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AIBU?

Share your dilemmas and get honest opinions from other Mumsnetters.

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Job offer dilemma

19 replies

DeLaLuz · 30/08/2018 03:25

I have never really had a proper career, I took a long time out to raise my family and then became a trailing spouse for a number of years. I finally did a masters degree about 4 years ago and have worked in education since. I work part time and get paid well for that, but no paid holidays etc. I have just been offered a “proper” (😂) job. My dilemma is that I would make less per week than my current role for more hours (although I will be paid year round and get actual holiday pay.) This job is in an area that would offer very good progression and a proper career. I would like more of a career, however I really enjoy working part time as I have time for other things during the week. What would others do?

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VanillaBeans · 30/08/2018 03:33

Get your foot in the door the request flexible working :)

Birdsgottafly · 30/08/2018 04:46

I regret swapping Career path/Money for quality of life. I regretted quite quickly after doing it.

I think that you really need a good think about what you will lose.

tempEmails · 30/08/2018 04:50

"I really enjoy working part time as I have time for other things during the week. What would others do?"

Work.

whiteroseredrose · 30/08/2018 05:44

If you can afford it I'd stick to PT. Work to live not live to work and all that.

JackietheBackie · 30/08/2018 05:48

If you are in a position where you enjoy your work, you have a good work life balance and you are financially secure (and have provision for your retirement), well that is the holy grail! Can’t beat a oro’s And con’s list for helping out in this sort of situation. Just don’t feel pressured to replace what you want to do with what you think you “should” do.

Ethylred · 30/08/2018 06:52

Your question really is: what kind of person am I?
We randoms on the internet are unlikely to know the answer.

NicoAndTheNiners · 30/08/2018 06:59

I had a similar dilemma last year. Was offerred a job with lower pay, big commute and full time. But was a great opportunity with prospects.

A year on and I've been offered a job closer to home with a 15k payrise and even more prospects.

I'd never have got this job without the last one.

I do miss working part time but to be honest I've got used to it. I think if the new job has prospects and you think you'd enjoy it then go for it.

princesspino · 30/08/2018 07:06

I had same predicament two years ago and I chose work as with kids all at school, I wanted to kick start my career. Going from part time on more money to full time on less money has meant I am now a home worker so can do pic ups/drop offs etc.
You need to decide if you want to pursue a career or are happy to make money to live and have more time to yourself. Only you know if you are career orientated or not.

randomchap · 30/08/2018 07:48

Unless you're a contractor you should be getting paid holiday when working part time. Why aren't you accruing holiday for the hours you do work?

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DeLaLuz · 30/08/2018 14:27

Thank you for your responses. I work 33 hours a week term time and then have a glorious 10 weeks in the summer (not U.K.) I think it is this I am loathe to give up. My youngest has just started University, so I need the money, but the PT job actually pays better weekly. I am just pretty bored with that job now (except the amazing holidays) As another poster says the new job could lead to bigger/better things. I am supposed to let her know by the end of the week. I loved that the new job is just starting up so we would all be learning together and creating a new department.

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lackingimagination · 30/08/2018 14:30

tempemails jealous much. Not everybody needs to work full time.

OP can you give it a go and go back to what you currently do in the future if it’s not for you?

theunsure · 30/08/2018 14:31

I'd take the job.
If your DC are gown up then it is time for new horizons!

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DeLaLuz · 30/08/2018 14:38

I did think that lackingimagination I get on really well with my current boss, so may be able to go back, but I would be leaving her dreadfully in the lurch (term has started here) although she would be happy for me too (she was my friend before she was my boss) I thought maybe give it a go for a year and then reassess. Thanks for your input.

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BackforGood · 30/08/2018 14:42

I think my answer depends on how old you are.

You could be mid-late 30s (in which case I'd say career... progression.. development... challenge) or you could be 58 in which case I'd say PT / stick as you are.

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DeLaLuz · 30/08/2018 14:47

44 BackforGood, so slowing down somewhat, but plenty of life in the old dog yet. 😂 Although I can be very lazy, maybe I need a huge kick up the backside and have more of a routine!

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lackingimagination · 30/08/2018 15:36

How much would you enjoy the potential new job? Would it be rewarding, fulfilling, make you happy and want to go to work every day? Or is it ‘just a job’?

NicoAndTheNiners · 30/08/2018 16:18

At 44yo you've potentially got 20plus years of working. Long time to be in a job where you're bored.

BackforGood · 30/08/2018 18:25

Agree with Nico - you, young spring chicken that you are , are then talking about potentially 25 years of work to do something interesting, build up a career. etc. I think you need to factor that in

Loopytiles · 30/08/2018 18:30

Pension differences?

What is the annual salary difference between the two jobs?

The one with a career path sounds best.

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