I've just got a job, very happy as I've been out of work a long time and wasn't sure anyone would hire me.
It's an apprenticeship and I have negotiated part time hours as opposed to full time. I was told the minimum hours are 22.5 so I have agreed, she said 22.5 with half a day as a study day. At the time I assumed this half a day was included in the 22.5 hours but now I'm not sure if it is in addition to it. Does anyone have experience of this?
Also, I know I am allowed to have some negotiation with hours, I really need it split over 4 days rather than 3 longer days, for health reasons and the fact that childcare will cost me a lot more than I am earning in the holidays, but I also know I need to fit in with their needs and they may need me to do 3 longer days. I'll go with what they need obviously but I'm just trying to clarify things in my mind before they get in touch again to discuss the details.