8 months ago I started a new job. I quite like what I do - it is home based - but the pay isn't great for my level of experience. There are not many opportunities for progression as far as a I can see - it's a small business. My colleagues are lovely and the job is home based and very flexible- I have 2 kids age 7 and 9 so pick ups etc are not an issue.
I feel a little under-challenged but there are perks to the job as described.
I've seen a job advertised with another company who offer a very similar thing but targets a different market. It's not a huge field though so there might be people who know each other. It's got a more variety in the tasks and more interaction with others. It is mostly home based but occasional meetings in a London head office. The organisation is a lot bigger so I would imagine more room for progression. There is more holiday allowance and some other benefits that I don't currently get. They have not stated the pay , but the application asks for salary expectations so I could aim high there!
I just feel a bit bad because my current employer is lovely and took a roll of the dice with me as I didn't have much experience In the field at the time. They've invested quite a lot in my training so I feel like I should be more loyal.
But, my DH reckons I should apply because loyalty isn't going to pay you a higher salary and you should look after yourself to a degree. Also 8 months probably doesn't look great before hopping jobs.