My husband has just lost his job today?

Question

Now what do we do? I live in the Uk and i am pretty p****d off at the moment so any helpful information will appreciatted

If you can't help could you say something to cheer me up please!!

Thanks for all your advice my husband has already gave his CV's into employment agencys I have as well my husband job role is a ICT engineer my job is a chef/hotel manager. Plus we have 3 children under 5 Thanks for your advice anyway!!

Answer 1

The obvious thing to do is sign on for benefits at least it will help you out until he finds another job.
And as a tax payer he is entitled to benefits good luck in
the future..

Answer 2

Well, if he lost his job today, I would recommend that you both go to the pub tonight and get sloshed!

Once you've done that, then tomorrow start anew. He should go register with the Job Centre as soon as possible, to get his Job Seekers Allowance asap - that should tied you over for a little bit. Work out how much money you have saved up and coming in from other sources, and work out if you need to start budgeting, etc. until he gets back on his feet. Also, help him produce an up-to-date CV - there are lots of websites with practical guidance on this.

Register online with monster.com and apply online for jobs. It might also be worthwhile for him to make an appointment with a few recruitment agencies in town - eg Select, Adecco, Hayes, etc. - usually he can drop in a CV, and if they have time, they will talk to him there and then, but he may need to go back later. They can help him find temporary and permanent work in your local area.

I know things are pretty grim right now, but this could actually be the start of bigger and better things for your husband and yourself. Good luck!

Answer 3

A kiss for cheer up!
I not know the work situation in the UK other than it's Economy is doing well compared to the U.S.A., so, hopefully he should be able to find another job. May not pay as much, I not know. Not sure about moving to the U.S.A. but, there a lot of jobs in Corpus Cristi, Texas from what I have been told. But, guess that may be hard to do. Sorry, I hope things look up for you both soon. Just be supportive of each other and it will work out.

Answer 4

Hey - sorry you're having a sh*tty day. I can understand why you're worried - you have 3 kids under 5...!

Looking at things from an outsiders point of view: 1) your husband is young (I'm guessing). 2) hopefully he will have had some kind of pay off if he had been in the job over 2 years 3) check your mortgage/insurances - many policies cover incase of redundancy for up to 1 year. 4) this is his chance to change career/work from home/set up his own business/spend time with you & the kids.
Try to stay postive - you have a lot going for you, even if it doesn't seem that way today.

Answer 5

job centre - job seekers? is there anyone you know who could help put a good word in for him at their work or let him know if jobs are coming up in their place.

There are loads of websites he can put his CV on and companies can contact him. one is called Monster ( there are quite a few). Try recruitment agencies on the Internet and in your nearest town/city. local paper (they sometimes have job websites as well, if you type in your local newspaper on the Internet or you council)

Also make sure the CV he has is up to date and written correctly, it pays to get a book out from the library or info on the internet about CV and interview techniques- most job websites are helpful in this area, better to be prepared, there may be jobs out there, but he has to beat someone else to getting it.

Give him lots of support and love as he is probably feeling worse than you do. Positive attitude and encouragement and keep together, don't let this come between you or start you arguing with each other as most people say arguments in their relationship are mainly about money.
I hope he finds employment soon, good luck.

Answer 6

Hi sorry to hear that but sometimes these things happen for a reason and something good might come of it. Get him to start job hunting ASAP there are loads of jobs out there.Help him by looking in papers and sending letters off for him it not only saves time it takes a bit of the strain off him and it means you are pulling together as a team which is important in a family crises. Good Luck

Answer 7

Life is always not smooth sailing. That is why we need to save for rainy days. Don't rush him into getting another job. Enjoy his company for a week or two. Relax and think what he can do best. Maybe change another career who knows the next would better than the first.Don't be too upset. The sun will always rise again tomorrow.

Answer 8

Good things will come your way. Remember everything happens for a reason. Maybe he'll end up finding another job that he makes more money at or that just makes him happier than the last job. Keep your head up, for yourself and him. Because, your not the only one that feels bad im sure he's really down right now so someone has to stay positive. :)

Answer 9

Today you comfort and reassure each other. Tomorrow you start strategizing. As I understand it in the UK you won't be allowed to starve, so there's one less worry. Job searches are similar here and there I imagine. Looking for a job when he found that one wasn't he? If he has skills, he can find work.

Answer 10

First things first!! The circumstances in which your husband lost his job are very important; can he claim a redundancy payout? Or try for unfair dismissal? I also live in the UK - go to the citizens advice bureau for free & impartial legal advice, they will be able to help you. And I wish you the best of luck.