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9th Aug 2017woodworm commented on:
How easy is it really to get a job when you're over 50?I am young in outlook, full of energy, learn quickly, and have a full and active life. I am reasonably intelligent and get on well with people from all walks of life. I have held down very responsible jobs over the years, but now I am unable to gain further employment. Why? Think age has something to do with it. I am sick and tired of constantly sending out my CV (all this information about me just flying round, I hope they delete it after) just to get either no response or a 'thanks but no thanks'. I even got one reply saying that I did not live in the right area. There was no criteria in the ad that said I had to be able to walk to work! I can't give in as I need to be able to work full time in order for myself and husband to be able to manage. My husband has a degerative disease and when he's unable to work, I have to either support us or we have to turn to the State. Would prefer the former rather than the latter.ViewDate:
7th Aug 2017woodworm commented on:
Have you encountered casual ageism?Exactly! And to make matters worse, the jobs that you apply for, the rate of pay is less than I was making 25 years ago! No justice.ViewDate:
7th Aug 2017woodworm commented on:
Have you encountered casual ageism?Know the feeling Spaniel54 - really is not good. I was turned down for one, after being told that I was perfect for the job, had answered all the questions correctly and my command of the English language was excellent (gee, thanks!), because 'I had not told them on my application letter why I wanted to work for the Headmaster & Headmistresses Association'. Um, because I want a job?ViewDate:
7th Aug 2017woodworm commented on:
Have you encountered casual ageism?I am 57 - over the years I have worked, mainly part-time, whilst bringing up children and caring for aged relatives. I have also worked for my husband. At present, I help my husband with his work, and hold down a 2 day part-time job. I now need to find full-time employment, as my husband has a progressive disease which will eventually mean he cannot work at all. Therefore I want to find a job where I can support both of us without having to turn to the state for help. Is anyone interested in me? NO! You don't have to state your age anymore, but they get round this by requiring the dates of when and where you worked. Not rocket science when someone's working life started in the late 70's. I have applied for jobs that go from my 'level' down to menial, no luck. Hmm? Wonder why? ................