UK Border Force

Anyone been lucky enough to hear back from vetting yet? Hopefully won't be too much longer.

I worked as an Admissions Officer for HMPS for 4 years (Civil Service). I then worked as British Transport Police staff for around 1.5 years.
I've also done 2 years as a PSCO and 3 years as Met Police staff
How about yourself? What is your background?

Any news jond0e1? The wait is murder

Hi guys.

I just got my reply for the Border Force Officer role. here is what it said:

"Thank you for attending the interview for the above post with the UK Border Force. We are sorry that it has taken us longer than expected to notify you of the results.

Unfortunately, we are sorry to inform you that, after careful consideration, the interview board have not recommended you for appointment on this occasion. You will appreciate that this is an extremely competitive area of employment and the overall quality of applicants has been extremely high.

We regret that due to the number of candidates interviewed feedback will not be available.

We would like to thank you for the time and commitment you have given to the recruitment process and for the interest you have shown in the UK Border Force. We wish you all the best in your future career.

Kind Regards"
I haven't commented before, but I have endeavored to create this account to thank everyone that has made an effort to comment and make useful contributions to this thread. I can't actually put into words how helpful and supportive you guys have been. Thanks again. For those of you wondering how long the process has been (In relation to my application specifically) here's a brief run through: 1st Jan 2013 = sent of application; 14 jan = completed online assessment; 20th Feb = told i was on reserve list for interview; 1st March = invited for interview; 8th march = interviewed; 15th march = received email from capita RE results delay; 16th April = Rejected............The whole process has been a farce. Thank goodness I didn't hold my breath and actually secured another job during the intervening MONTHS. Best of luck to you all. Its probably a fantastic job; notwithstanding the slothful process used to determine ones suitability.

Finally got an invite to interview after being on the reserve list. Have to start my preparation fingers cross the wait will be worth it.

Hello Mumz,
First and foremost, I'd like to congratulate you on reaching the interview stage!!
What position did you apply for and how long have you been on the reserve list for? Some details on the dates would be a great to help others to gain clues on waiting times and recruitment numbers etc..
How many dates of choices were you given for your interview slot?
Anyone else here in the same boat as Mumzie?
Thank you in advance for your time and goodluck in your interview!

Unbelievable!!!! I finally got a reply for BFO role after being on the reserve list for an interview only to say that I'm ineligible due to 9 months in Germany! I emailed them to ask this before I even completed my application. Furthermore, I managed to get overseas criminal record clearance for an airport security job- why can't I do the same for this?! I know that some of you have been in contact with UKBA/Capita regarding application outcomes, can anyone suggest who may be the best person to contact about this? Thanks!


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