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Returning to work after 7 years

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Meecrowavay · 23/02/2021 12:33

Looking to return to work in the coming year after a long period being a SAHM! I have three children, under 7 (two of which will be at school as of august).

Whilst I'm obviously finding the job hunt aspect ok (despite the limited number of positions available) I'm a bit anxious about all the practical aspects of returning to work with a young family. Can someone help guide me in the process - should I make applications and go for interviews first, then wait for a job offer before looking at childcare providers. Or would employers expect me to have all that sorted before applying for jobs? Can nurseries give an indicative answer on a place if you don't know when you'll need it? Or is that a waste of their time? It could be that I find a suitable job quickly, but just as likely it takes many months.

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Movedtothedge · 01/03/2021 09:37

Bumping for you but you might get replies if you move this to the Chat board.

I’m in the same position and just starting to casually job hunt after 6 years as a SAHM. DC would need after school care (and possibly before school depending on a job’s start time) but the club that operates out of his school is often full with few vacancies and waiting lists. Yet, I’m not keen on a childminder either and they are in very short supply around where we live anyway.

I could get a job straight away or it could take 6 months so there’s no point paying nearly £500 per month for childcare when getting a job could be months away. We have decided to go with taking a chance and only looking for childcare once I have a solid job offer.

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