Guest Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 How do you word your notice? I'm handing mine in tonight, and I don't know what to say. While I am desperate to tell them what a bunch of ******* they all are, I appreciate that that is not really the done thing (tempting though!). I don't really want to burn any bridges, just in case I need to go and beg for my job back if and when money goes short, so any help would be appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I would put it that you have decided that your priorities in life have changed and although you have enjoyed (OK A LIE) working for them it's time to take some time for yourself and your family. Just an idea BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Could just be very factual, formal and to the point. You could thank them for your continued employment over x years without saying you enjoyed it. Wouldn't be the time to point out they are $%*^%$%. Good luck, hope it work out. Have you been forced to quit because it has got that bad, or have you got something lined up/the course you were talking about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I would try being honest Shona. How likely is it that you would be so desperate for a job you would go back to them You have never said where you work but I think I have worked it out and there are several of that type of employer round here plus lots of other options. They are doing this to lots of people and until someone actually puts it in writing they will carry on and in the event someone has problems in future your letter will be on file telling them how cra**y they have treated you. There is no need to be rude but you can allude to employment law and your recent personal circumstances not to mention the stress going back after you were off caused they will be shaking that you are taking them to a tribunal for constructive dismissal by making things uncomfortable for you. If you tell them you are leaving because you feel you have no choice whats the worst they can do - sack you then you will have them. I am not trying to encourage you to cause trouble but I hate any sort of bullying especially in the workplace and you have to stand up for yourself even if its not easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I'm leaving for various reasons - Chookiehubbie is up for a promotion, and won't be able to guarantee being able to get home in time for me to go to work, if he doesn't get the promotion then he just needs to do 2 extra hours overtime a week to cover the money we will lose out on, I'm really peeved with the way they have treated me over the last month and I need to study, so it will give me a chance to study an extra 2 nights a week. I could go on, but that's the gist of it! Think I'll go along the lines of 'personal problems over the last few months have made me re-evaluate my situation, and have decided to spend more time with my husband and children' (even though I only do 2 nights a week!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I agree with Dan, don't say anything they don't need to know. Also it keeps them guessing about why you're leaving. Just polite and to the point, saying that you are notifying them of your notice, which will be due up on **** date, and thank them for the time that you have been working with them. That's all you need to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 You can always write to the Human Resources department after you have left if you wish to complain about how you were treated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 That's a good idea Ginette. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piggyonemoon Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 hi - sounds exciting that your handing your notice in, but like you said, you don't really want to burn any bridges, so keep it simple is the best policy. just state your intention of leaving and that you giving x amount of weeks notice. I wouldnt go into explaing your reasons and if its liek where i used to work, they wont even ask ("Ooops, word censored!"ody cared about anybody, or what they did) hope it goes fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley-Jean Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Notices just need to be factual and polite stating when you intend your last working day to be. It is a good idea to be polite if you think you may need a reference from them. Employers often state that one of your references should be your most recent employer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Yup, short and to the point confirming your leaving date / pay due / holiday due etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 I agree too - no mention of any problems - just factual and polite. And remember if you ever decide to work again and need a reference they will be contacted. You wouldn't want to give them the opportunity to turn it around so that they could say, 'Oh she had personal problems so left' Doesn't sound too good putting it like that does it. Just do as the others suggested - short and sweet - and grit you teeth, smile and start the countdown to leaving. Best wishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Well done Shona for making the decision, you'll feel a lot better once you've left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 WOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! I finish up next Friday! Just put the basic fact in the letter, said I was leaving, and when I intended to work until, as although I'm not worried about references from them (it's all done by personnel down in Wales, and is a standard letter stating very basic facts - hours worked, sickness %, and if you were sacked), it's really none of their business! Apparantly I have to be given a 'Leavers Interview' next Friday where I will be quizzed about my time with the company, and my reasons for leaving, so better start preparing myself for that! - This is my face now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 14, 2006 Share Posted February 14, 2006 Well done Shona - it's not an easy thing to do. Keep smiling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Well done Shona! Keep Lesley, you just got in before me! Great minds though . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 That is great news Shona and you must be honest at your exit interview because they have to be made aware often the personel department aren't aware that things go on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Good luck with leaver's interview, sounds a bit scary to me If with people you didn't work with good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Great news Shona! Happy days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Well done Shona - I think I can see your smile from here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 It's lighting up the sky Shona! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 And showing up the dust on the surfaces. Can you stop now Shona Please Oh, ok then. Carry on grinning I 'll just ignore the dust (nothing new there then ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Had to get the sun out for the halfterm holidays somehow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 Oh no! The chicken footprint is still on the window Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel (& Paul) Posted February 15, 2006 Share Posted February 15, 2006 I am in the study and you can see the three snotty nose lines from when the woggles sit on the window sill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...