Hi,
I started a new role in the NHS just before I filed for divorce a couple of years ago. It was all part of my plan for freedom. Band 7. All seemed fine but the department is extremely short staffed, manager has been off months and doesn't seem to be working on-site anymore so we are lacking leadership and direction. Also, I have worked as a 7 before and definitely feel that my role is pushing an 8 on this job. Other band 7's are on maternity or long term sick leave meaning I am picking up a lot of their work on top of my already ridiculous work load so very stressed for the first time in my life! The place is extremely old fashioned and doesn't use any sort of technology to make things easier. Other staff are very miserable and lack motivation. Lots of toxicity and jealousy over people with higher bands (as they could do the job better, even though not qualified).
This was a side step for me to another area (from what I trained in) to change direction.
I'm on the verge of going on the sick. First time ever! I'm worried about my situation as I am living in the family home alone, with the kids, and paying all the bills. I am
also going through a long divorce with a stbx who has offered me 30% of assets. My expenses are high atm as I'm paying all house costs, child costs and the solicitor is £250 an hour. I've also had to bring a gardener in at £50 a fortnight as I just don't have the time to see to the gardens. I can't just get another job elsewhere due to my current situation and I need to be around for the kids so can't even get anything travelling or anything. Plus , I am restricted to staying locally so the kids can see their father. I'd go for a role in my own profession but they are all over 100 miles away.
I feel I am being de-skilled in this role too so thoroughly depressed about it all. Doing a lot of things that an admin person could do.
Any suggestions? I have calls all the time from recruitment agencies wanting me to move to the private sector (more money, company car etc.) but my heart has always been with the NHS. I have 26 years service.
I am reluctant to go back to my own profession as I was struggling with shifts and nightshifts through menopause - even though my passion lies in that area.
Feel really down 