Good environment and pay, but unstable hours and shifts
Pros
Good environment, good salary, job security, work life balance, friendly staff
Cons
Unstable or irregular hours * Shifts can be inconsistent week to week * You may not always get the number of hours you want * Some weeks can be very busy, others quiet 2. Variable pay depending on location/shift * Pay rates may differ depending on the client site (HSE vs private) * Unsocial hours may not always be as high as expected compared to direct HSE roles 3. Last-minute rota changes * Shifts can be cancelled or changed at short notice * This can affect planning personal life or finances 4. No fixed workplace * You may be moved between different services * Less continuity with service users compared to permanent roles 5. Competition for shifts * High demand staff may get priority for certain shifts * New staff sometimes need time to build up consistent allocations
