Would you work just for the 'satisfaction'?

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RoxieW wrote: »

they do have after school clubs etc !

Just wanted to point out:

these after school / holiday clubs are often Ofstead registered, but you can't claim childcare element of child tax credits (so you would pay the full amount).

my childminder is lovely - she treats my children like her own, and they don't stay at home with the CM all day - she takes them to the park, nature walks and they even get rewarded for good behaviour by going to the cinema / theme parks ...

RoxieW

There is an aspect of that - but, to be fair to him, he gives his opinion but says the decision is mine and he will support me.
I don't think he's being unreasonable as I agree with him. It makes sense not to move away from his job as its very well paid and provides for us as a family. And it would be making things more difficult for us as a family for the sake of £50 a month. When i was working before it did make things more difficult for OH obv as he had to do his share of housework (well, a little more then he currently does anyway!) and take more responsibility for the children ie if they're sick etc. He's not my primary concern in this though - the boys are.
I would get the satisfaction of working - which I do value that and did enjoy working and being my 'own' woman with a bit of independence away from the home. There's also the possibility that it will lead to better pay. But is that worth all the cons?

RoxieW

sorry, crossed posts - was responding to floss

The holiday club says on the website that it can be claimed against. Although - tbh, we cant claim a great deal of childcare credits anyway - thats why I'll be left with so little each month.

floss2

I would say yes, its worth the cons, for 6 months. If your children were much smaller & it would be for longer, then I would say maybe not.

As others have said, if it's in your chosen area & jobs are few & far between, then go for it. it may not be much at the moment, but the extra £50 could buy ironing time, extras for the kids, or a monthly date night for you & OH...:)

RoxieW

Thanks all - lots of food for though while I take my oldest off to his swimming lesson

geekgirl

If you decided not to take the job after all, you could apply and go through the process to still keep your hand in with applying for jobs and interview practice. And the company may keep your name on file for when/if something comes up later on.

After all, this may be all academic - you may not get the job! : )

jay11_2

Try thinking forward--how will you feel in 3/6/12/24 months time respectively if you:
a)take the job?
and b)stay at home with the kids?

Only you know what is most valuable and important to you, and which scenario you'll feel most regretful about.
As far as the money side goes, it's not really an issue if it's only so little for such a short time, and will open doors to you in the long-term.
Kids will cope well if they feel mum is OK with her decision, if you're uncertain they're more likely to struggle to cope.

R.e. your original question--yes I'd work for very little extra (esp if only for 6 mths) if it was my dream job. But...would I do my dream job if it meant missing Summer with my young kids and I didn't desperately need to work--nope, I chose not to. But that's an entirely personal choice.

Good luck whatever you decide, Jay xx

Spendless

If you lived near me your youngest would be in f-time school from September, regardless of where his birthday falls.

If it was me I'd definately apply for the job.

Good luck

morganb

Go for it; I think it's really good for children to see that their Mum / Dad etc has a job that they love. I love my job and my children show a lot of interest in it because they know how passionately I feel about it

sismith42

geekgirl wrote: »

If you decided not to take the job after all, you could apply and go through the process to still keep your hand in with applying for jobs and interview practice. And the company may keep your name on file for when/if something comes up later on. After all, this may be all academic - you may not get the job! : )

I agree-- why not at least fill out the application/get your CV and covering letter together, then decide if you want to send it off? If you do plan to work while they're in school in 6 months, it seems silly not to at least practice applying now.
(that said: I think that if I won the lottery, I'd still work...parttime Re the childminding/husband situation, my husband would say that £50 is £50, and understand about needing to get out of the house. Everyone's situation is different, though, but why not just apply, and then have the relevant fight/discussion with your husband when/if you get offered the job?)