Get Printable Filable 1 Week Notice Form

What to Include? Advise the employer for the final date of work. Advise the employer of the reason the employee is resigning. Advise the employer details surrounding what is considered a short resignation notice. The notice should maintain a gracious tone. Provide the employer with a thank you for the position and time.

You must give at least a week's notice if you've been in your job for more than a month. Your contract will tell you whether you need to give notice in writing - otherwise you can do it verbally. Give written notice if you think you'll need to refer to it later, for example at an employment tribunal.

Be direct and provide the exact date of your last day of employment. Maintain a professional tone and thank your supervisor for the opportunities provided. You can even thank them for specific skills they taught you or impactful moments you've experienced in this job.

State that you're intending to leave your position and write the date of your last day of employment, which is one week from the day you give your notice. For clarity and consistency, consider writing the date you're submitting the letter on the document as well.

Despite work etiquette and standards, no laws require employees to give any notice whatsoever – let alone two weeks – before quitting. While breached contracts may impact compensation or trigger a lawsuit, there aren't any legal protections for employers when employees decide to leave.

If you know you want to quit, without question, then it's often best to stick it out for two weeks when possible. However, there are instances where remaining for two weeks, or even one week, might not be in your best interest and, in some instances, could cause more harm than good to your well-being.