-
Fixed term contract rights
I'm currently on a fixed term maternity contract. When I applied for the job it was informally discussed that the position may become a part time job share as the employee I'm covering for is likely to want to come back part time. I want to start a family of my own ideally going on my own maternity cover when she comes…
-
Career change?
I was "let go" back in August by my employer in the oil and gas industry where I worked as an Engineer. I had been in this industry since 2001 after serving 13 years in the RAF as a Weapons Technician. My problem now is no matter how many CV's I put out or how many employers I try to convince that I am serious about a…
-
anyone done work experience at poundland ?
yesterday I posted about doing voluntary work at poundland , today I was told at the jobcentre that I have no choice and I have to do it. has anyone done work experience at poundland through the jobcentre before and can tell me what it is like? is it just stacking shelves or are you allowed to work on the tills?
-
Studying an IT course - which to choose
In my current job doing administration the role is a bit boring and can get a bit stagnant. Admin is basic minuting of meetings and data entry etc, any bimbo can do this. I have been told that I can go on courses that will help with the role and the company can pay for the course or agree to time off for study without…
-
Want to be a postman...
My post is the happiest guy in the world, always seems cheerful and happy in his work. I may have the chance of 'early-retirement' in the next couple of years but having worked for over 30 I don't feel that i would be able to just give up work like that, I just don't fancy carrying on in my current job. I am therefore…
-
Unreasonable boss + pregnant wife
Hi all, My wife is in a very sticky situation at work and I’m hoping to get some advice. A bit of history: My wife and her boss (back then a 2-person department) were a tight-knit team, worked together on practically the same level and there was a lot of mutual trust. After my wife returned from time off due to a…
-
Providing proof of jobsearch, JSA.
If asked by an advisor at the Jobcentre to physically prove my jobsearch by logging onto various internet jobsites that I use and showing them this. Am I under any real obligation to adhere to this request ?. I currently fill in the WS1 My Work Plan book with all the information usually requested, site, reference number…
-
Starting new job while on parental leave during notice period
Hello everyone, This appears to be a question that no one has asked, as I have attempted to find the answer for about 30 minutes now! I am currently working for the NHS in East London. I have a four week notice period which I am taking two weeks unpaid parental leave during the last two weeks. My employer stated it was…
-
Working from Home - Who to Trust?
I'm looking for some part time work to do from home. I have a background in legal and medical administration/secretarial work and have been looking at typing/data entry from home. I've come across a company called Take Note Ltd and am wondering if anyone works/has worked for them, and what they are like to work for or has…
-
volunteering at poundland ?
last week I had a interview at the jobcentre for a paid job at poundland. today I went to see my advisor and he said poundland had been in touch, they told him that interviewed well but they didn't offer me a paid job. but they said they work take me on doing some work experience (unpaid) my advisor said they are crying…
-
Skills required to be a successful Claims Handler?
Seen a vacancy that would be a complete change of field as a Claims Advisor for a large insurance company. Could anyone advise skills set required? What the role is like? Any other relevant advice? Thanks
-
Help Needed - Demoted During Probationary Period
Five months ago I took on a promotion at work to be a manager and was given a six months probationary period. A month or so ago, my Regional Manager visited me at the office and suggested to me that I take a demotion to Supervisor and that they would get somebody else in as manager to mentor me. At the time, I agreed to it…
-
i have been TUPE d and they cant get the tax right
The lease the business that I and colleagues work in have been sold and we have been transferred to a new company under TUPE. I understand that terms of employment etc have not altered however after nearly six weeks most are still on emergency tax as the new people claim that they never received more details than names…
-
NHS part time public holiday
I work part time for the NHS, I'm on a 22.5 hour contract and work 3 days per week. For Christmas week I'm scheduled to be in 3 days plus the Friday is a public holiday. New year week I'm rota'd Monday PH, working Tuesday and Wednesday and PH on Thursday Friday. For the September PH I worked 2 days and the holiday counted…
-
what sort of uplift for london?
what sort of uplift in salary should be expected on average for taking a London city job? I've got no real idea - and not sure where best to start on google. Edinburgh at present
-
Recognized IT course worth doing
I'm looking for WORTHY IT course that I can do using 24+ government loan. I found Level 3 in Networking City & Guilds. But don't know if this is something that would be recognized by an employer. I've don basic IT at college and looking for a next step.Thanks for any insights.
-
Disabled person looking for work.
Hiya. I am looking to try and find a job for 16 hours a week. The problem is I am a genuine Psychopath with real personality disorders. This could be difficult. My Doctors and the DWP say I am unfit to work. My Parents cringe at me whenever I raise the fact that I want to work. I have a past of strangling fellow staff…
-
Can Temp Jobs Turn Into Permanent Jobs?
sdgfsdfagfdsgdf
-
Salary increase
A friend is going for interview and the salary is slightly lower than she hoped for, can she ask for salary increase due to her experience or just accept the salary? Thanks
-
Min wage for London after April 2016?
I thought the min wage in London was going upto over £9 after April 2016? Im now hearing conflicting reports, what is the truth please?
