Latest Info For POELTS - August 2015

[juniper1426]

I started the day before payday and I got one days pay for the one day I had worked! However, I also know a couple on my course didn't get paid on the pay day after this. I would make sure they have all your details and get the forms sent back promptly

[bambamdaddio]

So if I started on the 2nd of November does that mean I'll receive or should receive approx 4 weeks pay at the end of November? . . Just curious as Christmas and three kids needs sorting out

[NeedToKnowBasis]

Should... Yes.

NTKB

[bambamdaddio]

Cheers for the reply bud, just finished my first week at Newbold and its been brilliant so far . . Really enjoyed it . . .

[jenhen]

Hello all!

I start on 18 January 16. Can you recommend a decent brand of tactical belt?

Any new starters on here receiving the market force supplement of £4000pa? If so was it mentioned in your contract? Mine wasnt mentioned in the pay section of my contract.

Thanks,

[mattzo027]

You don't want a tactical belt until after training as you can't wear them during training,

I ordered mine on eBay for 4.63 and its brilliant belt

[Bexster]

Can anyone tell me if there is a gym on site or nearby? (Fitness and gym rat)

[mattzo027]

Yes there is a gym on-site, it is small but I found around 2030 was a good time to go,

There is also a trim trail around the site also

[Bexster]

Yes there is a gym on-site, it is small but I found around 2030 was a good time to go,

There is also a trim trail around the site also

Thank you, weights section?

[mattzo027]

Yeah there are a small selection of weightz

[jenhen]

Hi all,

Whilst attending the POELTS course do you still get the same wage or is it reduced by the 17% unsociable hours supplement?

Thanks

[NeedToKnowBasis]

No reduction... you get paid your full wage rate during training.

NTKB

[jenhen]

Thanks mate

[jenhen]

Is there much evening work involved in the POELTS course? I am asking because my course location has changed and is no longer residential meaning an hours travelling there and back each day.

[riflegreen74]

One night per week. We finished the normal working day at 17:00, had tea and did our ED (evening duty) until 18:45. This is used to prepare for a group project between 4-5 students which you will take turns in presenting to the trainers and to your section on the final week. This is on a prison based subject that they pick for you. Absolutely nothing to worry about and lasts for around 20 mins per group.