dancing cloud Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Think of it more as "know your future colleagues" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 27, 2015 Author Share Posted August 27, 2015 Haha, that sounds better . Well, it's over . I think it went well, I didn't dry up and answered almost all their questions without any problems. I managed to get over quite a few facts about the RSPB which they seemed to appreciate and there was quite a lot of laughter! We overran by 15 minutes which is hopefully a good sign too. I met the chap who does 2 days in the same role - I'm supposed to be the other half of the week which isn't what I was led to believe but they said for the right person they would be flexible so 5 mornings should be ok. He was nice enough but a bit laidback and unenthusiastic . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 ... and breath... Sounds quite encouraging, keeping everything crossed for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Phew....you have done your best now its in the lap of the Gods! Sounds very positive...I used to interview for the nursery management company I worked for and, believe me, we didn't over run if we were not keen on the candidate Relax and know that you have done your best and there is nothing more you can do - what will be will be - sleep well tonight and let us know how it goes (sending positive vibes, tho....does no harm!!!!!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Fingers crossed that they choose you Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted August 27, 2015 Share Posted August 27, 2015 Sounds like you are the tonic they need! Wishing you lots of luck.xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlsMum Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I'm glad you are happy with how your interview went, hopefully they won't keep you waiting too long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 Just got an email from them. The head of the department wants me to come in for a 20 minute informal chat next Thursday - "it is important that she has confidence in the person we finally appoint." One step closer, I suppose, but the waiting is killing me . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 That's great! They're obviously keen on you It's going to be unbearable for you waiting for Thursday to come around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullethunter Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 ANH that's really positive. I can't imagine theyd do that unless they were pretty sure they wanted you. My fingers are well and truly crossed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing cloud Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Very positive - well done you ! The head of dept wouldn't be speaking to you unless you were at least under very serious consideration. Go for it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollyripkim Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Thats really positive, good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkysmum Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 This is great news !!!! Feels really positive!! Woooooooow!Now go wow her too! Ax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Woooooooooooohhooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!! Way to go ANH, I'm very proud of you!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 28, 2015 Author Share Posted August 28, 2015 Thanks everyone . My only concern is that it is a looooong time since I was a proper administrator/PA/secretary so I've decided on a cunning plan to overcome that. If I was able to do all the jobs in the job spec successfully 30 years ago, just imagine how brilliant I'll be now with the aid of technology, maturity and experience . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 You will be brilliant, good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daphne Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 You can definitely do it Good luck and very well done so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat tails Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Oh how great! You rock! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Oh wow! Good luck with the second interview, about time karma paid you back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valkyrie Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Oh wow! Good luck with the second interview, about time karma paid you back I second that! Lots of good luck wishes - and I like the cunning plan with the new techno to hand! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Nothing beats maturity and experience........life skills in general are VERY underated! I remember hearing a top employer interviewed on radio saying that he would far rather employ mature mums than college leavers/youngsters as they were by far better organised, more focused, with better attention to detail and used to just getting on with things and getting the job done.........wise man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 Couldn't agree more . Also, we're not going to go off and have babies, our children are old enough to look after themselves and, in my case, even my mum isn't a problem as she's in a nursing home now. I was asked at the interview if it was a problem that there might not be any career progression and I said absolutely not, I'm 53 and would be happy to be in a busy job that I enjoy and makes a difference - I then said they'd have me till I retire! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ain't Nobody Here Posted September 2, 2015 Author Share Posted September 2, 2015 Thank you . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
