Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for any manager who is responsible for dealing with employee requests and implementing family friendly working practices. It is also suitable for those who advise or provide administration support to others on how to manage requests.
Course Objectives
This course will help managers to:
- Keep up to date with the latest developments regarding family leave and care
- Follow a clear and structured process to deal with requests
- Assess the impact of an employee’s rights and requests on the business
Example Course Content
Introduction and objectives
Maternity Rights
– Maternity leave
– Maternity pay
– During maternity leave
– Employers and employees responsibilities
– Returning to work
Adoption Rights
– Adoption pay
– Adoption leave
– During adoption leave
– Returning to work
Paternity Leave
– Eligibility to take leave
– Notification requirements
– Paternity leave and pay period
– Returning to work
Parental Leave
– Eligibility to take leave
– Notification requirements
– Paternal leave period
– Returning to work
Time Off For Dependants
– Identifying a dependant
– Types of emergencies
– Duration of time off
– Refusing a request
Flexible Working
– Eligibility to make a request
– The process to follow
– Refusing a request
– Appeals