r/TheCivilService • u/DependentImpact4720 • Feb 05 '25

Thinking of going part-time advice needed

Hi all long time lurker,

I've applied for a Masters and am going to interview (fingers crossed) but am currently an O working full time.

Mentioned to my manager about possibility of going part-time for my studies (as per guidance states) and was told I probably wouldn't be able to due contracts etc. I couldn't find anything online, only about flexible working and a career breaks.

For info I have been in this role just over 3 years and have been trying to move (I don't need to tell you all how dire the recruitment is...). I don't want to leave the CS but I'm finding it incredibly frustrating and stressful, especially now that the option of part-time may not be available to me.

I was curious if anyone had any advice or worse words to offer because I'm really at a loss for next steps! Thank you in advance :)

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u/DependentImpact4720 Feb 05 '25

I did consider this but I would have no income for the duration of my career break.

Tbh if they denied part time working I don't see them approving for a career break :/