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Asked how my health is on application form
Job is at opticians and application form just asks 'how is your health?' I'm starting to come round as having SAD winter time - my eyes really weep so it's not like they aren't going to know something up though I can still function and. which I hope a lightbox is going to work some magic Do I write the conditions in their…
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Cemap qualification advice please.
Hiya. This is my first post. Sorry is its in the wrong place. I've started studying through Ifs and have paid for the books and exam however feel that an online study tool would suit my learning style better. The IFS charge £200 for 12 months access however there is a Groupon for a similar thing at £100 for all 3 modules.…
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CV gap
If a job seeker has been unemployed due to illness (CV gap) and wants to return to work. What is best way to explain to future employers at the interview? Thank you
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Do you think this is worth a go? It's an online training course
It's from wowcher. I am in need of getting a new job so hoping something like this would help me out. http://www.wowcher.co.uk/nationwide/national-deal/deal-251610-detail/19-instead-295-aim-redstone-14-online/deal.html?searchresult=true It's an online payroll management course, I did see a better one an hour or so ago but…
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Would you work with sex offenders?
Are there any jobs you would not do, such as working in the rehabilitation of sex offenders and child abusers? I currently do and actually enjoy it, though people ask me why I would want to work with such people. Someone has to do it. Recruitment can be problematic, people accept job offers but then decline, or leave soon…
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Job driving care workers
Hi. I've found a job which is driving care workers to individuals. Every job I've seen for carers has said that you must have your own transport, although I know that some care workers travel together if someone can't drive. Seems a bit strange, but it's a legit company. So seems a genuine job in that sense, but can't see…
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Tax code for pensioner?
Hello, I am retired and receive a state pension of £497.40 per month. I'm due to start receiving a small wage from a family business, which would equate to £7,800 a year. What would my tax code be for PAYE purposes? Would it be the 1050P code? (£10500 personal allowance)
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Claiming difference in Mileage (36p vs 45p)
Hi, I'm leaving my current job where I was without a car allowance and the company paid 36p per mile for any business miles. It's my understanding that I can claim back the difference between 36p and 45p. is that correct? Also is there also claim for tax on top of this? Can I send a letter to HMRC now requesting this…
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Urgent - Declining an accepted job offer
Hi All, Currently I am on student visa in the UK which expires in the end of Jan 2015. I have had two job offers from two different hospitals and since I was not sure by which one I can definitely extend my visa and I did not have enough time, I decided to carry on with the pre-emplacement checks for both job offers. I am…
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Using personal credit card info at work. Not happy.
I work for a marketing company. We run Mac machines. Now in order to download software from the app store, you have to have an account. That's fine. I created one using my work email and the work address. But you also need credit card info. Even if you don't intend to purchase anything. A valid credit card must be…
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how soon do i get a p45
Started my first proper full time job back in september, when i started i didn't have a p45 as i hadn't had a job for a long time. On my current payslips I've been given a tax code of 1000L is this emergency tax? At the moment no tax is being taken out my pay, is this because i haven't yet earnt enough to pay it? The main…
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Does anyone here work in the Animation industry? I'm in a bit of a predicament....
Ok, I am in a bit of a predicament with this one, I am currently going through a course program called Animation Mentor which is highly regarded in the animation industry, however it is quite an expensive course (around £13k) I have finished the first Term, and I am due to start the next term on 6th January. However I have…
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holiday entitlement
my daughter in laws employer says her holiday entitlement includes bank holidays which I think is ok but she doesn't work Mondays but he still takes them off her entitlement surely he cant be allowed to do that,can anyone give me any info on this thanks.
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Employment Tribunal Questions
Mid December I sent off my ET1 form and particulars (for discrimmination, harassment and victimisation) and I have some questions: 1. Are the 28 days which the Respondent has calendar days or working days? Considering the festive season it is hard to tell. 2. I had addressed it to the company but didnt put a particular…
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Anyone an expert in employment law?
Hello all, I have another profile but have set up this one so there is no paper trail - I’m currently employed and have been with the same company for the past 5.5 years, I’m looking at leaving and going it alone. Sadly my contract states that I am unable to work in the same sector or with any of the clients that I am…
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Benefit In Kind
Hi All, I have been offered another job which is more money than my current role. I have also been offered a company car which I do not have at present. They have told me the car will be a 'Land Rover' or 'BMW' as I will require a large vehicle for my role. My question is: how will this impact upon my tax? I understand…
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References etiquette
Hi, So I've been offered a role, and the offer is 'subject to receipt of satisfactory references' although no amount or format is stated. Am I supposed to provide written references or just contact details of previous employers/lecturers. Do I ask them to send a written one to me and I forward it onto my future employer or…
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New Job Employment issues Carphonewarehouse
Hi, My wife has started a new job in Carphonewarehouse and initially really enjoyed it, but she is now 2.5 months in and the managers have now changed and she's with a guy who is pretty useless, sexist, and degrading (I popped into the shop to pick her up and was in ear shot when he said/ did 3 things which would get me a…
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Company 're-engaging' staff on new working hours
Hi, I work for a supermarket who are currently going through a process of asking everyone in store to update their available hours. The company then look at whether there is sufficient coverage across all departments in the store. When i queried how we would know what 'sufficient' was I was told that everyone's available…
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Does anyone know if I can apply for jobs and upload cv from ipad?
Or is it only possible with the cv to do on a computer? Thanks
