Telling future employer about needing time off?

doodoot

So, I'm applying for another couple of jobs today - fingers crossed!

Although they don't start until the new year I know that I need a specific day off in January for an exam.

Should I include this info on the application form, or say it if I'm lucky enough to be asked for an interview?

It's been so long since I've applied for a job that I've forgotten what the etiquette is! :cool:

Thanks in advance.

Sambucus_Nigra

No, when asked or upon getting the offer, mention it then.

doodoot

Thanks Nigra.

InsideInsurance

You certainly would need to agree it prior to accepting the role otherwise they've no obligation to agree to it. That said, Id be surprised of any company having an issue with you taking 1 day off esp if it is for an exam on a relevant qualification.

PoorCharleyBear

When I was offered a job (6 month contract) I was a bit embarrassed that I had a 4 day weekend planned for the first week, and 2 weeks holiday after the first month.

I gave them all these dates as they made the offer- to give them the chance to change their mind, but all was OK. Generally if they think you are the right person for the job, they will accommodate you. One day really should not be a big deal to your potential new employer....

Good luck!

Sambucus_Nigra

InsideInsurance wrote: »

You certainly would need to agree it prior to accepting the role otherwise they've no obligation to agree to it. That said, Id be surprised of any company having an issue with you taking 1 day off esp if it is for an exam on a relevant qualification.

No, you either tell them when they ask - or accept the role and say 'you will be needing to know about my one day booked for an exam on xxx'.

paddedjohn

Sambucus_Nigra wrote: »

No, you either tell them when they ask - or accept the role and say 'you will be needing to know about my one day booked for an exam on xxx'.

And then the company are quite within their rights to refuse the request, they may even be peeved that you didnt tell them at interview stage. Catch 22 really.

Sambucus_Nigra

paddedjohn wrote: »

And then the company are quite within their rights to refuse the request, they may even be peeved that you didnt tell them at interview stage. Catch 22 really.

But why would you tell them something that - at the time - they really don't want to know.

As I have said, tell them IF THEY ASK, or upon THE OFFER.

InsideInsurance

If you have accepted the offer before telling them they have no obligation to honour it. If you tell them before accepting then you are doing what I said.

Slinky

Don't you think sitting in the interview saying 'by the way I need January 12th off' would come across as a bit presumptuous? How likely is it that a request for one day will be the difference between hiring or not?

Sure if they mention they are having a significant event or want to send the job-holder off abroad at that time I'd mention it, otherwise it's something best left for when they offer the job and dealt with then like sensible adults at that time.

cord123

This happened to me.... do the interview.... wait for the offer (fingers crossed) then wait for the phone call:
'we would like to offer you the job'
'Oh Great! I have an exam booked for .... so will require the day off'
'Not a problem, I will email you all the contracts etc, if you email me back with the date then I will pop it in the diary'
'great thank you!'

That way you have it all in writing should you then get to start your job and they say they didnt know! Easy peasy and good luck :-) xxx