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FIRE SERVICE AND GENERAL FIRE SAFETY TOPICS => Service Training OR Recruitment => Topic started by: wyngwili on July 24, 2008, 05:20:54 PM

Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on July 24, 2008, 05:20:54 PM
Well that’s the application form sent anybody else out there applied?  And can anybody answer how a Brigade knows if you've applied for more than one at a time.  I asked a guy from London and they’re policy is your allowed to apply for as many as you like they don't take it into consideration.  So there isn't a national consensus on the issue.  Anyway fingers crossed.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Frank6912 on July 25, 2008, 09:21:00 AM
That's cutting it fine! The closing date is today (25/07/08). I've applied and am also at the practical stage with West Mids. Not sure if there is a way for them to know, but i haven't seen an application form that doesn't ask if you have or are applying else where so if you don't tell the truth you could be shooting yourself in the foot at a later date.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Cat on July 27, 2008, 02:53:31 PM
I've just applied to them as well and have also got a form off for Hampshire earlier on the year.  Am still waiting to hear from them but they said it was likely to be nearer September before I'm might hear anything.  I agree with Frank6912, if you have applied else where and don't mention it and they find out, you could be doing yourself more harm than good.  Don't know how true this is but i've been told that they haven't got a way to find out if you have applied else where or not yet but honesty must be the best option.

Good luck guys anyway with your application(s).
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Mikeusher on July 29, 2008, 09:56:11 AM
I submitted my application last week with GFRS. Having put a great deal of time and effort into this application. I was    dissapointed that the GFRS wouldnt be sending unsucessful applicants a courtesy letter and leave them in wonder upto the 22nd of September. Commitment to excellence could be improved upon.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: chas5837 on July 29, 2008, 10:38:55 AM
Hello

Has anyone heard anything from Gloucetsershire yet? I put in an SAE and have not had that back either.....

I know it is early days but starting to worry that they have not received the forms yet.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Cat on July 29, 2008, 12:48:08 PM
Hiya,

I sent an SAE and received it back on Friday.  I sent my application last Tuesday next day delivery though, so it might depend on when you sent it.  Here's to the good old waiting game again!!!
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Mikeusher on August 07, 2008, 09:44:15 AM
Hi,

Anyone has anyone heard from the GFRS regarding the next stage of recruitment?
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Cat on August 07, 2008, 08:42:13 PM
Hi,

I've not heard back yet.  I'm thinking it might take a while for them to get back to successful candidates though.  At least they have told us that we should hear by 22nd Sept if we are successful.  Better than not having any date at least.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on August 15, 2008, 02:43:55 PM
I received confirmation that GFRS have received my application but nothing regarding if they’ve accepted it or not.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on October 03, 2008, 04:03:38 PM
Hi all.  I plan to travel to Severn Park Training Centre by Train on the day.  Just wondering how far the facility is away from either Bristol Parkway or Bristol station and if it is feasible to get a taxi from either station.  Thanks.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Username on October 06, 2008, 04:23:36 PM
It's a bit of a hike out to the training centre, guess it'd be £20 ish in a cab. St Andrews Road seems to be the closest station, not sure how good the connections are from Temple Meads though.

http://www.vtgroupplc.com/severnpark/product.asp?func=1&catID=644
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Cat on October 07, 2008, 11:40:37 AM
Well done wyngwili on getting shortlisted.  I also got shortlisted but had to pull out due to external reasons and am gutted.  Good luck with the NFA and NFQ tests, and let us know how you get on.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on October 16, 2008, 01:09:22 PM
That's the written test done.  Tough as always.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on October 28, 2008, 11:27:31 AM
Anybody heard how the written went?
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: dutch on November 03, 2008, 02:24:13 PM
Hi,
I'm new to this forum.
I'm also awaiting results, so hopefully they'll arrive soon
dutch
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on November 10, 2008, 07:22:43 PM
How did you find it duch?
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: dutch on November 11, 2008, 05:24:51 PM
Unfortunately I had a letter saying I passed, but I wasn't getting an invite to the next stage. Gutted, but not too down hearted as I've other options coming soon. If you've got an invite to the next stage, you'll be fine if you've a reasonable fitness level. Some of the tests only need a cool head and concentration.
Good luck
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on November 13, 2008, 11:20:15 PM
Just had the same letter!  I’ve passed but it won’t go further!
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: Cat on November 14, 2008, 11:24:31 AM
Congratulations on passing the NFA and NFQ Tests.  Sorry to hear they aren't taking you any further though.  Do you happen to know why, seems a bit unfair to me?  At least you know you can pass these tests now.  Well good luck with any other applications you have/are going to make.
Title: Gloucestershire fire brigade
Post by: wyngwili on November 14, 2008, 02:13:11 PM
It seems that many applicants did well and therefore they decided to progress with the top 100 applicants.  I've been told that I reached the national standard.  Looking at my feedback sheet I think I need to pay attention to my openness to change as the feedback was very positive about the rest.  That’s the situational awareness questions.  Also I’m going to look at Amazon and see it there are any up to date training books out there.  Wait