Not really aibu but panicking and thought I ask the MN hive.
I have 3 DC - two with additional needs. DC1 (16) has a rare genetic illness and severe learning disabilities. Attends special school, on transport. No breakfast club, no after school club and no childcare in the school hols. DC2 has a physical illness which currently requires at least weekly hospital appointments. These are during the day. I have worked for a good 12 years for my current company and have a huge amount of flexibility. I can WFH whenever I need, I can attend daytime appointment and just work the time back when it suits me (often evening or weekend). I also have an 8 year old without SN. My company is closing down which will leave me redundant from mid Oct onward and I massively struggle to find work. I need something with the same degree of flexibility and I am just getting nowhere. I applied for numerous fully remote part time jobs but never heard back. I had a couple of interview for hybrid roles which went well but none of the places interviewing me are happy to give me the flexibility I need. Recruitment agencies say that whilst my CV is looking good, I am not easy to place due to the strings attached and the limited hours I can work.
For context - my background is general office admin. No special skills; I do not drive either. No other support network, no family and friends to help esp with DC1 (who needs 24/7 adult support).
Where else could I look for work? My only alternative is being on UC and carers allowance long term but I really do not want that. Help!