#SeptemberStudies- Dealing with employment and education
Dealing with employment and education is much like dealing with socialising and studying; ultimately it all comes down to finding the right balance. While you might tempted by the need/want for money so you can buy all the things you desire, sometimes you have to realise when studying and school is actually more important.
When I was at school, it was recommended that students didn't work more than eight hours a week so as not to affect their studies. This is something I definitely agree with. Eight hours a week could be four hours on a Saturday and four hours on a Sunday or it could be one eight hour shift. I definitely wouldn't try to take on a job that involves you working after school when you *should* be studying and revising etc., but of course that's just my own personal opinion.
A Saturday job is pretty ideal for while you're at school, and then you can always see if there's overtime available for you to do during the half terms and holidays- especially the extended summer holiday you get at the end of year eleven or when you're at uni (someone I know has a six month summer!).
Try to go for a job you might enjoy, too. If you hate the job, it's going to feel like such a chore and you're not going to want to do it. If you're looking at retail, try and get a job in a shop you like and/or would shop in. If it's bar work, try looking for a job in a place you would eat or that you frequent quite regularly. (Tip: Bar, restaurant and cafe work is a great way to earn extra money because tips!)
Of course, you don't have to work at all if you feel it's going to be too stressful to hold down a job and to study for school and exams at the same time. As with most things relating to school, its down to how much you feel you're capable of dealing with as an individual. You might be able to manage more than eight hours, you might not be able to deal with any hours at all. It varies from person to person.
Always remember that, whilst at school, your studies are more important than a job though! You have the rest of your life to work, but not to pass your exam (well...you do, but let's hope you can do it first time!)
Did you/do you have a job while studying? How often did you work? Let me know in the comments below!
Love from,
Florence Grace
When I was in 6th form, I decided not to get a job because I knew I couldn't handle it - I had a lot on - and I wanted to focus on my main priorities - working hard in my subjects, focusing on my extra-curricular activities and trying to get into university.
ReplyDeleteWhen I was at university I decided to get several jobs because I wanted (and needed) extra money and I was sick and tired of being a poor student. However, I worked in casual jobs because I didn't want a job to dominate, my degree was much more important.
Like yourself I agree, don't work more than 8-10 hours a week. Your studies are important.
Chichi
chichi-writes.blogspot.co.uk
Sometimes, in cases of needing more money at uni, a job with a zero hour contract can be handy so that you have the option for turning down shifts! Its definitely a must to make your studies come first!
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