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PSNI Recruitment 2017

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    #302
    Mike079
    Registered Users Posts: 22 ✭Mike079


    So for applications come September or October, we can expect a 6 month turn around from start to merit pool rather than the long waits everyone else before us have endured?


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    #303
    Timetravel
    Closed Accounts Posts: 560 ✭✭✭Timetravel


    Mike079 wrote: »
    So for applications come September or October, we can expect a 6 month turn around from start to merit pool rather than the long waits everyone else before us have endured?

    I wouldn't hold your breath! I would say it will probably still be a case of close to a year for a start date for the highest AC scores.


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    #304
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    I'd say minimum they will get to is a 9 month application to first intake time frame.


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    #305
    majgreen
    Closed Accounts Posts: 412 ✭✭majgreen


    I don't see why they're changing the recruitment time scale. If anything it prepares candidates for the real life feeling of being a police officer. You just wait and wait and wait, the date passes and you're still waiting. 😂

    In all honesty though, I can't see it being 6 months. Not a chance that'll happen, and if it does, I'll eat my public order boots


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    #306
    Divingm
    Registered Users Posts: 27 ✭Divingm


    Guys,
    I am going to be applying in the Autumn process and already a cop of 16yrs on the mainland. I know I will have to go through the whole process like everyone else so can anybody enlighten me as to what the written tests are like. Not done anything like that for years
    Thanks


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    #307
    Goonerdee
    Closed Accounts Posts: 972 ✭✭✭Goonerdee


    Well if its true that the first phase will be done online, usually they are harder than tests in the flesh I have found, but google numerical verbal reasoning tests, some very good examples are available.


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    #308
    Homer01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,640 ✭✭✭Homer01


    I always found the examples from Police Scotland to be quite good.

    http://www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-officers/selection-process/


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    #309
    Divingm
    Registered Users Posts: 27 ✭Divingm


    I assume this will be the first time they have done the written tests online
    Lee


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    #310
    Banterbus28
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,620 ✭✭✭Banterbus28


    majgreen wrote: »
    I don't see why they're changing the recruitment time scale. If anything it prepares candidates for the real life feeling of being a police officer. You just wait and wait and wait, the date passes and you're still waiting. 😂

    In all honesty though, I can't see it being 6 months. Not a chance that'll happen, and if it does, I'll eat my public order boots
    If it does happen the 6 month wait will only be for the 1st intake. Everybody else will be stuffed in the waiting room.


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    #311
    Homer01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,640 ✭✭✭Homer01


    Divingm wrote: »
    I assume this will be the first time they have done the written tests online
    Lee

    As far as I am aware. It should offer a lot of advantages. Technically you could get your results immediately although they'll probably set a pass mark after all tests completed.
    It should definitely shorten the timescales as well as it will all be automated. Also helps those who don't live in the greater Belfast area.

    Personally I would prefer the traditional way as it helps focus the mind.


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    #312
    Psni hopeful 2017
    Registered Users Posts: 1 ✭Psni hopeful 2017


    Hey guys
    I hope to apply for the PSNI in the next campaign for the first time. I recently found this forum and wasn't sure to post this question in this thread or the medical thread, so I just picked here lol. Can you pass the medical if you are currently on a waiting list for surgery ? Or will you fail ?
    I can't find an answer for this anywhere.

    Many thanks


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    #313
    Homer01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,640 ✭✭✭Homer01


    Psni hopeful 2017 wrote: »
    Hey guys
    I hope to apply for the PSNI in the next campaign for the first time. I recently found this forum and wasn't sure to post this question in this thread or the medical thread, so I just picked here lol. Can you pass the medical if you are currently on a waiting list for surgery ? Or will you fail ?
    I can't find an answer for this anywhere.

    Many thanks

    Welcome aboard :)

    Depends on the surgery. Have a look at the document on the link below to see possible issues.

    https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/national-recruitment-standards-medical-standards-for-police-recruitment


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    #314
    majgreen
    Closed Accounts Posts: 412 ✭✭majgreen


    Psni hopeful 2017 wrote: »
    Hey guys
    I hope to apply for the PSNI in the next campaign for the first time. I recently found this forum and wasn't sure to post this question in this thread or the medical thread, so I just picked here lol. Can you pass the medical if you are currently on a waiting list for surgery ? Or will you fail ?
    I can't find an answer for this anywhere.

    Many thanks

    Depends on the problem and the recovery time! You may end up with a different offer of employment with slightly different terms


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    #315
    2017randomguy
    Registered Users Posts: 2 ✭2017randomguy


    When I was 17 (over 10 years ago), I received what is known as an 'Informed Warning' for possession of Cannabis, which was at that time, still a Class C drug. Basically my Mother and I went to the local station and I was given a stern talking to. I was told that if I behaved myself, it would be removed from my record after 18 months. This encounter with fate was a pivotal moment in my life. I regret that it had to happen but I am grateful that it did. I shudder to think what kind of person I would be today, had it not occurred...
    Anyway, my query is this: will this transgression prevent me from being considered as a candidate, were I to apply in the Autumn?
    I am also curious as to when I should disclose the offence - when I first apply or if I made it so far in the recruitment process as to be vetted?
    I would be grateful to anyone who could shed light on these matters.
    I want to join the PSNI. I have for a number of years now. I have finally worked up the courage to apply but my fear is that this one mistake, made so long ago when I was young and stupid, would prevent me from realising what has become a dream...


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    #316
    Johannes_Cabal
    Registered Users Posts: 504 ✭✭✭Johannes_Cabal


    2017randomguy wrote: »
    When I was 17 (over 10 years ago), I received what is known as an 'Informed Warning' for possession of Cannabis, which was at that time, still a Class C drug. Basically my Mother and I went to the local station and I was given a stern talking to. I was told that if I behaved myself, it would be removed from my record after 18 months. This encounter with fate was a pivotal moment in my life. I regret that it had to happen but I am grateful that it did. I shudder to think what kind of person I would be today, had it not occurred...
    Anyway, my query is this: will this transgression prevent me from being considered as a candidate, were I to apply in the Autumn?
    I am also curious as to when I should disclose the offence - when I first apply or if I made it so far in the recruitment process as to be vetted?
    I would be grateful to anyone who could shed light on these matters.
    I want to join the PSNI. I have for a number of years now. I have finally worked up the courage to apply but my fear is that this one mistake, made so long ago when I was young and stupid, would prevent me from realising what has become a dream...

    You'll not really have the opportunity to disclose it until you reach the vetting stage. At that point it's best to be open and honest about everything and just explain the circumstances.

    If you are worried about it to the extent that you can't wait until the vetting stage, try to contact recruitment and ask for advice.

    The only problem with that is they could say each application is assessed on an individual basis at the time and they may not be able to give you a definitive answer.

    Personally I'd say it's worth applying in the Autumn and when it comes down to it, just be open and honest, after that it really is out of your hands.


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    #317
    shanevendrell
    Registered Users Posts: 464 ✭✭shanevendrell


    Personally, I highly doubt that they would fail you for that. Read back through the vetting thread, many misdemeanours have been sent to the vetting department over the years and passed :)


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    #318
    Homer01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,640 ✭✭✭Homer01


    I too see no issue with this. Get applying and disclose all when it comes to vetting.


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    #319
    Conji21
    Closed Accounts Posts: 28 ✭Conji21


    Is anyone in this thread from the Republic going to be applying ?


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    #320
    Timetravel
    Closed Accounts Posts: 560 ✭✭✭Timetravel


    https://www.iompolice.im/careers/police-careers/

    Came across this today if anyone is I interested


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    #321
    CaptHarris
    Closed Accounts Posts: 21 ✭CaptHarris


    2017randomguy wrote: »
    When I was 17 (over 10 years ago), I received what is known as an 'Informed Warning' for possession of Cannabis, which was at that time, still a Class C drug. Basically my Mother and I went to the local station and I was given a stern talking to. I was told that if I behaved myself, it would be removed from my record after 18 months. This encounter with fate was a pivotal moment in my life. I regret that it had to happen but I am grateful that it did. I shudder to think what kind of person I would be today, had it not occurred...
    Anyway, my query is this: will this transgression prevent me from being considered as a candidate, were I to apply in the Autumn?
    I am also curious as to when I should disclose the offence - when I first apply or if I made it so far in the recruitment process as to be vetted?
    I would be grateful to anyone who could shed light on these matters.
    I want to join the PSNI. I have for a number of years now. I have finally worked up the courage to apply but my fear is that this one mistake, made so long ago when I was young and stupid, would prevent me from realising what has become a dream...

    Based on the information you've posted, I don't see this alone standing in the way of getting in. Just be honest during the process and declare it as soon as you're given the opportunity.


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    #322
    2017randomguy
    Registered Users Posts: 2 ✭2017randomguy


    Thank you all for your encouraging messages.


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    #323
    bangedtorights
    Closed Accounts Posts: 46 ✭bangedtorights


    Well after today's news, it doesn't look they will be having a recruitment campaign this year. What a mess!

    Cuts, Cuts and more Cuts. The government are bleeding the PSNI dry.

    Hopefully someone from the PSNI comes out in the next few days and clarifies if the Autumn Campaign is still running or not


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    #324
    Razor3677
    Closed Accounts Posts: 52 ✭✭Razor3677


    bangedtorights wrote: »
    Well after today's news, it doesn't look they will be having a recruitment campaign this year. What a mess!

    Cuts, Cuts and more Cuts. The government are bleeding the PSNI dry.

    Hopefully someone from the PSNI comes out in the next few days and clarifies if the Autumn Campaign is still running or not

    I don't think the campaign will be axed. I'm aware that their is a lot of officers expected to retire which will reduce numbers however I expect that they will not take in as much anticipated.


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    #325
    majgreen
    Closed Accounts Posts: 412 ✭✭majgreen


    It's absolutely farsical. It's abundantly clear to everyone that the PSNI is understaffed and struggling to cope with demand. It beggars belief that the budget is being further reduced. Hopefully recruitment in some shape or form will continue


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    #326
    bangedtorights
    Closed Accounts Posts: 46 ✭bangedtorights


    Ok folks, so I have just watched the whole meeting with the Chief Con and Policing Board.

    The Chief Con has confirmed recruitment will be continuing this financial year and the Autumn Recruitment IS happening!!

    The IST will be online by the sounds of it. As barriers to recruitment will be implemented in the Autumn!!


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    #327
    shanevendrell
    Registered Users Posts: 464 ✭✭shanevendrell


    Excellent work.

    Media scaremongering for clicks and paper sales can be undermined by doing some early detective work :)


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    #328
    Razor3677
    Closed Accounts Posts: 52 ✭✭Razor3677


    bangedtorights wrote: »
    Ok folks, so I have just watched the whole meeting with the Chief Con and Policing Board.

    The Chief Con has confirmed recruitment will be continuing this financial year and the Autumn Recruitment IS happening!!

    The IST will be online by the sounds of it. As barriers to recruitment will be implemented in the Autumn!!
    Happy days ! Guess I'll have to knuckle down soon and hit the books to prepare for the IST


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    #329
    ZXC53
    Registered Users Posts: 12 ✭ZXC53


    Hello everyone, I'm looking to apply to join the Police later this year and I'm just wondering if anyone knows the policy in regards to operations on the knee. I've just been given the choice of having knee keyhole surgery to see if it will repair my knee or waiting it out and seeing if it will heal naturally (for which I have waited 9 months with no improvement).
    Obviously I would like to take the offer of the surgery but I don't want it to be a hinderance to my application so am just wondering if anyone knows any more? Many thanks.


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    #330
    Homer01
    Registered Users Posts: 1,640 ✭✭✭Homer01


    ZXC53 wrote: »
    Hello everyone, I'm looking to apply to join the Police later this year and I'm just wondering if anyone knows the policy in regards to operations on the knee. I've just been given the choice of having knee keyhole surgery to see if it will repair my knee or waiting it out and seeing if it will heal naturally (for which I have waited 9 months with no improvement).
    Obviously I would like to take the offer of the surgery but I don't want it to be a hinderance to my application so am just wondering if anyone knows any more? Many thanks.

    Take a look at the guidelines and see where you fall in. If you can pass the fitness test then you're halfway there.

    https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/100695/621216.doc


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    #331
    Razor3677
    Closed Accounts Posts: 52 ✭✭Razor3677


    ZXC53 wrote: »
    Hello everyone, I'm looking to apply to join the Police later this year and I'm just wondering if anyone knows the policy in regards to operations on the knee. I've just been given the choice of having knee keyhole surgery to see if it will repair my knee or waiting it out and seeing if it will heal naturally (for which I have waited 9 months with no improvement).
    Obviously I would like to take the offer of the surgery but I don't want it to be a hinderance to my application so am just wondering if anyone knows any more? Many thanks.
    Personally I would advise you to take surgery, during the medical you will have to indicate your problem anyway and if it has not improved that may affect you. Think what's most ideal for you. I too am suffering the same problem and I am also about to take a minor operation on an other part but I guess their is no harm in applying and hopefully see how it goes


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