Garda Trainee 2018 campaign

Ciano1997

After the devastating news of failing stage 3 yesterday, I’m just wondering when the next campaign is? I heard it’s September 2018?

D Trent

Ciano1997 wrote: »

After the devastating news of failing stage 3 yesterday, I’m just wondering when the next campaign is? I heard it’s September 2018?

You can appeal to PAS to resit the stage 3, complain that your result should have been higher etc

Think the deadline for appeals is Monday around 10am

Ciano1997

D Trent wrote: »

You can appeal to PAS to resit the stage 3, complain that your result should have been higher etc

Think the deadline for appeals is Monday around 10am

I didn’t know u can apple? Thanks for letting me know.

D Trent

Ciano1997 wrote: »

I didn’t know u can apple? Thanks for letting me know.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away

Email them before Monday

Ciano1997

D Trent wrote: »

An apple a day keeps the doctor away

Email them before Monday

Sorry apple wasn’t meant to be in there .

vardy98

Would a new recruitment campaign not start in January, February, at least I couldn't see it not happening before September 18? Thats over 9 months away.

Rparker17

vardy98 wrote: »

Would a new recruitment campaign not start in January, February, at least I couldn't see it not happening before September 18? Thats over 9 months away.

Going off of Jan 16, Sep 16, Jun 17, it seems to be 9 month gaps so probably March 18?

Andrei.tfn

Hi , anyone know when they will be open for new applications?

P1nkr0ses

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job seeker

P1nkr0ses wrote: »

Regarding age, I'll be 34 in August so I'm getting pretty damn close to the cut off. Do you only have to be under 35 at the point of application?

Like, if the next applications are accepted in September 2018 I'll be 34 but what if I wasn't called for training until after I turned 35...?

I assumed it was up to 35? Meaning that your application wouldn't be accepted if you were 36..

Jack53

It's our age at the closing date of campaign . So you could be 34 and 11/12. And it could take u 2 years to get in so ideally you could be 37

job seeker

Jack53 wrote: »

It's our age at the closing date of campaign . So you could be 34 and 11/12. And it could take u 2 years to get in so ideally you could be 37

Scrap what I said, Jack is correct.

D Trent

I'd say tomorrow Thursday will be a new campaign ..

vardy98

D Trent wrote: »

I'd say tomorrow Thursday will be a new campaign ..

God I hope your rIght lad.

userunkown

D Trent wrote: »

I'd say tomorrow Thursday will be a new campaign ..

Why do you say that?

job seeker

userunkown wrote: »

Why do you say that?

Almost a week ago and no sign of a new campaign yet. I'd say nobody knows for sure. Until it's officially launched. Other wise it's all just speculation imo..

shaneoc42

Hi lads, I'm very much looking forward to recruitment opening this year. However I do have one question that I just can't seem to find the answer to anywhere else, where do you find the application itself once it is possible to apply?

I'm also somewhat concerned my age may have a big enough deal to play in selection, I'm only 19 years of age as of now. Do you think that will play a role in how they look at the application or how they respond to it?

Elliot192

shaneoc42 wrote: »

Hi lads, I'm very much looking forward to recruitment opening this year. However I do have one question that I just can't seem to find the answer to anywhere else, where do you find the application itself once it is possible to apply?

I'm also somewhat concerned my age may have a big enough deal to play in selection, I'm only 19 years of age as of now. Do you think that will play a role in how they look at the application or how they respond to it?

You need to register with publicjobs.ie. Then sign up for alerts.

19 year olds have been recruited in the last couple of years, so no issue there.

Just make sure you have some sort of voluntary/community experience and you will be grand.

userunkown

And it still hasn't happened...
Anybody got any info?
Or is it still anybody's guess

Catepillar1994

Anyone else contentiously refreshing to see if a new campaign has been announced yet?

Sue93

Catepillar1994 wrote: »

Anyone else contentiously refreshing to see if a new campaign has been announced yet?

They shared a link on Facebook yesterday about the process involved if your intrested in applying. Im sure thats a sign there will be one soon on the link there was an optiom to sign up to get notified when the campaigns open

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2054889564751483&id=1666364440270666

Catepillar1994

Sue93 wrote: »

They shared a link on Facebook yesterday about the process involved if your intrested in applying. Im sure thats a sign there will be one soon on the link there was an optiom to sign up to get notified when the campaigns open

Thank you

Ciano1997

Guys I read on Facebook on the Garda recruitment pages the next drive is in the summer months of '18! So keep your eyes peeled while enjoying the Sun

kerryman85

New campaign announced for people waiting to apply this year.... it’s on public’s Jobs.

Catepillar1994

Is anyone having an awful time trying to download step 1 or is it just me

SilverPenney

I was able to fill out the application form online, and then it only gave the option to upload it. However, the only file that appears to be uploadable is the Step 3 (info for the interview).

Lucas Hood

How proficient in a 2nd language would you need to be for this ?

User2206

Anyone else having trouble downloading the PDF application form? It keeps giving me an error message!

User2206

Catepillar1994 wrote: »

Is anyone having an awful time trying to download step 1 or is it just me

No, I’m having the same trouble, I keep getting an error message when I try download the application form

Spunter

User2206 wrote: »

Anyone else having trouble downloading the PDF application form? It keeps giving me an error message!

Hey you must have Adobe Reader downloaded on your machine, If you download the application form as usual then right click the file and select "Open in Adobe Reader" this should work.

SilverPenney

I know I posted above, but just to clear something up: Is the PDF application form the one with the details for the interview stage (ie. jobs, hobbies)? That is the one I downloaded and am currently filling out to put in with the online application form. The last recruitment drive I took part in (September 2016) that particular form wasn't filled out until you were called for an interview.

MC1408

Hey guys,
Make sure to keep a copy of your application. The information on it will be needed for interview.

Elliot192

Lucas Hood wrote: »

How proficient in a 2nd language would you need to be for this ?

Have to pass the PAS Irish test or have a LC or equivalent or higher in the second language.

LukeP26

Elliot192 wrote: »

Have to pass the PAS Irish test or have a LC or equivalent or higher in the second language.

I have pass level English and foundation level Irish but could I pass some sort of aptitude test as I really only took foundation level out of laziness 8 years ago ? Any help appreciated, thanks.

FIVE.0

LukeP26 wrote: »

I have pass level English and foundation level Irish but could I pass some sort of aptitude test as I really only took foundation level out of laziness 8 years ago ? Any help appreciated, thanks.

There is an Irish exam you can do with PAS to get you in, Iv been told it's tough so if your serious about it you should start taking Irish classes sooner rather than later.

LukeP26

Thanks for the reply. I'm also training hard for the fitness test but I'm also wondering, how strict are the instructors for the fitness test? I plan on being able to do above and beyond in terms of what's required I'm just struggling with the 2.4km under the required time at the moment. Thanks again.

FIVE.0

LukeP26 wrote: »

Thanks for the reply. I'm also training hard for the fitness test but I'm also wondering, how strict are the instructors for the fitness test? I plan on being able to do above and beyond in terms of what's required I'm just struggling with the 2.4km under the required time at the moment. Thanks again.

It could be the Guts of 8months before you get your fitness date so I wouldn't worry about that yet.
They are strict as in, you have to meet the requirements that's set out.
You'll fly it with a bitta training. Not many men fail the fitness from what I can tell.

Elliot192

LukeP26 wrote: »

Thanks for the reply. I'm also training hard for the fitness test but I'm also wondering, how strict are the instructors for the fitness test? I plan on being able to do above and beyond in terms of what's required I'm just struggling with the 2.4km under the required time at the moment. Thanks again.

It's a beep test which is a 20m shuttle run that starts out slow at 8.5kph and gets progressively faster, in your case 12kph. Males age 18-25 need to reach level 8.8 (8.1 if you are older) which is around the 1400m mark I think. I'd have to look it up.

Elliot192

FIVE.0 wrote: »

It could be the Guts of 8months before you get your fitness date so I wouldn't worry about that yet.
They are strict as in, you have to meet the requirements that's set out.
You'll fly it with a bitta training. Not many men fail the fitness from what I can tell.

Yeah, think more women fail the beep but I have seen a lad or two. But mostly I've seen lads get caught out on the sit ups and push ups because of poor form. Like if two or three or five don't count it means you have to be able to knock out 40 sit ups in under a minute. Same with the push ups. Adrenaline will mostly get you through but I'd be aiming for 30 push ups in training so the 25 will be no bother to you.

But anyone who starts training now won't have any problems.

LukeP26

Thanks for the help lads. So do you not have to do 2.4km in under 12 minutes and 40 seconds? Yeah I'll make sure to aim higher than the requirements and I'll get onto Public Jobs now about organising the Irish test. Thanks again lads.

Elliot192

LukeP26 wrote: »

Thanks for the help lads. So do you not have to do 2.4km in under 12 minutes and 40 seconds? Yeah I'll make sure to aim higher than the requirements and I'll get onto Public Jobs now about organising the Irish test. Thanks again lads.

No it's beep, 8min break, sit ups, push ups, long break, obstacle course, push pull.

You don't need to organise the Irish test. Once you pass the interview PAS will arrange it for you.

I'd read the booklet. It's really helpful and answers most questions.

Supercron

Elliot192 wrote: »

Have to pass the PAS Irish test or have a LC or equivalent or higher in the second language.

Sorry to jump in here but I've a basic pass in ordinary level Irish as in a "D" would be of any use?

Thank you

FIVE.0

Supercron wrote: »

Sorry to jump in here but I've a basic pass in ordinary level Irish as in a "D" would be of any use?

Thank you

Yip! That will do just fine.

KealB99

Hoped to apply during this campaign but unfortunately won’t have my leaving cert done and my results got until August. Next year hopefully!

Richmond Ultra

LukeP26 wrote: »

Thanks for the help lads. So do you not have to do 2.4km in under 12 minutes and 40 seconds? Yeah I'll make sure to aim higher than the requirements and I'll get onto Public Jobs now about organising the Irish test. Thanks again lads.

It is about 10 minutes running, you'll be fine. Last October I was 91kg, now after a bit of training, diet change etc, I'm 77kg. If you want it, you'll get it. I'm just waiting for a PCT day now.

Supercron

FIVE.0 wrote: »

Yip! That will do just fine.

Thank you. Hopefully now know one will ask my questions in Irish :eek:

pedrigo

With the new campaign launched I just have a few quick questions regarding pay.

On attestation I will be elligible for a basic salary of €28,405 plus whatever O.T. and unsociable hours allowances. It says that as I have a 3rd level degree after 2 years I can apply for an additional 2/3 increments.

So my first question is, in addition to the basic salary, on average how much is O.T. and unsociable hours worth per year? (Roughly)

Secondly, does a 3rd level degree qualify you for 2 or 3 increments?

And finally, will you always be 2/3 increments ahead of somone who does not have a 3rd level degree or is this a once off payment?

Any info/ advice would be greatly appreciated.

Kevin17W

Hi all, I’ve applied for the trainee position in this new campaign (May 2018).
I hoping to get some advice in relation to the training courses online to help with the various stages of this application.
I’m just wondering if anyone here did one of these courses and if so was it helpful. Was the sample aptitude tests similar to the actual one? I don’t want to throw away money if not.
Thank you!!

FIVE.0

Kevin17W wrote: »

Hi all, I’ve applied for the trainee position in this new campaign (May 2018).
I hoping to get some advice in relation to the training courses online to help with the various stages of this application.
I’m just wondering if anyone here did one of these courses and if so was it helpful. Was the sample aptitude tests similar to the actual one? I don’t want to throw away money if not.
Thank you!!

I would highly recommend the career services course! I found it brill, I'm not great at aptitude test so the course really benefited me.

Kevin17W

FIVE.0 wrote: »

I would highly recommend the career services course! I found it brill, I'm not great at aptitude test so the course really benefited me.

Thank you for replying :-) .
Is the content you’re given similar to the actual aptitude tests or just generic ones for various jobs?

kerryman85

Kevin17W wrote: »

Thank you for replying :-) .
Is the content you’re given similar to the actual aptitude tests or just generic ones for various jobs?

I agree with FIVE.0, I did the Day course with career services for stage 1 and then the online course for stage 2. Well worth the money and very similar the the real tests for AGS. I’d highly recommend.