Monthly pay but no contract signed - how much notice?

[Spoonman]

Hi all,

I am currently paid monthly and my employer tells me that I need to give a months notice when I leave. However, I have never been given a contract to sign. Legally, how much notice to I have to give? I'd rather not give a month if I have to, as it's a long time in this place!!

Cheers

 

[Spoonman]

Thanks all,

1. Yes I would need a reference
2. I am not paid in arrears
3. Someone left recently and only gave 1 weeks' notice. I asked her why only a month and she said it was because she hadn't signed a contract.

First thing I need to do is get another job, then I will ask the boss legally how much notice would I need to give, and supply evidence if required.