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In a concerning development for Scotland’s workforce, recent data has revealed a significant widening of the gender pay gap, alongside new challenges posed by increased National Insurance contributions for employers. As Scotland’s leading job board, s1jobs examines what these changes mean for both job seekers and employers in our evolving labour market. The Widening Gender […]
In recent Paternity Leave news, Deloitte boldly offered men the same parental leave as women. This decision is a step in the right direction, showing that caring for children is a shared responsibility between parents. Breaking the Tradition: Maternity vs. Paternity Leave For too long, maternity leave has been seen as something only women need. Many people still
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Menopause is a natural phase in every woman’s life, but it’s often surrounded by stigma, especially in the workplace. Many women face symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, and difficulty concentrating, which can make their jobs harder. Yet, menopause is rarely discussed openly at work. This blog will explore how women can navigate menopause in
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Should your out-of-office be funny? Out-of-office (OOO) replies are a simple yet essential part of professional communication. Their main job is to let people know you’re unavailable. Then point them in the right direction if they need help while you’re away. Traditionally, these messages are kept formal and to the point, ensuring that your absence doesn’t
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Office Gossip: Is it Good or Bad? Office gossip refers to informal and speculative conversations about colleagues. Or, even things that may, or may not, have happened at work, but this should never be toxic. It typically involves sharing personal information, rumours, or opinions about others in the workplace, often without them knowing. Workplace studies
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Would a 4-day work week save companies money? The concept of the 4-day work week is when employees work fewer hours for the same pay and benefits. But would a 4-day work week save companies? In a 2022 survey conducted by the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC), 80% of Scottish workers expressed support for a
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What is the ‘Motherhood Penalty’ and how do you fix it? The motherhood penalty, or motherhood tax, describes the negative impact that having a child has on a woman’s earnings over time. With the gender pay gap continuing to decrease in Scotland and continuing to close twice as fast as the rest of the UK,
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This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK. We thought we’d take an opportunity to address mental health at work. With the daily grind, deadlines, and the pressure to perform, it’s easy to sideline our mental well-being. However, ignoring it only leads to burnout and decreased productivity. Here are some helpful tips on
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How many hours can you legally work? A complete working time guide The most working time you are legally allowed in Scotland is 48 hours a week. However, this is on average. This means you can actually work more than 48 hours in one week as long as the average over 17 weeks is less
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Office Romances: How to Navigate Relationships at Work With the amount of time people spend at work, it’s no surprise that office romances can develop when personal and professional boundaries intertwine. Whether it’s the shared laughter during coffee breaks or the subtle glances across the meeting room, workplace relationships are more common than we might
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