At work the work load is very sporadic. Some days it's quite full on, and other days there is nothing to do.
The last week I have had barely anything to do. Everything in the office is all organised and tidy as well so there's no busy work to do. My manager knows this and he tells me to sit in the staff room. The last week I have spent around 4-8 hours each work day sitting in the staff room. I'm dreading going into work today as yesterday I didn't even set foot in the office as as soon as I got there I was told there was no work to do until later but then no work ever arrived so I spent my entire work day in the staff room waiting around. Everyday my manager also says a reason why he might have to come find me (e.g. for a signature or to discuss something) which never ends up happening; I feel like he does it to prevent me from leaving early.
I know I'm getting paid but I'm find it so boring that it's starting to make me feel really down. In a different department, staff members are sent home early if there is nothing to do. I'm starting to feel so resentful.
I've started applying for other jobs which makes me sad as when there is work to do I really enjoy my job.