I'm interested to hear what peoples work life balance is like, especially in mid level roles working part time.
My job is mid level and I work part time. I find I am constantly working evenings and weekends to keep up with my workload. It's unsustainable.
I'm considering my options and looking for alternative roles. I'm not willing to consider working full time as my DD is disabled, so I need to be there for her after school - so I know my career choices may be limited at my current earning level. For context I earn £36k on 21 hours a week.
I was discussing the situation with a friend who felt that any job at that 'level' will require additional hours etc. I'm happy to work extra when needed - but I think doing an extra 6/7 hours each week when I'm contracted to 21 is a bit ridiculous. No overtime is paid. I'm also at the lower levels of middle management, so not very high up the food chain. Am I being unreasonable in expecting that I shouldn't need to work an extra day a week to keep my head above water? I have been doing this job for years, so it's not lack of experience, more just a gradual increase in workload over time.
My workplace has a bit of a negative culture, where saying you can't manage your workload would be viewed as a weakness or proof that you aren't coping. I've discussed with management, but nothing ever changes. So my question is, what's reasonable when you're in a mid level role?