Good luck. We spend so much of our life at work that it's important to enjoy it if you can. I'm very lucky - I have a job I really enjoy working for a good organisation and nice people. I know other people aren't so fortunate.
Thank you
Even just posting this thread and getting positive feedback has been a great help.
if there are over 5 employees where you work then by law your company is required to have a H&S policy and that should cover stress
if in doubt start with what the law says and what your internal policies say. If you raise the issue with your line manager and they do nothing then they will be at the top of a slippery slope
I don't have anything to add to the excellent advice already offered here but just wanted to chip in with a bit of support and encouragement. You sound like an amazingly strong person who has overcome more obstacles than most people face in a lifetime, and the fact you are thinking about how things could be better run in your current position means you have A LOT to offer another employer. You are wasted in that job so dig deep and get that CV ramped up with all your many positive qualities, you are far from worthless so get looking for that dream job, you CAN do it ! Best of luck !
I posted a thread about something similar a few weeks back it may be of use. http://forums.digitalspy.co.uk/showthread.php?t=1783670&highlight=job+making+me+ill I have went through all you've went through, I exhausted all avenues like going to HR, the Doctor etc etc, in the end I just had to give up, damn all can be done sad but true.
if there are over 5 employees where you work then by law your company is required to have a H&S policy and that should cover stress
if in doubt start with what the law says and what your internal policies say. If you raise the issue with your line manager and they do nothing then they will be at the top of a slippery slope
good luck
I will have a good read through that. I don't want to appear aggressive but it is always good to know where you stand legally. Thank you
I don't have anything to add to the excellent advice already offered here but just wanted to chip in with a bit of support and encouragement. You sound like an amazingly strong person who has overcome more obstacles than most people face in a lifetime, and the fact you are thinking about how things could be better run in your current position means you have A LOT to offer another employer. You are wasted in that job so dig deep and get that CV ramped up with all your many positive qualities, you are far from worthless so get looking for that dream job, you CAN do it ! Best of luck !
Thank you. I am frustrated about so many things at work that I hardly know where to begin. If I ask (very politely and out of genuine interest) why we do things a certain way I am told 'It's policy'. Maddening.
Thank you everyone. I am going to be positive when I go in on Monday and try not to cry.
If you approach your manager as discussed and still don't get anywhere you might want to consider taking out a formal grievance. This would mean that under the ACAS code of practice your employers would be obliged to take it seriously, investigate it, hold a meeting with you to discuss the issues you raise etc etc. Have a look at the ACAS website - http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1461
Poeple often don't want to go down this route, partly because it sounds so formal, but it may be worth considering. Just starting the process might make your employers see how serious this is for you.
And of course - look for another job! The very best of luck.
I would have at least taken a month off from stress. Make the most of life and enjoy your free time because no one will care how hard you worked when you're dead. You are just a number to them xxx
If you approach your manager as discussed and still don't get anywhere you might want to consider taking out a formal grievance. This would mean that under the ACAS code of practice your employers would be obliged to take it seriously, investigate it, hold a meeting with you to discuss the issues you raise etc etc. Have a look at the ACAS website - http://www.acas.org.uk/index.aspx?articleid=1461
Poeple often don't want to go down this route, partly because it sounds so formal, but it may be worth considering. Just starting the process might make your employers see how serious this is for you.
And of course - look for another job! The very best of luck.
It sounds scary but the more I have been looking into it the more I like the idea of having that legal backup if all goes wrong.
I have sent off 2 applications today for other jobs. I feel quite positive
I would have at least taken a month off from stress. Make the most of life and enjoy your free time because no one will care how hard you worked when you're dead. You are just a number to them xxx
This has all been discussed. I am applying for other jobs so it doesn't look good to have any sickness at all let alone a month off :eek:
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Thank you
Even just posting this thread and getting positive feedback has been a great help.
http://www.cipd.co.uk/NR/rdonlyres/1B504994-F40F-4801-B93D-8FA4DE73E1FD/0/5233Stress_and_Law_guide.pdf
if there are over 5 employees where you work then by law your company is required to have a H&S policy and that should cover stress
if in doubt start with what the law says and what your internal policies say. If you raise the issue with your line manager and they do nothing then they will be at the top of a slippery slope
good luck
Good Luck Starpuss , you can do it .You have climbed bigger mountains and so you knw you are strong .:)
I will have a good read through that. I don't want to appear aggressive but it is always good to know where you stand legally. Thank you
Life has indeed knocked me back a few times. I would hate a job to be the thing that finished me off. I still have some fight left though
Thank you. I am frustrated about so many things at work that I hardly know where to begin. If I ask (very politely and out of genuine interest) why we do things a certain way I am told 'It's policy'. Maddening.
Thank you everyone. I am going to be positive when I go in on Monday and try not to cry.
Poeple often don't want to go down this route, partly because it sounds so formal, but it may be worth considering. Just starting the process might make your employers see how serious this is for you.
And of course - look for another job! The very best of luck.
Now why didn't I think of that :rolleyes:
Oh yes, I like to pay my bills
I would have at least taken a month off from stress. Make the most of life and enjoy your free time because no one will care how hard you worked when you're dead. You are just a number to them xxx
It sounds scary but the more I have been looking into it the more I like the idea of having that legal backup if all goes wrong.
I have sent off 2 applications today for other jobs. I feel quite positive
This has all been discussed. I am applying for other jobs so it doesn't look good to have any sickness at all let alone a month off :eek: