I worked as a primary school teacher for 8 years and then had dc3 unexpectedly . Left to be a sahm but he is now 2 and circumstances mean I will probably have to go back to working in a stable role when he is 3 ish for financial reasons . I can't cope with working full time and 3 dc and a husband who works away. Ds is a poor sleeper who is up frequently and is happy to play throughout the night and day ( have tried everything including a sleep consultant . He just doesn't appear to need much sleep ). His frequent wakings have left me feeling really broken these two years hence me quitting teaching . Anyhow we are struggling financially and it's dawned on me that I can't be a sahm forever . Jobshares In my area are like gold dust . So I started doing agency work as of jan , around 3 days a week. Once I shave off tax, a childminder and transport am left with a pittance of around £40 per full day . Am I gaining anything valuable career wise by doing the supply ? Will it even help me gain a long term role ( ideally for 2/3 days ) or should I pack it in and wait till he starts school - or would that be too late ? Advice gratefully received .
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MiserableAsSin · 19/01/2018 21:46
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