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Should I say when I submit CV or wait until I get an interview?

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Lallyhead87 · 23/09/2024 17:04

I'm applying for a job which starts at 9am but I can't start until 915am, nothing I can do about this.
Should I say nothing and if I get an interview say it then or submit CV but address it straightaway and then I'm not wasting anyone's time?

OP posts:
PrincessHoneysuckle · 23/09/2024 17:28

Is it because you need to take your children to school before work?
I have to put ds in breakfast club at it clashes with my t.a job

Redcrayons · 23/09/2024 17:28

I would have thought that with childcare ratios they wouldn’t have any flexibility on staff numbers, but it’s worth asking the question.

definitely raise if offered an interested rather than wait till offer. It’s a PITA when people do that.

Lazzylegs · 23/09/2024 17:24

Apply but if you're offered an interview mention it.

Original poster
Lallyhead87 · 23/09/2024 17:19

It is in a creche which has different start times obviously ideally they would have someone starting at 9 but I'm not sure if 915 would work. Think I'll ask before interview.

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CraverSpud · 23/09/2024 17:15

It really depends on the job doesn't it.
I suppose an air traffic controller or ambulance dispatcher who can't start on exactly on time would cause more problems than someone who can make the time up by staying 15 minutes later in the evening.

toomuchfaff · 23/09/2024 17:14

ClassicStripe · 23/09/2024 17:10

I think it depends on the type of job.

This.

If it's a cafe, and you're the only server and it opens at 9, it's a bit different to an office job at a huge company where most will have differing start times.

MingingTiles · 23/09/2024 17:14

Depends on the job. If it’s not key, I wouldn’t say anything until I got an offer.

OtterOnAPlane · 23/09/2024 17:12

I'd be fine with this for my team, but I can see why it wouldn't work (eg a shop that needs to open at a certain time). I'd ask before hand. Doing so at interview risks pissing them off, when in fact they might be able to make it work with a bit of flexibility.

Theredfoxfliesatmidnight · 23/09/2024 17:12

If you really can't change the start time, I would bring it up when you're offered the job, and before you say yes, as that's when you have the most leverage. Don't forget to tell them you will also finish 15 minutes later each day too, so they know you're not taking the piss.

Mrsttcno1 · 23/09/2024 17:11

TheIncredibleBookEatingManchot · 23/09/2024 17:10

Is it possible to contact the company to discuss the job before you apply?

You could find out if they would absolutely need someone there at 9:00 or if they can be flexible for the right candidate.

Then you won't risk wasting your or their time for a job you wouldn't be able to accept.

Yeah I agree with this. Speak to them in advance, if the hours are set then it would be a waste of everyone’s time going through the application/interview.

TheIncredibleBookEatingManchot · 23/09/2024 17:10

Is it possible to contact the company to discuss the job before you apply?

You could find out if they would absolutely need someone there at 9:00 or if they can be flexible for the right candidate.

Then you won't risk wasting your or their time for a job you wouldn't be able to accept.

ClassicStripe · 23/09/2024 17:10

I think it depends on the type of job.

theonlygirl · 23/09/2024 17:09

Submit your CV, go for the interview if you get one, if you're the best candidate and they want you there may be some flexibility. If you don't ask, you don't get.

NunyaBeeswax · 23/09/2024 17:08

Why are you applying for a job with a start time you can't actually do?

hopeishere · 23/09/2024 17:07

Will you never be able to start at 9.00 or is it temporary? Why can't you start earlier?