Should I tell✨

[Pat-rick1]

Ok,nothing to serious but I would like a little feed back ???!!!!

I have a possible job interview tomorrow, should I tell them about my head injury 😏

[Hidden]

Oh that's a difficult one. Yes, they need to know because it could affect how you could handle the job BUT you don't want it to prejudice the interview. I would say you need to play it by ear during the interview. If you do tell them, you need to prepare what you are going to say so that it shows them that, despite the bi, you are a capable, fit person for the job. Maybe you could mentally prepare what you would say to them.

Good luck, hope you get it.

[Pat-rick1 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks exhaustedwife

I'm exited about but kinda nervous 🤢😂

[cat3]

If you don't disclose the injury issue Patrick, it might well show itself at a later date if your fatigue becomes a problem.

You don't need to pile on the negatives, but by outlining the facts you'll probably feel easier in your own mind knowing you haven't been dishonest.

Best of wishes for your interview tomprrow ! xx

[Pat-rick1 in reply to cat3]

Thanks cat,really good advice 😉

[Hidden]

I had my TBI in 1967. When I went for job interviews I found that the interview turned 'cold' on mention of 'Neurosurgery' and/or 'Epilepsy.'

From that time I never disclosed it; if you are eventually asked we have the ace up our sleeves ---- "Sorry, I forgot. Been so long I have no problems."

Good luck with the interview.

[AlexBee]

Hi Pat,

I would be VERY surprised if the interviewer(s) ask about your health during your interview, they're deciding on your suitability to perform the role in question and personally would see it as the remit of the company's HR or occupational health function to follow up with any questions about your health. Was any information requested on the application form?

Alex

[AlexBee in reply to AlexBee]

Further to the above, if you ARE asked to provide details about your health AFTER the interview ( I wouldn't expect a company to go to the effort of requesting, processing and acting on additional information unless they were going to offer you the job, or if you're applying for a job which is dangerous or has very stringent health requirements.) you may need to provide this as part of the contract.

The last thing you want to do is find out that the company have grounds to dismiss you later on if you fail to declare a condition if asked, furthermore, any company benefits such as a healthcare policy will probably require you to declare any pre-existing conditions before you can take them. I've been refused critical illness cover through my company after my neurosurgery due to it arising from a 'pre-existing condition' clause.

[Pat-rick1 in reply to AlexBee]

Hi Alex , I'm just just a little worried as this will be my 4th job in 15 months! The others didn't last because I couldn't handle my fatigue. That's what I'm really worried about I guess ffs. Be positive be positive lala

[AlexBee in reply to Pat-rick1]

I know it limits your options but are you applying for jobs which aren't going to be physically or mentally taxing over sustained periods?

[Hidden]

Hi Patrick,

How did the interview go?

Jan

[gabbycat]

Hi, sorry if this is a late reply but you don't have to disclose at interview about your BI, in fact they are not allowed to ask you. The Equalities Act is very clear on this. If you get to offer stage then you need to decide if you need the company to make reasonable adjustments in order to undertake the role. This is time to disclose, if you wish to. If you don't disclose then you can't claim they failed to make adjustments for you. It's tricky as no-one wants to feel dishonest but you are not acting incorrectly if you delay disclosing.

[Pat-rick1 in reply to gabbycat]

Hi guys the interview was a breeze, I just used my charm, anyway I did tell them about my head injury but played it down , I start a trail shift on Thursday and Friday, thanks for the help guys xxx

[steve55]

pat rick how does your brain injury affect you? are able to work 40 hours a week or can you only do a couple and fatigue sets in and thats you for a couple of days?

i think my friend it would be a very good idea to tell them about your bi and any medication you maybe on.

[Pat-rick1 in reply to steve55]

I have told them Steve , it's part time . Only because of my fatigue !

[Ghost-on-point]

Really upto you. If there is any possibility of a hazard.. Obviously yes but if its fatigue etc it's your choice. I hope you're content what your going for & perhaps some skipping after a successful interview I can skip for you