Thanks for the feedback folks. Glad to know it is possible (candidate permitting)
MCDU I have to agree with Cat3C, I've always thought all backseating is valuable...In a profession where you're always learning, watching how others do it surely can only be good.
I know some people don't like to be observed, but I was trained from the early days to expect it as the norm (even when there is nobody there we still have the good old QAR). During my CPL training, I've had plenty of backseaters including the CAA on one of my lessons. (Shame it weren't the FAA - apparently if they backseat or are doing a check, they'll pick up the tab !!)
I digress, I'll go and ask the training department. Also think it might be nice for them to put a face to the name so 10 years down the road they might remember me when I have enough hours
Thanks again to all