tomorrow everyone, also remember to bring invitation email, photo ID and passport photos!

Thanks for reminding me!!!

smiley963

PMMG wrote: »

Are you first or second half of day?

I thought there is only one time tomorrow and the following days have two or three settings

Depp

RedmondHR wrote: »

Best of Luck tomorrow everyone, also remember to bring invitation email, photo ID and passport photos!

is the email we've to print out the message in our publicjobs inbox yeah?

RedmondHR

Yea the one with the time and date of the second stage. Not the ones with the results!

smiley963

What times are people in at