I am due to start a new job in the beginning of June. I was just waiting for vetting to be completed before lockdown began and have just received word that I am all ready to go. The role is a key worker role and can not be done from home.
My DH is also a keyworker and can not work from home. I have spoken to my childminder and she is happy to have my 20 month old DD as she is open for keyworkers and has put what measures she can in place but obviously won’t be social distancing with the children.
We technically do not need the money as I am receiving some universal credit and the money from the job would just replace that so we would be no better off. AIBU to still take the job? I have just spoken to my mum who has made me feel terrible for even considering it as she feels I am putting my DDs life in danger. She has made me feel awful on the phone and I am on the verge of tears.
I feel like this job is a good opportunity for the future and I would have to find another job later down the line. Also we have no idea how long covid is going to be around for!
What would you choose to do in my circumstances?