thinking of leaving my job

dblg0503
dblg0503 Online Community Member Posts: 10 Listener
edited September 5 in Work

Hello

I have mild cerebral palsy and I had been working since I was 18 years old full time, then part time.

When I turned 40 my health rapidly got worst. I started to have other health issues as well. Doctor can’t help much.

I have reasonable adjustments at work, but I am still struggling. I have a lot of pain, fatigue and loosing concentration, it started to affect my work.

I am thinking of leaving my job, maybe if I have a year off, get rest, and then can go back to workforce. But I am absolutely terrified to do it because of benefits cut agenda.

I am worried what am I going to do if I leave my job and they will take away my PIP.

Will I be able to find other job later? What is I still will be unwell and will have no money?

I just wanted to ask if any of you experienced similar situation.

What options do I have?

Thank you.

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  • Albus_Scope
    Albus_Scope Posts: 11,355 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    Sorry to hear you're struggling at work @dblg0503 would a review of your reasonable adjustments help maybe? Or a reduction in hours?

    Unfortunately there's no way of guaranteeing getting another job in the current jobs market. But your PIP should be safe for as long as your award lasts, then of course it would all depend on the PIP review, but there would still be the chance for MRs and a tribunal. Remember it doesn't matter if you work or not with PIP, it's all about how your condition affects you daily.

  • JoeGro
    JoeGro Scope Member Posts: 8 Listener

    I am sorry to hear this. Have you had the chance to look at assistive technology that may make your experience easier at work?

  • Wibbles
    Wibbles Online Community Member Posts: 2,848 Championing
    https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/138240/thinking-of-leaving-my-job

    Can you get medical retirement / ill health retirement from your present job ?

    Could help financially …..

    Your PIP is safe - it is nothing to do with your job.

  • Otteline
    Otteline Online Community Member Posts: 62 Contributor

    Sorry to hear this. Is there any way you can reduce your hours rather than leave your job? I think it will be quite difficult to get back into the workplace after taking such a long break. Does your company offer a career break? (unpaid). Can you get signed off by your GP?

    I have thought of leaving my job on a few occasions but unfortunately my financial situation kept me here. I know I would have found it difficult to get back into work after a year. If at all possible I think the benefit of being able to work and be around others can keep you going. Good luck in whatever you decide to do. I would investigate other routes before handing in your notice.

  • SaraC_Scope
    SaraC_Scope CP Network, Scope Posts: 319 Empowering

    Hi @dblg0503

    I'm Sara and I'm one of the CP specialists at Scope. I also have cerebral palsy and can relate to your work experiences. I started work when I was 17 and for most of that, I worked full time. Now in my 40's I have been experiencing pain and fatigue and only just understanding the reasons behind this.

    I work four days a week and utilise that day off to rest when I can, but it's not always easy with other family commitments.

    As others have said, if you leave your job now, in the current job market it will be more difficult to return. Have you considered other employment, perhaps in a new career with shorter hours? I would definitely hold on and perhaps ask family and friends for some extra support.

    You are welcome to be join our CP Network, if you aren't already a member. It's a great space for advice and support, or a general conversation with people who understand.

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