Would you apply for a new more senior job during maternity

[Jellybabie3]

So I hear there is a new role coming up at my work which will be part time and for a manager in a team I used to be in. I think I have a good amount of experience in the required area so would stand a chance. I haven't been a manager before but people have been pushing me to step up for a while. This job was meant to come about back in May and I was annoyed as I will not be returning to November (thought I would be trumped) but here we are in August and its not been advertised yet...as well as this there has been alot of changes in my current team I am very anxious about - I feel I would definately be going back to some negativity and issues...

The job is due to be advertised imminently.

This new role would be more money potentially and perfect at 3 days a week but i currently work 8 to 4pm and I am worried as a manager I Would be expected to consistently stay late...I don't want to, I am happy to work hard but I want to come home to DS.

Secondly, is it too much to step up and return to work? I feel overwhelmed at the thought of returning to work as it is.

What would others do please?

Go for it

Def go for it. Good luck!

Go for it, if you're offered it then ask about any aspects of the job that might concern you then, and depending on what the answers are you can decide then whether it's the right role for you.

I applied for a promotion on maternity leave and got it. I'm in NHS so fairly family friendly. I work hard and check emails on the train etc but rarely work late. You are likely to regret it if you don't give it a go. Good luck.

Go for it! I was persuaded into taking a big promotion soon after returning from Mat leave, I was really reluctant as I didn't want to compromise my parenting but I've found that now I'm more senior, I actually have much more control over my schedule & work pattern etc. Plus I can actually afford to go PT now I have 2 DS. More senior jobs do come with more responsibility, and therefore work, but if your company is flexible then you should be able to set your own boundaries. I mostly leave the office on time so I can see the kids, but then work in the evenings from home a couple of nights a week to make up for it. Good luck!

Go for it, just ensure you have clear expectations. I'm applying for a promotion whilst on maternity leave!

Thank you! I guess I was nervous it would be too much pressure on top of leaving my DS but maybe it would be a good distraction. Hmm!

I think I will apply but be sure to outline my own expectations. I am concerned as others at the same level put in hours til gone 7pn2 often although they are also full time. I dont want to look like I am taking the mickey...

Thank you

How did this end up in family friendly programme....can it be moved to work ??

Oh it is...dear god maybe I shouldn't apply