Hello from a NOOB and a few questions

[Bebob5]

I am now at the stage of just recently being informed I have a job as a PT Postman. Just have to wait for security checks to complete and then being given a start date.

So it's time to say hello to everyone.

I have been looking through this site and found that it has a lot to offer. Hopefully I can repay the good advice in future years. As a newbie I've picked up some good advice, even if some of it is doom and gloom. Can't wait for Park & Loopy and trollies

Just have a couple of questions if you can help

1. There are two starting rates of pay, £8.37 and £8.58. I am on the lower rate What would I expect to be earning after 6 months and 12 months if I get my contract extended.

2. As I am on a 3 month contract I understand that I may have to wait a while before I can order the uniform. Will I have access to a waterproof coat for out great British summer? Otherwsie I'll have to re-use my emergency blackbin bag from outdoor festivals

3. The advice it seems is walk at a speed that you are comfortable with to finish your round. I know at first I will be slower than normal. So I don't want to come across as doing this to get extra money [even tho I do need the money as I am skint ] but if I don't 'cut off' and do the overtime to complete the round, do managers get funny about how much overtime you work/book or is he just grateful the round is completed for the day? You can gather then I will not be coming in early for free. LOL

Thanks

[POSTMAN]

1: £372.10 for full-timers outside of London after 12 months,don't know about 6 months.

2: See you manager,work place coach or your rep.

3: See your work place coach or your rep for local advice,make sure if you do go over that you get paid the extra hrs.

[Bebob5]

Thankyou