A tough call @smokie08 but sensible.
If they have a good business model they will value their existing employees and make adjustments for their needs (that's actually embedded in the National Employment Standards) It costs a lot more to recruit than it does to offer other staff the options of taking up extra hours when one team member wants some flexibility. Businesses who resist that are usually not good to work for and churn through staff. It's also an indicator of all sorts of other shitty behaviour regarding working hours, penalty rates, safety standards and appropriate pay for what you actually do. It's all about them. You are probably well shot of it.
Having been in a similar situation, I understand how hard it is to make that decision given you will probably need them to provide you with a reference.
You've reentered the workforce which is a huge step. It may take some time to get another job, but you can't let someone work you to death for their benefit, not yours. MXX
