Career advice really appreciated - & Vent

[greenkat]

I've never felt so worthless tbh - I had an interview on Wednesday for a part time job until I realized that with Childcare and travel costs it would put us in the negative financially (even with wtc, ect it wouldn't be worth it) so I canceled it. It was for a charity in the area organizing activities for disabled adults and I really wanted it.

I've been thinking about joining the TA in a run up to joining the RAF (hopefully) when the kids are older but I've had inhalers prescribed for asthma in the last 4 years (though it was like 3 years ago) so I can't do that! I'm gutted

I thought about becoming a teacher and even applied but got straight rejected - without interview - I believe because I only have a 2.2 degree where they ask for a 2.1 minimum unless you have a good reason for not getting the grade. I thought I'd give it a shot though anyway as I had my daughter while I was studying at uni and that was hard - But NO.

I don't know what more I can do? I really want to have a solid career - not just work somewhere obscure for the money. I also don't feel I can leave my kids ALL the time - my son's only 1 and my OH works 40+ hours a week. I love spending time with my children but I hate having nothing on my mind and no money!

Sorry - just a vent really. I felt like I was a capable person but my self esteem is starting to get so low

 

[nugget80]

You can be a teacher with a 2:2 but if more people with higher apply they can fill all places with out even looking at your application. My oh got a 2:2 for his degree and he is now an English teacher and head of year 8! Can always try applying again for next year.

 

[nancykepner]

I can understand your frustration. Having children and other personal responsibilities doesn’t mean you can’t have a career too. There are many moms like you who have found working from home extremely satisfying as it allows them to be home with their kids and enjoy a professional life at the same time.

Are you up for spending some time and money into getting trained for such a career? If your answer is yes, then Career Step offers online career courses in flexible fields like medical transcription, medical coding, administrative assistance, and medical admin assistance that can be pursued from home!