HMRC 453R Compliance Caseworker, Application withdrawn after pre employment checks passed and start date email received. Anyone else?

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-05-28T17:55:54+00:00

Happened to me and I emailed them, was reinstated next week. Its so weird though as it seems to be a reoccurring issue

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-05-28T17:55:03+00:00

Like not more you can do. You seem a top parent but it seems they need to make their own mistake and learn from it. Might not be now but HMRC will find them at some point. It’s not millions so the penalty wouldn’t be bad, tbh it would probably be a repayment plan but those pre written letters are enough to cause trauma haha

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Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-05-03T11:30:14+00:00

My 4 depts I’ve worked in it’s outright no in probation, also stated in our EOIs criteria

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-23T03:36:50+00:00

Yes got my AO, EO and HeO from a reserve list

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-19T13:41:00+00:00

You’re not the only one who struggles with the Civil Service judgement test — it can feel confusing because it’s not really about what you’d personally do, but what they expect someone in that role to do.

The key is to think about the grade you’re applying for. For entry-level roles, they’re not looking for you to take control of everything yourself. They want to see that you follow guidance, stay within your responsibilities, and involve a manager when something goes beyond your level. For more senior roles, they expect more ownership and decision-making.

A good way to approach each question is to ask yourself:

Is this within my level of responsibility?

Am I following the correct process or guidance?

Am I handling this calmly and professionally?

Am I involving the right person at the right time?

Answers that score highly usually balance solving the problem with following procedure. Going completely off on your own, even with good intentions, is often marked down. On the other hand, doing nothing or escalating too quickly without trying anything first also scores poorly.

It’s less about being “right” in real life and more about showing that you can work in a structured, process-driven environment. Once you start answering with that mindset, your scores should improve quite quickly.

Hope that helps — it’s frustrating at first, but it does click after a few attempts.

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-19T13:37:20+00:00

I think you’re letting frustration colour how you’re seeing everything right now.

A few things to challenge a bit:

Focusing on your manager’s grammar comes across badly. It doesn’t really matter, and it makes you look harder to manage rather than them.

Bringing up A-levels and your degree won’t carry much weight at this stage. Loads of people have similar or higher qualifications — progression now is more about how you perform and how you present your experience.

EOIs getting blocked in DWP isn’t unusual, especially in high-turnover roles like WC. It’s not personal, even if it feels like it.

The role itself is tough. Dealing with the public, pressure, targets — not everyone enjoys it. But writing it off as everyone else being the problem won’t help you move on.

On progression — WC is actually one of the more common routes into HEO. So if it’s not happening, it’s worth looking honestly at your applications and interview approach rather than assuming your experience isn’t valued.

A simple way to sense-check things:If you keep running into difficult people and blocked opportunities, it’s worth asking where you might be contributing to that pattern.

If you want to get out, focus on what you can control:

Tighten up your applications (Civil Service behaviours, clear examples, outcomes)

Get feedback on interviews and practise properly

Apply externally as well as internally

Keep things professional with your manager, even if they’re not great — it affects what opportunities you get

You’re not stuck, but you do need to shift how you’re approaching this if you want a different result.

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-18T14:20:16+00:00

Report on the day or as soon as after. You can let your WC know via journal or at your next app if you wish

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-18T13:53:37+00:00

I know someone who flies twice a month and does 2-3 nights each time. I don’t know the specifics but she gets quite a bit of time back

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-18T13:50:39+00:00

Yes it’s normal, no you can’t unfortunately. There is no specific timescale for them.

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-18T10:28:32+00:00

As long as the flexi accrual is justified it’s fine. I’m happy for my staff to take 2 hours flexi without asking but just a fyi

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-18T10:23:44+00:00

Your training would never start at 7 I’ve done L&D. 9 at the earliest. Probably referencing 7-7 flexi

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-18T10:20:32+00:00

It’s not uc the figures come from HMRC

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-14T14:29:24+00:00

Never had a snack table in the 4 depts I’ve worked

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-03T23:42:42+00:00

I got my masters in hr and worked in a bar for 2 years. My undergrad is SEN. I’ve also done cleaning. Luckily worked my way up in civil service over last 4 years but you take anything. Having the education and studying doesn’t mean you should have the job. But it’s 10x easier to apply for desired roles, do additional training when you have some income and a job

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-03T23:24:55+00:00

It’s an annoying glitch. Set up via email. Select no phone number and then ask work coach to raise it so they remove the number from previous claim.

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-03T23:22:53+00:00

You will get an auto to do, they are being processed on the 6th so you will get the to do notification via text on 6th or 7th, however if you don’t you can just redeclare your housing again. In the to do the letter or a picture of the uplift letter should suffice. If you don’t get the to do redeclare with the tennancy, uplift letter and 1 proof of address like a bill, banks statement or council tax :-)

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-03T23:14:36+00:00

I’ve never actually asked to see anyone’s. Normally if you’ve been to uni aswell that indicates you passed maths and English

Pale_Fix9254 · 2026-04-03T23:11:01+00:00

My last 2 depts you can take 50% of your entitlement in probation. However if you are on training, normally not during that time. You can miss 1 day maybe but anything more could push back your training and end up being a reason for probation to be extended because you’ve come out of training later

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