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TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26
- Thread starter Ram Sabaratnam
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Yes, their direct TC apps for 2028 closed at the end of last year, their Vac scheme is only for their future trainees. Their DTC applications will reopen in September of this year.
for their AC interview they told us it would be strength based. So should we assume that this one will be different?
I think someone on the forum posted the other day that got invited to the DTC AC.
@Abbie Whitlock
Hey, I hope you're well! Thank you for your advice on these forums - they're really helpful!
For competency questions in an interview, is it fine to use the same examples but frame them differently depending on the question? I know it'd be best to have different examples for different questions, but I'm not sure I have enough experiences for a 35-40 min competency interview
Hey, I hope you're well! Thank you for your advice on these forums - they're really helpful!
For competency questions in an interview, is it fine to use the same examples but frame them differently depending on the question? I know it'd be best to have different examples for different questions, but I'm not sure I have enough experiences for a 35-40 min competency interview
Ahh okay might be tomorrow then, tbf I feel like those feedback reports are kind of pointless anyway
Hey!
I would include it for transparency, particularly if it appears on your transcript, as omitting it could raise unnecessary questions or raise suspicion. I'd just make sure to give the right context in the mitigating circumstances section - you can briefly explain that it was an additional subject beyond the core five that count towards your final percentage, and that the "F" arises from not sitting the final exam (+ the F is in line with exam policy), rather than reflecting your academic ability.
As long as you make it clear why it is included in your transcript, I can't imagine it will raise any further questions for firms
Hey!@Abbie Whitlock
Hey, I hope you're well! Thank you for your advice on these forums - they're really helpful!
For competency questions in an interview, is it fine to use the same examples but frame them differently depending on the question? I know it'd be best to have different examples for different questions, but I'm not sure I have enough experiences for a 35-40 min competency interview
I am doing well, thank you - hope you are too! I'm glad to hear that it is helpful
This is a great question, and I totally get what you mean as it does sometimes feel like you need to have an endless supply of different experiences.
However, I'd say it is absolutely fine to use the same example more than once in a competency interview, as long as you are genuinely answering the question being asked each time. The interviewers won't be marking how many different experiences you have, and they'll instead be looking at the skills and behaviours that you are able to demonstrate through your examples. Therefore, one strong experience can often cover multiple competencies if you frame it well and use different situations.
The key is to make sure that you shift the emphasis depending on the question. For example, the same experience could highlight teamwork in one answer, but focus on problem-solving or leadership in another. What matters is that you are not just repeating the same story word-for-word, but tailoring what you bring out of it and the reflections you make.
It is still a good idea to have a small bank of examples (even just 3-5) that you know really well and can adapt to different competency questions. But I wouldn't worry too much about not having "enough" experiences - most candidates will reuse examples to some extent, particularly if you are still a student or haven't experienced a wide range of job roles yet. As long as you are clear, reflecting, and directly answering the question, you'll answer the question well!
Same here, expected it after knowing ppl got invited to the AC on Friday
I eventually decided not to take it due to another offer. That being said, this was an incredibly difficult decision and the TC at GLD sounded amazing!
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