Massive anxiety over new job

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So I love my job and been here a long while.
However a dream job came up same industry but a different angle. I applied for it I was successful and I start on 24th. On my last week currently at my job.
I want it I know it is the right move but I'm petrified. I hate change which is why I haven't changed even though I find work at times tedious.
This new job is WFH a lot and i am worried about feeling isolated as I have always worked in person with colleagues whom I've known a long time.
I feel so unsettled and right now I wish I'd never applied and I want my sense of calm back.
My current role is 14 hour shifts, unsociable hours I don't know what it is like to work mo. To Friday. I can never plan anything and I work most weekends
This job would enable me to have a life, to plan and spend time with my children and DH.
Anyone else felt this sense of anxiety?

Change is always hard so be kind to yourself. It sounds like you have lots of positive reasons for taking this job, maybe make a list and pin them somewhere you can see. You always take a leap of faith when you start a new job, and I know the worries of working remotely. But working from home can also leave space for building other networks, and relationship with family which is also a positive.

Change is difficult for most people OP. I spent 20yrs in healthcare, which was always shifts and face to face working. 2yrs ago, a role came up completely WFH. Strangely, I'm still in healthcare though. It was daunting at first and I too was worried about being isolated at home.

Each place will be different, but I had a preceptor/buddy when I started to guide and train me. Our team are tight knit and have a teams chat- which we are on throughout the day for (mainly) work related queries.

Write out a list of all positives and negatives of the change you can think of. After you start, I can guarantee you will think of more positives.

Some benefits I've found are:

• I spent less money buying make-up, hair and clothes and have more time in the morning from not putting on as much make-up, doing hair etc
• Spend less on coffee and snacks/lunch when I'm at work
• No cost for commute
• At lunch I can walk to dog, hang out the clothes, prep dinner etc

I do spend more on electric, water so don't forget you can claim certain things if WFH via HMRC.

Best of luck and keep us updated how you get on.

Thank you both I do think it's fear of unknown.
I too am leaving ten years in a healthcare facing role to this role of hybrid working and managing a caseload.
I need a change I'm knackered I work long 14 hour shifts average 60 hours a week. I need more time with my family this job will allow that and I can remain in an industry I love I'll keep you up to date x

I lead a team of about forty. I recognise that new people can find WFH challenging, so i try to ensure they are an involved as possible. I make all online meetings hybrid and I am in the office as much as possible. See if this is available at your place - and go in as much as you can. You will get to know people much quicker - and it’s easier to ask questions in person.

everyone feels nervous in a new role. Remember it is part of your manager’s job to ensure you have appropriate induction, training and development.

Ask if there is a mentoring programme. Take lots of notes.

remember you got this job because they believe you can do it. Don’t let your nerves get in your way. You will be amazing.

Deep breath, it's going to be okay. I have a huge fear of change too which recently stopped me from taking a really special role that I was offered so I applaud you! There's lots of benefits to working from home, but it could take a while to adjust. Be kind to yourself and just know that you'll settle, even if it takes some time, it'll happen. Congratulations 🎉.

Thank you all
I'm taking it one day at a time I have five more days at work before five days off before starting new job xx