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JSA processing taking too long - almost coming up to 4 weeks
It is my first time claiming JSA. I made a claim online week commencing 24 August. A few days later, I got a phone call where they asked me for more details. The next day, I went to the Job Centre for the initial JSA interview, where an advisor asked me to check if the details submitted online and on the phone are correct.…
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Night shifts on return to work after a serious illness
Hi, I have a friend that is due to return to work soon after a serious illness. The job she does involves shiftwork. The only shift she is worried about is nights as that is whn eher health issues are worse. I am sure that i have read somewhere that due to health issues that you are able to 'opt out ' of doing night…
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Resigning- a few questions.
Hi all, I was just hoping for a bit of advice re: resigning from my job. Background: I graduated from uni this summer and got a position in a junior role in a small company, which I started in mid-July. However, now, 8 weeks later I have realised that this line of work is not for me, and I actually really dislike my job! I…
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Requesting an application form via email
When I've been searching online and in the local newspaper for jobs, I've noticed that some organisations don't have the facilities allow you to apply online so they ask you to apply for an application form via email or telephone. I've seen a job advert which I like the sound of, but it asks you to either email or…
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should it make a difference if i have kids?
i read on here the other day about someone getting asked whever they will be having kids in the future this is similar i rang for a job today for a part time pharmacy assistant and got asked the usual name, age, last job, how long i worked there blah blah but then as i had mentioned being made redundant while on maternity…
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CV help or advice
Hi, I have searched but couldn't find much relevant. I am being made redundant so need to get job hunting ASAP. Obviously the CV is the first hook and needs to be as professional as possible. I just wondered if anyone had any advice? I have had a lot of jobs over the years, so do I only list my latest two and state…
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rant - arghhhhh
need to vent :mad: oh is off on sick with anxiety, depression, panic attacks since 8 july been paid relatively normal pay (every 4 weeks), pay day is today and just found out he gets big fat ZERO cos work overpaid him last month he wont claim for hb, ct for pay slips dont mention ssp yet ARGGGHHHHH :mad: he now saying he…
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Interview on first day of new job
I had an interview last week and was offered the job, and they want me to start on Monday (I haven't had written confirmation of the start date yet but that's what they said on the phone). The job only pays about two thirds of what I earned in my last position, but I accepted the job anyway as I didn't have any other…
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Not sure what to do now?
Morning all,sorry if this is posted on the wrong board,but wasn't sure where it belonged :confused: I will try to be as short as possible here,hubby was made redundant last week,he spent his last week of employment looking for a new job and by the time he finished on Fri,he had a job offer :beer: however,this has now…
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Accidental damage caused by me while on a job- responsibilty??
Hi all, I was hoping that some of you might be able to help me. My firm was asked to do a bit of work in a customers home, and I was dispatched to do it (we work on behalf of insurance companies, but are a separate private company). Whilst there, I was moving a piece of equipment around and clipped a glass table ever so…
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New business - assistance required please
Hi everybody, I am after some advice for setting up a new business. In a nutshell the company is responsible for delivering items for its customers. The questions I have are as follows: When invoicing do I need to add VAT to invoices? If I am employing people on a self-employed basis to deliver for me do I need to take out…
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lack of training
not sure if i'm putting this in the right place ? but here goes. a few days ago i injured my back in my workplace i have had no training in this area so where do i stand? i don't no how long i'll be off work as i am in severe pain constantley any advice would be appreciated thank you
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midwife wants a new job
hi all, im just writing for suggestions. Im 28 yr old midwife direct entry and really am struggling with my job i just cant imagine doing it for the rest of my life. Dont get me wrong i love looking after women but we are not suported by managers blah blah im sure nhs staff know what i mean. so im just writing to see if by…
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Help! Admin test at interview tomorrow a.m!
i have an interview for a clerical position tomorrow morning and while ive done research on the interview questions and the company i have no idea what to expect for an admin test apart from maybe typing - has anyone any experience of these or ideas whats involved? Any help gratefully recieved! (oh and ignore the no…
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Help Please: CV Work as a Waiter
hello I am helping my son with his CV for work as a waiter in a local busy Italian restaurant. Any advice/tips about what to write re his qualities to increase his chance of getting the job please... Her is what we've done so far.. Personal statement I have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with…
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Anyone experienced with being self employed...
Right, I'm looking to start my own company and had a few questions: How easy/hard is it to hire employee's for my business and do their tax's for them? Can this be done myself, or would I need an accountant? Finally, Is everything I need to know regarding paying myself and my staff included in the employers starter pack,…
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Dodgy dealings with a garage re company vehicles
HELP! For those who are regular posters on this forum, some may recall reading this thread posted some weeks back now: http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=1827645&highlight=getting+sent+away (Well worth a read for anyone wanting a "laugh" over the ridiculous company my hubby is unfortunate enough to work…
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Interview Help! (Accounts Assistant)
I applied to an accounts assistant job and they've just emailed me to come in tomorrow morning! I'm just wondering what type of questions they will ask? I can't find out anything about them on the internet but in the email they said they were a group consisting of 28 companies with 35 commercial properties across the UK…
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Argh, I can't take the suspense!!!
OK, so the situation is this: DH has gone on a job trial today (after 11 months out of work). Started at 6.30am, expected to finish at 3.30pm. Hadn't heard from him by 4 so texted, just to ask how it went and that I was thinking of him all day. He replied that he was still out on the delivery route (with an experienced…
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Am I being paranoid
Could really do with some impartial thoughts here ..... I'm still on probation and last week was abit stressful for me on a personal level but still held things together for work. Line manager noticed that I was abit stressed and asked if I was OK....which I was, it was just events and the amount of work that I had to get…
