Resignation Letter

[JoCannon]

What are the protocol for writing a resignation letter, what you you need to include.

Any hints would be really appreciated.

[Loosehead]

Just don't burn any bridges. Be short and sweet:

Dear Boss,

I hereby give notice of my resignation, my working day here will be (take account of hols etc). I have enjoyed my time here but I now must seek further challenges.

Yours Faithfully

F. Bloggs

[Loosehead]

That should read "My last working day here"

[Harry Nuttal]

Loosehead had it right. Don't go out of your way to get up their noses. You never know; believe me. You could probably let them work out when your last day would be. If you are on a month's notice (say) all you need to do is to make it clear that your resignation is effective from the date of your letter.

[teag1rl]

If you are working for a council though, and going to another one, and say you work mon to fri, and were starting a new job on the next mon, your last day would be the sunday under 'continuous employment' this probably only matters if you have a pension with them though.

Hope this doesn't confuse-if you don't work for a council it's just the ramblings of a mad woman!

[Steve_Luts]

Hi Jo,

Some good tips here on the bbc website.

Cheers, Steve

PS I've said nothing to the Caversham postie!!! ;-))

[JoCannon]

Thanks Steve..... I am going to get writing tonight!!

Reading had better beware as I celebrate over the weekend!