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hi guys, just after some advice. I've always wanted to be cabin crew since i was about 8 and now im eager to persue my dream. I sent off my application form last friday and the suspense of getting an interview is eating me up! I'm just a little wary on one issue- I'm an asian muslim girl and i stated this in the equal opportunities form they sent me.
Seriously, do u think this may affect my application with all the goings on over the last few years?
Seriously, do u think this may affect my application with all the goings on over the last few years?
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VS used to be very fussy about "The Look", but I think they are alot better now. When I was at my recruitment day last week, a group of new entrants came into the crew room, and they were a big mix. Short, tall, fat, slim, blonde, brunette. i think everyone has an equal chance now, it all depends on your personality, the way you perform on the day, and your grooming.
Good luck to you all... Especially my dearest friend REKA!!! Go get em!!
xxx
Good luck to you all... Especially my dearest friend REKA!!! Go get em!!
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AP..... that has made me feel so much better! did u get the equal opps form to fill out as well?
By the way congratulations on getting the position! ur living my dream- pray for me that i join you soon! This whole process is so exciting yet the most nervewracking phase i've experienced since taking my driving test three years ago! At least with ur driving test it lasts 40 mins- this feels like years!
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Yes i did have to fill in an equal opportunities form, but believe me they do not care what colour..religion..background you are!
It just depends on how well you perform on the day and how well you answer all their questions at the interview!
Good luck!
It just depends on how well you perform on the day and how well you answer all their questions at the interview!
Good luck!
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Sumeya,
Please let me assure you that ethnicity, religion, gender, age or sexuality means NOTHING whatsoever to Virgin.
They just want friendly genuine people who are willing to work hard and give great customer service.
Just to let you know, Virgin dont only employ cabin crew in England, we also recruit for the local crew bases in Delhi, Mumbai, Hong Kong, Lagos, Shanghai and Sydney - so as you can imagine, we have crew of all shapes, sizes, colours, religions etc...
Please let me assure you that ethnicity, religion, gender, age or sexuality means NOTHING whatsoever to Virgin.
They just want friendly genuine people who are willing to work hard and give great customer service.
Just to let you know, Virgin dont only employ cabin crew in England, we also recruit for the local crew bases in Delhi, Mumbai, Hong Kong, Lagos, Shanghai and Sydney - so as you can imagine, we have crew of all shapes, sizes, colours, religions etc...
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Probably a silly question but is ok to take someone with you to your uniform fitting as i'm getting a lift so thought it would be abit harsh for them to stay and wait in the car! Wasn't sure if they rather you come alone? Also does anyone know how long it takes? 
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Sumeya,
Please let me assure you that ethnicity, religion, gender, age or sexuality means NOTHING whatsoever to Virgin.
They just want friendly genuine people who are willing to work hard and give great customer service.
Just to let you know, Virgin dont only employ cabin crew in England, we also recruit for the local crew bases in Delhi, Mumbai, Hong Kong, Lagos, Shanghai and Sydney - so as you can imagine, we have crew of all shapes, sizes, colours, religions etc...
Please let me assure you that ethnicity, religion, gender, age or sexuality means NOTHING whatsoever to Virgin.
They just want friendly genuine people who are willing to work hard and give great customer service.
Just to let you know, Virgin dont only employ cabin crew in England, we also recruit for the local crew bases in Delhi, Mumbai, Hong Kong, Lagos, Shanghai and Sydney - so as you can imagine, we have crew of all shapes, sizes, colours, religions etc...
That has really put me at ease. thanks for getting back to me mate! The suspense is so so eating me up though. Sent my application off on Friday last week and not got my postcard back yet. Hoping I'll get it tomorrow. Does anyone know how long it takes for them to get back to you before they do or dont offer you an interview?
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Hi , Ive also been a senior for just over a year and working very hard on next promotion also. So when the old competentcies/behaviors were coming to an end I rang my manager and asked what would happen to all my old scores. She said they would be logged at what they finished at and until people have completed 40 flights with the new behaviours scores they would have to combine both old/new scores to establish who to promote.
hope this helps xxx
hope this helps xxx
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Is it easy to get promoted at VS? Sounds like it takes years and I thought they had quite good promotion prospects? I guess as long as you behave and keep doing your job it happens quicker.
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Lollypop,
I doubt it would pose a problem. You will be given a visitor ID which you'll need to display whilst you're in the base. I dont know for sure, but I doubt the lovely ladies on reception would mind giving one to your friend too.
The uniform department is next to the tempory canteen area so your friend will be able to get a coffee whilst he or she waits.
I doubt it would pose a problem. You will be given a visitor ID which you'll need to display whilst you're in the base. I dont know for sure, but I doubt the lovely ladies on reception would mind giving one to your friend too.
The uniform department is next to the tempory canteen area so your friend will be able to get a coffee whilst he or she waits.
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Thanks alot for that Virgin Boi, do you know how long the Uniform fitting takes?
Also I dont suppose you know when you can complete the Disclosure checks, it says atleast 3 weeks on the pack info virgin sent me but i'm thinking because of Christmas it may be better to do it now?
Also I dont suppose you know when you can complete the Disclosure checks, it says atleast 3 weeks on the pack info virgin sent me but i'm thinking because of Christmas it may be better to do it now?
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has anybody sent off their application form recently? I sent mine off last friday- so a week ago and i still haven't had my postcard back acknowledging receipt.
does anyone know how long it usually takes?
does anyone know how long it usually takes?
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lollypop, disclosure checks have to be done 3 weeks before your start date and not before as they are only valid for 10 weeks. I was confused atoo, so i rung up virgin and asked them and thats what they said.