A view from the High Level Bridge, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne

The view I get every day walking to work.

New Job

Yes, it's been a while since I've posted here. No, I won't leave it as long next time.

Started my new job working for the Care Quality Commission last week (the new regulator for social care services in the UK). It's interesting work, although there's obviously a lot to take in and it's very early days.

It's nice to be able to put down some proper roots and get my teeth into a role without worrying when it'll end. It's only with the agency for 12 weeks, moving to permanent right after. I've been advised that this isn't even some kind of probation, it's simply the arrangement that the deal was done under. I'm not complaining, as the weekly pay of the agency works better for me in this 'pull out of the financial nosedive' period I'm currently in.

It's a lovely office building, the people seem really nice and the pay and benefits are more than decent. It's also very easy to get to by bus, and the fact that I can commute under my own steam has obviously delighted Sharon as she no longer has to come and pick me up or take me in anymore.

I'll try to ensure that I update this more regularly. Damn Facebook for diverting me from my one true expressive stream!