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Questions about returning to work...

  • 29-12-2011 9:40pm
    #1
    neter33
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3 ✭


    After quite some time unemployed I've managed to finally land a job. I'll be back working as a barman which isn't something I greatly enjoy but work is work!

    As it stands I'm on a 2 week "trial" period, after which I will more than likely be offered a contract, but there is a very small chance I may not. I also do not know how many days I will be working from week to week, I was told it could range from anywhere between one and six depending on how busy the bar is.

    I'm not sure what to do about social welfare, when should I inform them, should I wait until after my two week trial and I know if I definitely have the job? Is that okay?

    Also... seeing as that some weeks I may be classed as being in "full-time" employment, whereas the next week I may be only doing a night or two, what happens, do I come off the register entirely or can I remain on and only claim on the weeks where I have less than 3 days?

    Any advice appreciated


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  • #2
    eastbono
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,758 ✭✭✭eastbono


    If you are receiving a sw payment you need to inform them from the date that you start working even if its a trial period (I am presuming you are being paid for this). Go to your local sw office and let them know and explain to them that there are no fixed number of days and your claim can be re-categorised to casual. You will be given forms for your employer to complete and also dockets that you will need to complete and hand in every week.


  • #3
    amtw
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 274 ✭✭amtw




    You need to go and talk to your local Social Welfare Office and tell them that you have found some work. If they find out that you are working and you haven't informed them they will just assume that you have been working all along and come after you for any overpayment they decide they have made.



    I cut and pasted the piece below from www.welfare.ie FAQ section. This will probably cover you if your trial period does not work out. Good luck with the job.



    The Department operates a fast-tracking system for customers who sign off to take up work for a short period (up to 4 weeks) or to go on a short training course (up to 8 weeks). This ensures that payment is re-instated without delay. It is important that you inform the local office in advance that you are taking up work or training.


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