Would you leave a temp job that you really loved for a permanent job which is not doing to be anywhere near as good?

[Likol]

I've been offered a permanent job but having popped in to meet the people and have a look around today I just feel so sad about leaving my current role which I so so love.

The only problem with my current role is that it's temp. They can only extend by a few months at a time. I literally don't know if I will be there in 6 months time or I may still be there in 18m time! There's no saying what will happen.

Should I take the other job?! The office is so quiet and small. I'm not sure if I'm going to enjoy it. They aren't being flexible with my working hours whereas where I am at the moment they are super flexible with all sorts. I am so confused.

I was told yesterday that they will be advertising for an apprenticeship role next year and could apply for that. I really need pt so don't think that would be suitable. I feel gutted.

OP, I'm sorry the job you love is looking like it's going any way. That must be really hard.

I'm going to go against the grain here and take the permanent one. Yes it's important to be happy, have flexibility and all of that. But you also cannot put a price on security. Also think about the long term, pension contributions etc.

I left a tempt job I loved for something permanent. The temp job was easy, good social circle, near home, near town etc. At the time, the money wasn't the be all and end all. Since taking the permanent job, I've now worked in the same organisation (changing roles) for 17 years. It was a leap of faith that paid off.

Fatted thank you. I think my decision was made for me when they said they won't be extending my contract as they are now looking to recruit an apprentice instead. I wouldn't mind doing an apprenticeship but can't work full time and that's what they want. There's also no guarantee that I would even get the job.

OP you might be happy where you are at the moment, but it would only take a restructure or a change of personnel for you to feel very differently about it. Meanwhile the new job has possibilities, I'm guessing a pension scheme, better working hours and more security. Plus the people in your new office might turn out to be a riot, but they won't necessarily show that to an unknown visitor!

Oh, and it's not unknown for people to come back to a previous workplace on promotion having gained some experience somewhere else.

Congrats on getting a permanent position, onwards and upwards!