They are still doing Stage 3 assessments? I thought the previous recruitment round finished ages ago.... When did you apply? Good luck anyway :)

For those that are interested. It looks like applications will be opening again later this month according to NATS’ social media. Mentioned in the post “path to becoming an air traffic controller.”

Now open.....


https://www.nats.aero/news/nats-laun...c-controllers/

Is it the same as last time ? Has everyone had stage confirmation within 5 minutes. I didn’t even get an email to say my application had been received

hi mate, I got a confirmation email 5 mins after completing stage 1 and stage 2

Hi mate
I finished Stage 2 yesterday but not recieved an email from them yet. So you received a confirmation for Stage 3 shortly after finishing stage 2 ?

I completed my Stage 2 yesterday, Not recieved any contact since. Did you receive a confirmation for stage 3 shortly after completing stage 2 tests or ?

I got a confirmation for passing stage 2. They said they’d be sending invitations for stage 3 when they have availability. Did you get an email after completing stage 2?

After Completing stage 2 i didn't receive any email from them, I'm assuming that means I failed stage 2 since i got an email for passing Stage 1. When I log in on my NATS application page it says " Application under review" and shows me still on the 2nd Stage.

Could still be under review. If you had fail they probably would have emailed you to say

I'm due to start training in November 2024 at CTC Whiteley. If anyone else on here is also starting on the same training it would be good to make contact before hand.

Stage 3
 

Hey guys , currently waiting for assessment centre dates. Would love to connect with people in similar position ..?

Air traffic controller
 

Hey guys ,I’ve made it to stage 3 however I have a big concern I hope existing air traffickers can help with

I’m a black man applying for this position however through the website and the videos I’ve watch , theirs a lack of diversity. My question is to anyone who works for them , will my skin colour put me at a disadvantage ? What’s is the ratio of coloured people as air traffickers?

( genuine question, honest concern )

I'm not starting this year (failed my stage 2, hope to try again next year) but I wanted to ask how long it took between completing stage 2 and booking an interview? I can reapply again next June which is around when I need to submit my thesis, so I want to know the rough timing of things so I can plan.

When does stage 3 dates get released ?

I just got the following email Thank you for taking our Stage Two Ability online tests for the role of Trainee Air Traffic Controller.

We’re pleased to let you know that you have passed the minimum requirements from the first two stages of the selection process. We will now be assessing your results and the invitations to attend the next stage will be sent in due course (when we have availability at our Stage Three assessment centres).


does that mean I get an invite or not ?

how long did you want from getting S2 results to getting S3 invite?

i haven't received s3 invite yet

In 20 years of working as an ATCO, I've never heard anything derogatory. The vast majority of us couldn't care what colour you are, what you look like, what you wear, who you want to cuddle etc. Yes, you'd be in a minority but like I said the vast majority of people couldn't care less. It will not be a disadvantage.

Don't let it put you off applying - I appreciate that's an easy thing to say for a middle aged white man, but it's a great job with a great bunch of people.

On the Nov Area course. Have PM'd you.

What is Stage 3? Is it just an interview? Are there questions you should prepare for?