I am looking at returning to work after having about a year off with my primary school aged children. The job I have been offered finishes later than I thought it would, and my kids after school care closes at the same time I would be knocking off. This would mean my parents would have to collect my kids 4 days a week, and I wouldn't be getting home until 6. We do live with my parents so that makes matters easier. I also would be working 6 hours on a Saturday, and I am not keen on that thought. It would however enable me to still walk my children into school each morning, which is a big bonus for me, and still take them to their after school activities on a Monday afternoon. Jobs are tight around here, I don't know whether to take this and run with it or wait for something more kid friendly. I love being there for them, but things aren't much fun when money is tight. What would you do?
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Sounds like there's more pro's than con's. Unfortunately you're in the same boat as most mummies out there wanting to return to work; unfortunately there are limited opportunities to get a job that work around your kids, but it sounds like this one gives you some Le-way. My advice; take the job, you might not find another one with the same opportunities; school drop offs, etc.
If you are a single mum I'd without a doubt take the job. The current economic climate I think it's important to have a job. There are compromises in all jobs.
Take it. As long as your parents are happy to mind the kids,I'd take it.
Thanks ladies. You are absolutely right. I guess I always knew I had to take it, just wanted someone to make my guilt feel better. Anyway, Thank you for answering x
Talk to your parents. If they're 100% on board with it, then do it. Also have a back up or 2 on stand by for if they're sick, or away. Try it and see how it works for all concerned, then either change hours or change jobs. Use a slow cooker and prep meals in the mornings or night before