going from part-time to full time

[CampbellSauce]

Hi all, I've just joined today and have got myself into a bit of a tizzy. I have just been offered a full time job, I currently work 21 hours a week and don't particularly enjoy my job. I applied for a job at a different company (not thinking I would get it) and I got it! I was so excited until she told me it's full time only. I haven't accepted it yet but don't know what to do. My LB is 19 months now and goes to a childminders twice a week and my mums for a day. I just feel like I'll miss out on so much if I take this job but on the other hand it's an amazing opportunity. Greatly in need of advice... have any of you been in this situation?

First of all can you afford full time childcare costs?

I felt similar when I went back to work after my first. I soon settled into things, enjoyed having a lunch break, hot cups of tea and adult conversation. It was great to contribute to a business again too. However the commute was good and I got to do it with dd and I was home by 430pm daily. The days went fast and I didn't feel like I was missing that much.

I moved jobs after a while and the commute wasn't as good and it was a bit of a game changer. I'm still there but on mat leave #2 and I'm questioning whether to go back.

I really think that the commute plays a huge factor in the decision making. Also think about things like would you have a cleaner/what sort of cooking do you do/how would your set up work etc. Think about it on a practical level.

If it all sounds feasible and you want to make it work then do it. Consider it a trial. No one is saying you have to stay. If you don't like it or find it too hard staying away from your DC then leave. This is the conclusion I am reaching. Try it out and see how it goes. If you turn it down you might always wonder. That being said do also balance it with...when you're old you don't wish you worked more...

Sorry I'm probably not much help!

I am considering this (am applying this week). Currently work p/t term time only.

But my children are older. It is V difficult with young children especially with no support.