UK Border Force

Jahuss65,

i believe it's the conditional offer via email and training start dates.

Thanks for your feedback. I'm feeling much better now.

Kanmi,
have you been offered the same wages, pension and leave as your pervious job? Or will you be starting at a new pay scale?

Hi

I will be starting on the same scale as everyone else. I specifically asked at the interview and I was told that this recruitment campaign is an external exercise. And so I would need to resign outright if I am successful and wish to join them. I have opted to resign and join them. I am on course to hand in my letter tomorrow. I am looking forward to this new role.

Regards

Kanmi

I am existing civil servant and I have been told I can go across on marked time so will be taking my pay scale and pension and have completed the relevant forms

Lucky you. My own HR told me it's a NO NO. That I can't hold down my present job while in the employ of another. Well, I am not bothered. I hope for the best in my next move.

I am existing civil servant and I have been told I can go across on marked time so will be taking my pay scale and pension and have completed the relevant forms

What department are you with?

DWP

Hi everyone

Just seen this forum, was wondering if there's anyone starting their training Jan 14th for the Border Force Officer position?

I start on the 14th yay

Hi

I am also starting on 14th January.

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I have been employed as an immigration officer (border force officer) at Heathrow. My comments below are solely based on this role. This is a permanent role.Having just finished my training period and starting the mentoring period this week, I just wanted to share my experience and manage a few expectations.A few home truths;Do not expect to have a 'welcome pack' - I received an email with some information about the structure f the training program (which is 4 weeks in total), directions to where the training is , and some other information about parking during this time etc. Any extra info you need is given on an ongoing basis, so don't worry about feeling in the dark.
Do not expect a contract before you start the training - I had mine by the end of the first week sent by post. If you are relocating make sure they have the right address to avoid delays.You will most likely have to pay for parking during the training (this is reimbursed after getting to your terminal) a free parking pass is provided once you start in the job. Mine cost a fiver a day at a local car park.You will most likely not get a uniform before you start (i have been told to wear business wear, but a border force tie has been provided. apparently the rest of the uniform is on order)
The shift Rota may change at short notice, and you are expected to be flexible. This is written into the contract and is on all the job info, so don't be shocked if it happens! Just keep a note of all the changes that are made.All this said, I am still as excited as I was before;The training is excellent and the trainers are all very experienced officers, themselves highly trained to deliver the program. They are extremely knowledgeable and patient. They want everyone to pass (no-one has failed by the way!), so will help you in any way they can. The groups are great and it is fantastic to be with like minded people who are all as enthusiastic as you. There is a real mix of people so lots of friends to be made!The training really opens your eyes to the wider issues in play regarding immigration, and sometimes this will challenge you. I love this aspect of the job though Everyone that started being mentored over the weekend that I have spoken to have said they love the job!The home office may have sorted all these issues out for the January recruits onwards, but if not remember this is a massive organisation that is going through the biggest recruitment campaign in its history. We will make up one fifth of all the border force staff at Heathrow, so we are all part of a huge change, and you should be proud and excited to be part of it.My advice is to not get too disheartened, stick with it as I am sure you will love it!Hope this helps some people who feel in the dark and frustrated.
Musicman5.

I'm in DWP and I'm transferring over. It's going to be a level transfer. Not a new recruit.

I applied 1st June. They advertised for 400 staff. Interview on 9th August. Told I passed the next day. Security cleared on 10th October. Starting training 21st January.

I applied 1st June. They advertised for 400 staff. Interview on 9th August. Told I passed the next day. Security cleared on 10th October. Starting training 21st January.