AcreCryPious

Just as an aside to this, your college may have policies about working during college hours as this should be used for independent study towards your courses. The 6th form I worked for wouldn't allow part time jobs during school hours for precisely this reason.

Can i post a tracked 48 letter in the new Royal Mail post boxes and get tracking etc?

Posted by Separate-Mortgage-19@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 13 comments

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You can scan using the app for proof of postage.

How to move out of teaching?

Posted by Kind_Cost_3961@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 18 comments

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I found mine through the skills bootcamp website. https://www.skillsforcareers.education.gov.uk/pages/training-choice/skills-bootcamp This was a couple of years ago though so I don't know what the offering is now I'm afraid.

Should I go on the drink with my parents?

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Your parents fun night doesn't seem like it's yours so why force it.

How to move out of teaching?

Posted by Kind_Cost_3961@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 18 comments

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I did a government funded level 3 in project management and then moved into that. Might be worth looking into what courses are available

Do you do presents at Christmas?

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Yep, we do this too, saves having to try and buy loads for family and you know that what you get is actually wanted.

What’s / who’s the way to send parcel abroad?

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Parcel2go is always my go to for posting parcels abroad.

Have a job interview but can't find much about the company - is this a bad sign?

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No online presence at all seems super sketchy to me, just make sure you don't give them any money for attending the interview...

A question for any ex-teachers out there - what job do you do now?

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This was my pivot out of teaching as well, 2 years out, got my APM PMQ and am eyeing up some IT project management roles

Is it worth going to the GP for mental health reasons?

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This mirrors me pretty well, thought I was holding it all together, reduced to a complete mess by just having a medical professional to speak to for 5 mins, meds and some Talking Therapies helped. OP, speak to your GP.

UK WhatsApp etiquette: Are there rules of engagement you expect people to follow in group chats?

Posted by According_Sundae_917@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 38 comments

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I have never thought about it as much as you I'm afraid. I'm not really that bothered by how people interact with groups, if it's too annoying to me I just mute the group and dip in and out of it when I can be arsed.

Does socks over shoes work for icy path?

Posted by Sure-Broccoli-4944@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 37 comments

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Gotta stack those foot based buffs.

New Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser - do I buy it or some alternative?

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Use ours all the time, kids (and me) love it. Makes lovely foamed milk for cappuccino as well which is nice.

Why do I get 50% ET in exams?

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Ask your senco, they will have the answer to your question. There could be a number of reasons.

What should i wear indoors next summer?

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Mankini, bonus points for sorting out the pant spiders

Can I change career without feeling like a failure?

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I changed careers into teaching at 30 and then out of teaching into project management mid 40s. There's always time to change. I don't feel like a failure at all.

Will you miss Ellen DeGeneres when she moves back to California?

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What a fucking stupid question.

Are managers legally allowed to ask if you are in a union?

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They can ask, you can choose not to answer.

What are nostalgic UK stocking stuffers?

Posted by Financial-Newt-7850@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 82 comments

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A satsuma at the bottom that one of your sisters stands on and squashes inside the stocking plus some chocolate coins.

Does Lemon Lime & Bitters exist in the UK ?

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It's just lemonade, lime cordial and bitters. I would expect most pubs to have that combination, though you may have to explain it.

Is it possible to do your own BIAB at home?

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This was my reference point, I was about to give some pointers then realised it was something to do with nails and I was totally lost...

How do you make extra money?

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I think the only stipulation is that you make the stuff yourself. Other than that you just register, list and hopefully people buy what you're making.

How do you make extra money?

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Tutoring and an Etsy shop for me, although tutoring after a full day of work is starting to sap me a touch.

Why does the UK seem to have such a bad reputation?

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Everything was better in the old days, I was a kid then and didn't have the crushing weight of adult expectations 😁

Are heated airers worth it?

Posted by Anxious-Intern1167@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 88 comments

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We've got one with a cover, it's great for drying clothes quickly in the winter. Bonus points for the blast of steamy air I get when I open it up

Is replying to a message with "K" is rude?

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Dear God, it's like he's responding to me now 😁

Is replying to a message with "K" is rude?

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Yeah, this would deffo be a conversation to have with him if he does!

Is replying to a message with "K" is rude?

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I do prefer it over "ye" though, that really boils my piss for some reason.

Is replying to a message with "K" is rude?

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This is the exact response I get from my 11 year old son when I ask him to do something it's just a shortened version of ok though so it doesn't bother me. Sometimes he gives me a double k.

Who can afford to have their heating on at 18 degrees?!

Posted by lurker_lurkinghere@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 51 comments

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Ours is set to 18 with the occasional boost. It keeps our house warm and I don't need to have it on all day. Have you checked all your insulation is up to scratch?

How long should I give new varifocals before going back to optician?

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I only had one eye that was wrong and needed adjusting so I had one correct and the other wasn't, made everything extra challenging trying to get used to them.

How long should I give new varifocals before going back to optician?

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I went back after 3 months with my first set, turns out they'd got the distance prescription wrong hence me not actually getting used to them. Was better after that but I've since binned them off altogether after a year as I've decided they're not for me.

Why do different schools have different coloured uniforms?

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Because they're all different schools. This is like asking why are jumpers different colours.

What am I missing about the iPhone 17?

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I mean it's a phone that costs £800 if bought as a stand alone phone so it's a pretty generous gift.

How did people with children commute & do full time office jobs in the past?

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You say that, but my boy who is now 11 has been getting himself home from school and letting himself in until I finish work for a couple of years now.

Is Mitchum deodorant safe to use again?

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I hadn't even realized there had been an issue, been using it with no problems.

Suggestions for more simple Xbox games?

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Got as far as the massive spider in Limbo about 3 minutes in and noped out of that one.

Why don't we use vacuum tube technology more in the UK?

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How high are you right now?

Let's hope I don't start a viral craze during winter 2025. Where can I go on holiday where there is garunteed snow?

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Anywhere there is a ski resort, also budget is always important, you've not given any idea what yours is.

What are some screws not cross head?

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Probably cheaper to cut a single line into thousands of screws than a Phillips cross.

Food delivery mystery. Anyone know the answer why couriers won't ring my bell?

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How can anyone possibly answer this? We're not all the delivery drivers who come to your house.

Kids first bike. Hi looking for advice regarding buying my sons first bike. Which option should we go for?

Posted by Wooden_Dentist1674@reddit | AskUK | View on Reddit | 35 comments

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Take them to Halfords and get them to sit on the bikes there to work out sizing, then second hand is the way forward unless you want to buy new.

How much should a composite front door cost?

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Our composite door plus one surround and new door for the utilities cost around £2500 if that helps at all. They're not cheap!

Holiday app shows 11.15 hours left, I work 7.5-hour days and only book full days. Why?

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11.15 hours is equivalent to 1 and a half days leave based on 7.5 hour days

What happens if you miss an exam in the uk?

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As long as you arrive before the end of the exam then there shouldn't be an issue with you sitting the exam, just let the school know about it.