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Repaying training fees to employer
Just looking for some advice/opinions. I've just been offered a new job, which I start at the end of this month. I have handed my notice into my current employer. In July, I completed a two-year diploma, professional qualification. This was not a compulsory qualification but part of ongoing professional development. My…
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Boots Christmas Vacancies
Boots have started their recruitment for xmas vacancies. Looks like you can apply online too. http://www.bootsjobs.com/christmas/ Don't ask me questions though, I am a PA for a total unconnected company on mat leave and saw this advertised when I popped in earlier ;)
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employment tribunal
Hi. I won my case at the employment tribunal in january but my former company asked for a review. This was granted although it was out of date. so Friday i go back to the tribunnal representing myself and my former company brought along a solicitor and a barrister. They started quoting lots of employment law ang got the…
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Appeals - Can an employer just keep cancelling them?
My bro lost his job about 10 weeks ago, and is appealing. Today was his 3rd appeal date, and yet again he arrived to be told they couldn't hold it due to work commitments. They've not told him on each occaision until he has turned up, and on all 3 instances his union rep has had to rearrange her own work days to make sure…
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PGCE Interview
Hi all, Ive just been asked to attend a secondary PGCE interview on Tuesday in case a place becomes available for this year. I was wondering if anyone had any advice? Also I was wondering what to wear as some people have said smart casual and others a suit? Im looking to teach ICT. Many Thanks Kylie
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Resigningn from job - am I entitled to JSA
I've been having problems with my line manager at work for years now and last year I ended up with anxiety and depression, which I thought I'd got over but now its back and my boss is being particulary off with me. I am 58 and not due to retire until 2013 and my job is quite well paid for what I do, but life at work is…
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Should i complain?
"Hello I am new to the forum and looking for some advice please. I work as a Health Care Assistant for an agency who provide staff to my local hospital. I have basically been suspended from working any more shifts, due to an incident of abuse occurring on a night shift i worked. The person who made the complaint has not…
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dwp vacancy
i applied for a job with the dwp and had an interview in 01/07/2009. i received a letter on 10/07/2009 saying i was successful and they were now doing pre recruitment checks. have heard nothing since. is this normal. am desparate to start work.
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Advice on what to do please?
Hi, I have worked in the NHS for 18 months, although in two different jobs and the job I have been in for only 4 months is not one I am enjoying at all. Anyway, I understand the current climate and appreciate that I am lucky to even be in work but that doesn't stop me wanting to further my career. I am also studying at…
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When & where to sign on for Job seekers allowance
Hi, I am currently in my notice period (ending 31st October 2009) then I will become redundant. Do I have to wait until 1st November to sign on or can I do so in advance so they can be processing in time for payments to start from then? Also do I have to go to the jobcentre to sign on or can I do it by phone? Please help…
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College evening course fees
I'm thinking of enrolling on a "Basic Wall & Floor Tiling" evening course at the local College in September. The course is one evening a week for 25 weeks I think. I'm just wondering how much courses like these cost? I am employed so not sure if I can get it free. The prospectus and College website makes no mention of the…
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In search of a more rewarding career
I am currently signed off on the sick from my job at NHS Direct due to depression and anxiety. Although my job is not the sole cause of my problems, it certainly adds to them greatly. So I am hoping to use this time off to consider a career change. I am 26 & left school 10 years ago with 8 GCSE passes. I have gone through…
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JSA/Community care grant issue
Hey all, I've just moved into a flat, with no carpet, bed, washing machine, cooker etc. In the Community care grants infinite wisdom, i would have been awarded one, if it hadn't been for the fact i was apparently on contribution based job seekers allowance, which as far as i am concerned is just not possible? I got a…
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Suspended for inappropriate internet usage at work
Basically i went to work today and was taken into a room to say i was being suspended for inappropriate internet usage at work. I have used the internet at work to come on here, check news, bebo and facebook and stuff, nothing dodgy and as far as i knew it was ok so long as i was getting my work done. Which i have been, i…
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Advice on possible scam.. Tutoring job..
I replied to an advert on Gumtree for a Tutor. There was a lot of different subjects required to be taught and I offered my services for English, Music and Philosophy. I outlined a bit about myself and my academic acheivements and received this email back: "Hello, My name is Susan Williams, I use to live in your state but…
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Applying for new jobs whilst employed?
I know this sounds pathetic but I am looking for a new job, I would like more pay and full time hours. I am employed and I can't stand one person I work with (they lie, cause trouble, are stupid, and how they are still employed is beyond me). I have seen how the boss has treated others (behind their backs) and I don't like…
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Listing Bank Details :: Do you give the whole bank account number or the short one?
Hi all I feel so embarrassed asking this but I am starting a new job and the Bank Details form is asking for "Bank A/C No". Do I list the long IBAN number or the short 8 digit number? Please let me know! Best Vic
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Questions about Jobseeker's Allowance
Hi all, just wondering if anyone can help me with one or two questions about claiming Jobseeker's... I'm just finishing a Masters, having been fully funded with a bursary. My final bursary payment was August 26th, which is intended to cover September. I'm actively seeking full-time jobs, but would like to sign on in the…
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Being forced to take on another job role.
I work as a Warehouse Assistant and have clear written specifications on what my job should entail. Recently one of the members of our store left the business and the company are not going to replace them. Instead of replacing this member of staff, because "we cant afford to take someone else on", this persons jobs were…
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Volunteering to gain experience in new career field?!
I currently work in law as a secretary, but am looking to get into a marketing career. I am aware that there is little opportunity to start a paid position without a degree/CIM qualification/experience, but I am having trouble getting experience! I am studying a part time degree in business studies, and will probably go on…