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Can I leave a nursing job without working the full notice period?
Be aware of the consequences if leaving will put you in breach of contract
Be aware of the consequences if leaving will put you in breach of contract
Picture: iStockYour contract of employment ends on the date agreed with your employer, which will be determined by your notice period.
Leaving before the end of your contract is not something that should be considered lightly.
The costs of leaving your contract: worst-case scenario
A contract is a formal agreement between two parties, in this case, between you and your employer. They agree to pay you for your services and you agree to work a set number of hours undertaking specific duties.
If you leave before the end of the contract, you will be considered to be in breach of contract and your employer
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