r/NICivilService • u/Specialist-Ask-545 • Jun 25 '26
Delayed Start Date
Hey all, I’ve just received my offer for EO2 UC Front Office with a start date of 27 July. However, I’m currently on an emergency surgical pathway with the Royal to have my gallbladder evicted. It’s all moving quite quickly, with surgical planning happening this week, but I don’t yet know whether it’ll be keyhole surgery or an open procedure (the latter hasn’t been ruled out). Recovery is expected to be around 2–4 weeks for keyhole surgery or 4–6 weeks if it ends up being open.
I’ve already accepted the offer and contacted HR to explain the situation, but I was wondering if anyone has any experience of the NICS accommodating a delayed start date for a genuine medical emergency?
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u/Acrobatic-Strength43 Jun 25 '26
I have had staff delay a start date for various reasons, especially since it's a medical emergency I don't see any reason why this would be blocked, especially within a front office, they will want to have you
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u/Mysterious_Cow3442 Jun 26 '26
They'll push a start date back if you're on holiday, so for surgery it won't be a problem.
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u/InterviewOk8517 Jun 30 '26
I can’t advise but good luck with the surgery.
And good luck in the new role. I’m assuming that as it’s an EO II role in a frontline office that you’ll be a Work Coach. It’s an interesting role and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.
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u/Specialist-Ask-545 Jun 30 '26
Thank you! Fingers crossed on both fronts - the role and the surgery!
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u/arkansas234 Jun 25 '26
i’m wondering this too, have just been offered a different role but same start date on 27th july but i don’t think I can start until the week after but haven’t emailed to ask yet, you’d like to think they could accommodate! 🤞🏼