Where do I stand with work

[Minibiker]

Hi all

I was offered a job which I took last week, however today I had a phone call from a local company that I've been trying to get into for a month or two but no driving was available until today... I want to accept this driving job as its something I've always wanted to do but don't know where I stand with the current job...

I haven't signed a contract at the current place so how do I go about notices etc

Cheers

 

[Minibiker]

Just tell your current new employer that you won't be sticking around after all, but you are prepared to work "X" amount of notice to help them out (depending on when the other job needs you to start) if they want you to. In reality there isn't much they can do (no one is going to waste time taking you to court) but probably best to be honest with them and try to leave in the most civil fashion possible.

Either that or stage a crash faking your own death.

Is there a minimum amount of time I should say I'd work or can it be whatever I feel reasonable

It’s not unusual to apply to more than one job and I’m sure your current place of work considered more than one applicant. Just tell them a position you also applied for has come up that’s something you’ve wanted to do for a long time and apologise for leaving so soon.

Yeah they talk daily about getting more people in so wouldn't surprise me if they filled my spot sharpish... How soon can I leave or is it what I feel reasonable?

 

[Minibiker]

Afternoon all

Sorry I haven't replied sooner, not been on much... So I gave a week's notice just to end on decent terms with them, I am starting the new job on the 1st of November and they have already said they will have everything ready for me on my induction so all my uniform, contract and any other papers are there to sign...

Really looking forward to the new journey

Thanks for all the replies, all helpful as per usual

Cheers