

You wouldn't have to answer difficult questions from a new employer about why you resigned without another job to go to. This could mean you won’t lose income or have to worry about claiming benefits. If you don’t want to find a way to stay in your job, it’s often easier to find a new job before leaving your old one. This will give you useful evidence if you later decide to make a claim against your employer. If you’re thinking about resigning because you’re being treated badly, keep a diary of what’s happening.

You might be able to get your employer to put things right without having to resign. It’s worth thinking about whether you’d want to stay in your job if the problem was solved.

Check if there's another way to solve the problem If you decide to resign, there are steps you should follow to do it properly. However, it’s a big step and it’s important to think about all your options first. You could try to solve the problem a different way or find another job before resigning. Resigning might feel like a good option if you’re being treated badly at work.
