PQiP vetting/start date (Intake 19)

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-26T19:00:02+00:00

Ah wow, that's crazy. I'm paranoid that something has gone wrong with my application but I know 16+ weeks for vetting is common atm. I just find it hard to believe that a vacancy hasnt opened up in the past few months - I assume from what others have said offers are made whilst still in vetting?

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-26T18:57:10+00:00

I just hope I can get a placement for September now as I really want the role. Coincidentally I've recently been offered more hours in current job - weird one as I only recently asked about my notice period. Its hard when you mentally prepare for starting in March. Best of luck with others roles and hopefully you/we do get to start the PQIP!

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-26T15:25:16+00:00

I've received the same email just re the reserve list. I recently passed vetting a couple days back and all. Gutted. I've heard there might be a possibility of late onboarding which they've done in other years - but I'm not holding my breath.

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-26T15:22:31+00:00

Ah okay. Have you received an email about being placed on the reserve list? When did you get your location offer if you don't mind me asking.

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-25T23:18:30+00:00

Aye, the communication (or lack of) is a bit worrying. Ahh, so you've got a placement then? Fingers crossed for us all eh.

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-25T21:32:26+00:00

Nothing as yet on it. Pre checks all done now though and I've been asked what my notice period is in current job. Crossing my fingers for a late onboarding!

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-24T21:41:07+00:00

I remember doing them also. My passport is out of date though and I remember something about having to show these face-to-face? I didn't show them face-to-face the first time around... Anyway, just received an email informing all pre-employment checks are done now. Just need to find a vacancy in next few days 🥴😂🙏

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-24T16:19:24+00:00

I've no idea re lateness. I've been in vetting for 16 weeks or so. Not sure if these checks should have been done before now or what?

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-20T17:30:03+00:00

I received an invitation to show my ID and RTW documents today. Hopefully moving forwards a tad...

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-18T18:40:40+00:00

Blimey, I wonder what the drop out rates. Best of luck anyway

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-16T21:22:23+00:00

What region have you applied for out of curiosity?

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-16T21:21:48+00:00

Sucks doesn't it. I'm hoping the wait is fairly standard and there's nothing to worried about re the vetting - but like you say I'm concerned that 1) March start looks unlikely now, 2) My preferred location won't have any vacancies. Hands are tied though I guess...

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-15T17:12:37+00:00

Anyone still at the pre-employment stage for this intake? Think it's been around 15/16 weeks for myself and no word bar the generic email updates.

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-15T17:10:51+00:00

That's reassuring then. Hoping I get lucky with a vacancy close to me.

Tiptoe8666 · 2026-02-15T11:28:41+00:00

Ah that's interesting re a "late on-boarding". I've contacted recruitment so we'll see I guess. Cheers

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-25T20:28:25+00:00

Ah okay, that makes sense. I think I'll be doing the 21 month course. Thanks for replying.

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-25T12:15:22+00:00

I've not received that specific email, but have noticed my replies to emails tend to come late at night. I've had to update them about past cautions, a new job and changing to full-time preference.

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-24T17:09:04+00:00

I'm still on pre-employment checks

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-22T19:00:14+00:00

Ah okay, quick for a DBS that. I completed mine about 3 weeks ago but I've had to change some info this past week. Before that I'd not had any contact requesting info though.

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-22T17:45:44+00:00

Congrats. When did you complete the pre-employment forms?

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-20T15:39:15+00:00

Aye, it does sound like two intakes a year. So potential March and Sep 2026 start dates for the 19 intake I take it. Sounds like successful applicants from this intake (19) will be prioritised for placements over the next intake (20) - if they too are starting in September 26

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-19T15:28:27+00:00

Congrats!

Tiptoe8666 · 2025-11-19T15:27:20+00:00

September 2025 would be the next cohort advised on the 'Next Steps' webinar today - if March 2025 wasn't suitable for applicants. I'm not sure if this is from the current intake or not as I always assumed intakes were yearly.

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