Whats your job?

Beans wrote:

Stu wrote:Sharepoint Developer....


Yes that's right, you've not heard of it.

I have and know that there is some **** hot money in it, especially if you know 2007 and work on contract.

Don't I know it.....

Expect I work for a university that doesn't pay anywhere near contract pay.

I'm too scared to go into contract work. It frustrate me as I know 2003/7 inside out.

Igor wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I work in a bakery in the 'finishing' department. Not enjoying it at all since they bought in 'compulsory overtime' meaning I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

As such I'm looking for a new job, no idea what - I just want something else asap! I did consider joining the local police force, I know there are some policemen around here so can anyone tell me about more about what it's like to be a Mr. Plod? wages/ what qualifications are needed, what I might expect to have to do - the position I was looking at was 'support officer', is that just like a training job?

PM Fatdaz, he's a copper.

I'm currently unemployed, due to Barclaycard being *****, though I'm fighting the dismissal, and will win.

Return_of_the_star is also a cop.

TornadoShaun wrote:I work in a bakery in the 'finishing' department. Not enjoying it at all since they bought in 'compulsory overtime' meaning I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

As such I'm looking for a new job, no idea what - I just want something else asap! I did consider joining the local police force, I know there are some policemen around here so can anyone tell me about more about what it's like to be a Mr. Plod? wages/ what qualifications are needed, what I might expect to have to do - the position I was looking at was 'support officer', is that just like a training job?

Depends where u live, london pays better to compensate living costs. On the whole it pays alright without needing loads of qualifications. I think to be a copper u need C's in English and Maths then pass an assesment centre (basically to establish you arent rascist, a thug or thick as pig gooseberry fool) easy enough. The assesment is based on quick interview, written and maths test, and role play acting scenarios (see how you deal with pressure and aggresive people). Fitness requirement is laughable really too.

The job is great, varied exciting rewarding. It can be tough as you deal with difficult situations, you need self confidence and not be afraid of confrontation. Starting wages are about 22k up to 24k after training then each year it increases up to 31k for a basic constable. Promotion earns big money and better pension. Pension itself is great if u stick the full career. Shift patterns can be tough, working nights but its varied i work 6 on 4 off so i get long rest days! Overtime is plentiful if u want it! No 2 days are ever the same and i love it, but paperwork can be a pain sometimes as can general negative attitude to police.

I cant say much about Community support officers they get paid less, have less responsibility and dont get to drive cars fast Return of the Star can probably tell u more.

Fatal Exception wrote:Computer Game Designer. I can't remember if I've replied to this thread before.

We should have a design-off sometime.

The-plumbers-dungarees wrote:

Craig wrote::| I work for BT...

I HATE YOU, BT SUCK A$$

Lolz, I don't disagree.

Oh Teh Noes wrote:I'm a dishpig in a museum café kitchen.

Good lad.
KNOW YOUR PLACE!

I work in Admin for Sainsbury's, it truly is hell. I'm going back to study Entertainment Technology in September though, hopefully to make something of my life. I predict I'll have dropped out by January, come March I'll be offering handjobs on the street for crack rocks.

I am a Games Programmer. Currently unemployed, but have got two job offers and two more interviews this week.

I pretty much know which company's offer I am going to accept as its by far the best job. Woo!

Stu wrote:

Beans wrote:

Stu wrote:Sharepoint Developer....


Yes that's right, you've not heard of it.

I have and know that there is some **** hot money in it, especially if you know 2007 and work on contract.

Don't I know it.....

Expect I work for a university that doesn't pay anywhere near contract pay.

I'm too scared to go into contract work. It frustrate me as I know 2003/7 inside out.

Contracting is ok as long as you get at least a 6 month contract. You can earn a full years salary in that time and tbh good contractors never struggle to get there next contract. I recommend you check out this site http://www.contractoruk.com/

FatDaz wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I work in a bakery in the 'finishing' department. Not enjoying it at all since they bought in 'compulsory overtime' meaning I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

As such I'm looking for a new job, no idea what - I just want something else asap! I did consider joining the local police force, I know there are some policemen around here so can anyone tell me about more about what it's like to be a Mr. Plod? wages/ what qualifications are needed, what I might expect to have to do - the position I was looking at was 'support officer', is that just like a training job?

Depends where u live, london pays better to compensate living costs. On the whole it pays alright without needing loads of qualifications. I think to be a copper u need C's in English and Maths then pass an assesment centre (basically to establish you arent rascist, a thug or thick as pig gooseberry fool) easy enough. The assesment is based on quick interview, written and maths test, and role play acting scenarios (see how you deal with pressure and aggresive people). Fitness requirement is laughable really too.

The job is great, varied exciting rewarding. It can be tough as you deal with difficult situations, you need self confidence and not be afraid of confrontation. Starting wages are about 22k up to 24k after training then each year it increases up to 31k for a basic constable. Promotion earns big money and better pension. Pension itself is great if u stick the full career. Shift patterns can be tough, working nights but its varied i work 6 on 4 off so i get long rest days! Overtime is plentiful if u want it! No 2 days are ever the same and i love it, but paperwork can be a pain sometimes as can general negative attitude to police.

I cant say much about Community support officers they get paid less, have less responsibility and dont get to drive cars fast Return of the Star can probably tell u more.

Is there any way I can be a detective relatively easily? I have all the relevant qualifications, including a good degree from a top uni and I've watched every Murder She Wrote off the tele.

EDIT: I'm actually serious about how someone can become a detective.

TornadoShaun wrote:I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

God forbid!

LewisD wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

God forbid!

To be fair, I do more than that but then again I get quite a few days off.

JNR wrote:

FatDaz wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I work in a bakery in the 'finishing' department. Not enjoying it at all since they bought in 'compulsory overtime' meaning I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

As such I'm looking for a new job, no idea what - I just want something else asap! I did consider joining the local police force, I know there are some policemen around here so can anyone tell me about more about what it's like to be a Mr. Plod? wages/ what qualifications are needed, what I might expect to have to do - the position I was looking at was 'support officer', is that just like a training job?

Depends where u live, london pays better to compensate living costs. On the whole it pays alright without needing loads of qualifications. I think to be a copper u need C's in English and Maths then pass an assesment centre (basically to establish you arent rascist, a thug or thick as pig ****) easy enough. The assesment is based on quick interview, written and maths test, and role play acting scenarios (see how you deal with pressure and aggresive people). Fitness requirement is laughable really too.

The job is great, varied exciting rewarding. It can be tough as you deal with difficult situations, you need self confidence and not be afraid of confrontation. Starting wages are about 22k up to 24k after training then each year it increases up to 31k for a basic constable. Promotion earns big money and better pension. Pension itself is great if u stick the full career. Shift patterns can be tough, working nights but its varied i work 6 on 4 off so i get long rest days! Overtime is plentiful if u want it! No 2 days are ever the same and i love it, but paperwork can be a pain sometimes as can general negative attitude to police.

I cant say much about Community support officers they get paid less, have less responsibility and dont get to drive cars fast Return of the Star can probably tell u more.

Is there any way I can be a detective relatively easily? I have all the relevant qualifications, including a good degree from a top uni and I've watched every Murder She Wrote off the tele.

EDIT: I'm actually serious about how someone can become a detective.

Watch Columbo and A Touch of Frost until you know them by memory and also start saying "There's been a murder" in a Glaswegian accent at every opportunity.

JNR wrote:

LewisD wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

God forbid!

To be fair, I do more than that but then again I get quite a few days off.

Join the club fella.
It makes me laugh when people complain about 8-9 hour shifts.

LewisD wrote:

JNR wrote:

LewisD wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

God forbid!

To be fair, I do more than that but then again I get quite a few days off.

Join the club fella.
It makes me laugh when people complain about 8-9 hour shifts.

Can I complain about 12 1/2 hour shifts?

JNR wrote:

FatDaz wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I work in a bakery in the 'finishing' department. Not enjoying it at all since they bought in 'compulsory overtime' meaning I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

As such I'm looking for a new job, no idea what - I just want something else asap! I did consider joining the local police force, I know there are some policemen around here so can anyone tell me about more about what it's like to be a Mr. Plod? wages/ what qualifications are needed, what I might expect to have to do - the position I was looking at was 'support officer', is that just like a training job?

Depends where u live, london pays better to compensate living costs. On the whole it pays alright without needing loads of qualifications. I think to be a copper u need C's in English and Maths then pass an assesment centre (basically to establish you arent rascist, a thug or thick as pig gooseberry fool) easy enough. The assesment is based on quick interview, written and maths test, and role play acting scenarios (see how you deal with pressure and aggresive people). Fitness requirement is laughable really too.

The job is great, varied exciting rewarding. It can be tough as you deal with difficult situations, you need self confidence and not be afraid of confrontation. Starting wages are about 22k up to 24k after training then each year it increases up to 31k for a basic constable. Promotion earns big money and better pension. Pension itself is great if u stick the full career. Shift patterns can be tough, working nights but its varied i work 6 on 4 off so i get long rest days! Overtime is plentiful if u want it! No 2 days are ever the same and i love it, but paperwork can be a pain sometimes as can general negative attitude to police.

I cant say much about Community support officers they get paid less, have less responsibility and dont get to drive cars fast Return of the Star can probably tell u more.

Is there any way I can be a detective relatively easily? I have all the relevant qualifications, including a good degree from a top uni and I've watched every Murder She Wrote off the tele.

EDIT: I'm actually serious about how someone can become a detective.

There's probably a lot more to it than just this, but you can jump straight into a Detective profession with the right degree/training, foregoing the time in uniform. I guess you'd just apply for that position specifically. I think, anyway.

LewisD wrote:

JNR wrote:

LewisD wrote:

TornadoShaun wrote:I'm now having to do atleast 9 and a half hours a day nearly every day

God forbid!

To be fair, I do more than that but then again I get quite a few days off.

Join the club fella.
It makes me laugh when people complain about 8-9 hour shifts.

And so people should complain. You work a shift like that, you come home and you're tired with no energy to do anything else. You shouldn't have to live most of your life like that.

8 hour shifts tire me out.

I did 15 hrs today

Isn't that, like, illegal?