Hello Stiltonite7,

                           this is not quite so straightforward as others might suggest,so l appreciate your dilemma.It would be fair to say that by keeping you on fullpay for this period of time goes beyond reasonable,and the lack of contact could signify their good intentions of not wishing to appear to put pressure upon you in your trying circumstance by communicating,Their actions todate are very much suggestive of a caring,concerned,responsible employer which should not be overlooked

There is always a danger in making yourself unemployable by resigning,giving that you now have the issue of health history.There could also be the issue of a future reference which could point to unreasonable attitude to any prospective employer.

l can really understand your feelings after a life challenging illness,making the desire for change of direction a reality. My advice would be to follow this through ,but to return to your employer for a  period of say six months,during which time put all your energies in making yourself a model  employee.This way when the time comes to tender your notice your employer will see will see your leaving as an understandable loss with regret not resentfulness.It will also demonstrate to any future employer of your current fitness ability to work with no issues, and a degree of loyalty and stability.. This time will not be wasted for yourself as it will give you time to assess better your next move,whilst getting back to a full work routine

In short,handing in your notice now will not incur charges,handing in your resignation 6 months on will have personal benefits and rewards.

Its good to read that you are looking to a good future emerging from what has been a difficult period of your life,so l hope your future works out well for you,

                                                                                         David

Hello Stiltonite7,

                           this is not quite so straightforward as others might suggest,so l appreciate your dilemma.It would be fair to say that by keeping you on fullpay for this period of time goes beyond reasonable,and the lack of contact could signify their good intentions of not wishing to appear to put pressure upon you in your trying circumstance by communicating,Their actions todate are very much suggestive of a caring,concerned,responsible employer which should not be overlooked

There is always a danger in making yourself unemployable by resigning,giving that you now have the issue of health history.There could also be the issue of a future reference which could point to unreasonable attitude to any prospective employer.

l can really understand your feelings after a life challenging illness,making the desire for change of direction a reality. My advice would be to follow this through ,but to return to your employer for a  period of say six months,during which time put all your energies in making yourself a model  employee.This way when the time comes to tender your notice your employer will see will see your leaving as an understandable loss with regret not resentfulness.It will also demonstrate to any future employer of your current fitness ability to work with no issues, and a degree of loyalty and stability.. This time will not be wasted for yourself as it will give you time to assess better your next move,whilst getting back to a full work routine

In short,handing in your notice now will not incur charges,handing in your resignation 6 months on will have personal benefits and rewards.

Its good to read that you are looking to a good future emerging from what has been a difficult period of your life,so l hope your future works out well for you,

                                                                                         David