Policy overview
We recognise the needs of employees to have time off from work. We encourage employees to take appropriate rest from work. We will comply with our legal requirements in respect of statutory time off. We will consider all other requests for paid or unpaid leave in line with our policies.
We will develop and maintain working arrangements that enable employees to achieve a work-life balance. This includes ensuring that all our policies recognise:
- key life stages
- life events
- caring responsibilities
Employees are encouraged to use a personal support passport (PSP) to help them discuss and share information about personal circumstances which may impact them at work. This could be:
- medical conditions
- caring responsibilities
- religious observance requirements
- additional working equipment
We recognise the importance of annual leave and other time off in helping employees to achieve this. This policy aims to provide a standard and equitable approach to the management and calculation of leave and time off entitlements for employees.
This policy aligns to the flexible working policy. It helps us to promote a culture that supports flexible working where possible. Employees can request flexible working according to their needs and aspirations in their personal and working lives.
