Help me write this please

[Fedup035]

I want to quit my job. My line manager and other boss are actually quite nice. I feel burnout and stressed. I’m thinking of work constantly and I think I’m having a nervous breakdown. I don’t want to go on sick leave, I don’t want to discuss with boss as he’s already been more than supportive and given me part time hours. It’s actually been worse. I’m having panic attacks on my days off working myself up about going into work.

Thing is I’m just going to continue as I’m too scared to let them down. I know I must leave do please help me with what I say. I don’t want to be too truthful as if I ever want to come back I won’t be able to. What can I say in my resignation letter without sounding like a child?

Oh it's horrible to feel like this. Can you talk to your line manager? I bet if they are nice they would certainly listen to you

@JackTheHack they really value me snd I know if I speak I’ll just decide to stick it out like I did last year. They have me part time. I just want to resign but don’t know what to write.

Just write

Dear x

Please take this letter as confirmation of my resignation, leaving date x.

Many thanks

Fed up

If you feel the need to write more add in,

It’s been wonderful working here, thank you for all the support over the years, but I’ve decided to take time out to enjoy other pursuits.

Dear Manager

I am writing to let you know that I am resigning from my post.

I would like to take the opportunity to formally thank you for all your support and encouragement. You have been the most fantastic boss.

All best

Can you afford to just quit? Don't make a rash decision you might regret.

It's awful being burned out, but if you're still bad part-time then you really need the break. You should take sick leave really, or a sabbatical, but it sounds like you really want to close the door on it all. So then why do you think you might go back, surely it will put you back into the same situation again? Anyway, based on what you say you want:

Dear X,

I am resigning effective Y date for a lengthy career break. I've enjoyed working with everyone here and appreciated all the help and support you've given me. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you again in the future.

Best wishes to you and all the team.

@Fedup035

As per the above - resignation note doesn't need any explanation, just a one liner stating that this email formally represents your resignation from company X.

Any follow up about the rationale you can do in person where you don't need to carefully craft any reasoning.

You do state you don't want to go on sick leave, but if you are having the symptoms you describe, you could very reasonably request a period of time off to recover, and then resign after a week or two if you still feel the same. It would give you more time to line something else up if you need the space to do so.

Just to add one more thought. If part time has increased the stress, it sounds like the required accompanying support to enable a part time structure has not been put in place. Eg others being fully responsible for activity happening on days you are not working, or total workload reduced by the required amount to be sustainable given the days you are working. Is there a set of circumstances or structures which could be better implemented for you to enjoy the role again if addressed properly? You mention you feel valued so this could be an avenue to explore either immediately or after a break if there is a slither of enthusiasm left to try and make it work

Although I recognise from your first post it sounds like you have made your decision

Agree with the short, to the point examples above. Maybe add in "as per the terms of my contract I am giving x weeks notice". And agree with saying something positive about the opportunity but now is the time for you to move on. Be clear and to the point.

I would also, gently suggest you find someone to talk (if you haven't already). I hope you feel better soon - you deserve to be happy

What are the problems with your job? It's interesting that you talk about maybe returning later. Is it a matter of workload?

What’s your plan for money? Are you going to look for another job straight away? You may not be able to claim benefits straight away, so please be careful.

Thank you all. I was trying not to give so many details but my job is in education. If I leave I can definitely find short term contracts or even day to day work in my subject as it’s high in demand. I love my job but hate that it takes up all my free time. I know taking a break would help. Next year will be horrendous as it’s a new school so more and more years get added each year. They value me, yes but I think I’m very easily replaceable. I just hate feeling that I’m letting them down!

Apologies for typos above! Quickly typing