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To pretend I don't have a job

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EWD1913 · 14/06/2022 07:46

I started work in Feb. I am now looking for another job. I am thinking of not declaring this job to potential new employer. I have another job and have had this job a number of years ( both part time) ..I

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Jojobees · 14/06/2022 07:49

Won’t they see from your P45? I’d be worried they’d find out and I’d be let go forward deception.
Id be honest, if the job isn’t a good fit for you there’s no shame on leaving it for one that is.

GinaDonatella · 14/06/2022 07:53

Will the run any background checks through credit check companies
my organisation use Expedia so we can see employment history vs what’s been declared

it’s a red flag when something comes up and we were not told about it

SheWoreYellow · 14/06/2022 07:56

Why? It’s ok to move job.

EWD1913 · 14/06/2022 07:57

I didn't know employment history came up on a credit check. I just feel it looks bad to leave so soon.

I have 2 jobs so was going to use my other job as a reference

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Babymamamama · 14/06/2022 07:59

In my work we have to do a declaration of interest every year and have to disclose any other work interests. Public sector! It’s about being transparent and above board.

slowcookerforone · 14/06/2022 19:16

I've done this when I've had a boss I'd rather not know I'm job hunting.
I've usually got 3 employments on the go at any time and so just ask one of my nicer bosses for a ref.

I'm only going for very small employers though, and so I doubt they do very through checks.

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