The Trust offers generous family leave and pay to employees. The detail of the family leave schemes can seem quite daunting to begin with, but we have tried to give clear explanations procedures so you can understand the benefits to which you are entitled.
If you are a parent, or are expecting to be a parent, it is really important that you read all the guidance relating to the type of leave you wish to take.
Please see the policies below to cover:
- Maternity Leave
- Shared Parental Leave Policy
- Non-Pregnant Parent Leave (including paternity)
- Leave of Absence (Special Leave) Policy - including time off for dependants, compassionate leave and bereavement, domestic, personal and family reasons, carer's leave, foster carer's leave
- Pregnancy Loss Policy
- Flexible Working Policy
- Neonatal Care and Leave Policy is currently being compiled
Application forms for leave:
- MATF01 - maternity leave application
- PATF01 - paternity leave application
- SHAF02 Schedule time requested for shared parentaql leave
- Shared parental leave application forms