Originally Posted by
Kennytheking
My understanding is that the hold pool is where they place successful candidates whilst they await a course date and job offer.
I don’t know how you came to this understanding, but please be aware it’s not correct. All the airlines I know of can pick and choose the best candidates from a pool. I don’t know of any that chooses them based on some sort of pseudo-seniority (I’ll ask about BA but I’m pretty sure they are the same).
Also, while you mention your discussions with BA, if you were offered an interview with both BA and Jet2 would you go to both or turn one down based on loyalty to the one who offered you an interview first? Just think about it.
Maybe the wording of the email could be more touchy-feely, and describe it as 'successful but not needed'. If that makes candidates feel better I’m all for it. It doesn’t change the fact that you’ll have to reapply though.
I hope this doesn’t sound harsh or cruel, or even disrespectful… but sometimes a direct approach is needed to explain the state of affairs. If this experience contrasts with your values just let Jet2 be, and apply elsewhere to see if those airlines are any different.