DWP employment waiting list

dr.e

I've just spoken to Newcastle and they're most unhelpful. Apparently if I wish to know where I am on the waiting list I have to write to them? Talk about keep you in the dark. We want to give you a job, oh, no we don't, urm, yes we do, we just don't want to tell you when you start.

lili2008

That's extremely annoying for you dr e, and inconsistent, as they told me by phone what number on the list I was. I guess all you can do is write and wait. But I know how you feel.

What area is your application?

Shania311

Well I am waiting for them to call me as all my checks etc is done..papers are back.....I am travelling on 1st Apr.....my mobile will be switched off.....knowing before I leave would be so helpful...

bazzab

Just a quick question!

I've got to fill in the Character and Criminal Declaration form. At the top of the front cover are 2 blank boxes with a strange black symbol to the left of each box. Underneath are 5 lines running the width of the page all contained within 1 box. What information is required here? The pages are photocopies so I guess some vital information is missing!

I'm guessing forename and surname are required in the top 2 seperate boxes, then address in the 5 lined box below. That would make sense but there's nothing to indicate what information is required!

Anyone help?

Shania311

bazzab wrote: »

Just a quick question!

I've got to fill in the Character and Criminal Declaration form. At the top of the front cover are 2 blank boxes with a strange black symbol to the left of each box. Underneath are 5 lines running the width of the page all contained within 1 box. What information is required here? The pages are photocopies so I guess some vital information is missing!

I'm guessing forename and surname are required in the top 2 seperate boxes, then address in the 5 lined box below. That would make sense but there's nothing to indicate what information is required!

Anyone help?

Part A - Type of disclosure ( basic standard enhanced) - you dont have to fill this

Part B - Present surname
Present forename
Mother's maiden (or family) Name
Are you now have you ever been or were you at birth known by a different name? If yes answer the details below
Surname
Forename

Birth details
Date Gender
Town of Birth
Registration District
Country of birth

Additional info
National Ins no
Full Passport no is this UK passport yes no
Driving License No


(This is the first page)

bazzab

Shania311 wrote: »

Part A - Type of disclosure ( basic standard enhanced) - you dont have to fill this

Part B - Present surname
Present forename
Mother's maiden (or family) Name
Are you now have you ever been or were you at birth known by a different name? If yes answer the details below
Surname
Forename

Birth details
Date Gender
Town of Birth
Registration District
Country of birth

Additional info
National Ins no
Full Passport no is this UK passport yes no
Driving License No


(This is the first page)

Ah, I'm not talking about the Disclosure application form. I mean the stapled bunch of papers entitled "Character and Criminal Record Declaration Form" it's all photocopied.

edit: rang Newcastle up and they said you can put your name and address in if you want, but as it's being sent with the Disclosure Application there's no real need. I said it was a bit strange that there are boxes but no title headings as to what information should be entered, to which he replied "Yes, it is a bit daft".....seems typical of the process so far!

dr.e

lili2008 wrote: »

That's extremely annoying for you dr e, and inconsistent, as they told me by phone what number on the list I was. I guess all you can do is write and wait. But I know how you feel.

What area is your application?

I've applied in the Essex area. Sent a letter already, it's just frustrating knowing that others have been provided with the information and I have to wait for it.

I totally appreciate how busy they are but the lady I spoke to couldn't get off the phone quick enough and kept cutting me short when I would ask a question.

suewiththeblues

selection tests -27 jan
interview -16 feb
informed i was succesful letter recieved 3 march
crb form sent off - 6 march

30th march - phone call today to say all my checks are back and offered me a start date of 12th april ! FINALLY!!!

in a jobcentre very far away from me though with many switches on the tube and long travelling time and much less money thatn i was on in my prvious job but having been out of work for 6 months i couldnt be happier LOL thank god for small mercies, i was beginning to feel like i would be unemployed forever and have certainly had enough of the jobcentre staff at my jobcentre! i vow never to be condesending, patronising, indifferent or uninformative to my clients as they have been with me this past 6 months!!!!

i actually asked for a complaint form after signing on today as i had not been told at my 6 month review id be required to sign on weekly now, with no travel refunds, and was quite shocked when i asked her if my signing on time would be at the same time in 2 weeks or at the usual time (time changed today) and she said it will be 12pm every monday, so i only found out by accident!! could of realy screwed up my money that! :eek:

the timeline is for people who have applied near the same time as me to give you a rough idea - they may be calliing you soon too!

dr.e

suewiththeblues wrote: »

selection tests -27 jan
interview -16 feb
informed i was succesful letter recieved 3 march
crb form sent off - 6 march

30th march - phone call today to say all my checks are back and offered me a start date of 12th april ! FINALLY!!!

in a jobcentre very far away from me though with many switches on the tube and long travelling time and much less money thatn i was on in my prvious job but having been out of work for 6 months i couldnt be happier LOL thank god for small mercies, i was beginning to feel like i would be unemployed forever and have certainly had enough of the jobcentre staff at my jobcentre! i vow never to be condesending, patronising, indifferent or uninformative to my clients as they have been with me this past 6 months!!!!

i actually asked for a complaint form after signing on today as i had not been told at my 6 month review id be required to sign on weekly now, with no travel refunds, and was quite shocked when i asked her if my signing on time would be at the same time in 2 weeks or at the usual time (time changed today) and she said it will be 12pm every monday, so i only found out by accident!! could of realy screwed up my money that! :eek:

the timeline is for people who have applied near the same time as me to give you a rough idea - they may be calliing you soon too!

Congratulations. I'll try and be patient for a couple of more weeks then. Keep your fingers crossed for me.

neverfullprice

suewiththeblues wrote: »

selection tests -27 jan
interview -16 feb
informed i was succesful letter recieved 3 march
crb form sent off - 6 march

30th march - phone call today to say all my checks are back and offered me a start date of 12th april ! FINALLY!!!

in a jobcentre very far away from me though with many switches on the tube and long travelling time and much less money thatn i was on in my prvious job but having been out of work for 6 months i couldnt be happier LOL thank god for small mercies, i was beginning to feel like i would be unemployed forever and have certainly had enough of the jobcentre staff at my jobcentre! i vow never to be condesending, patronising, indifferent or uninformative to my clients as they have been with me this past 6 months!!!!

i actually asked for a complaint form after signing on today as i had not been told at my 6 month review id be required to sign on weekly now, with no travel refunds, and was quite shocked when i asked her if my signing on time would be at the same time in 2 weeks or at the usual time (time changed today) and she said it will be 12pm every monday, so i only found out by accident!! could of realy screwed up my money that! :eek:

the timeline is for people who have applied near the same time as me to give you a rough idea - they may be calliing you soon too!

Well done, sue(without the blues now?!)
Let's hope the rest of us are next.