Whether you have just had your first baby or are the proud parents of teenagers, 51³Ô¹ÏÍø provides advice and suport for all parents to help you make the most of both your time at work and at home.

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In this section you can find information for parents with children of any age, including opportunities to network with other parents.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø College also has a number of Family Friendly Policies that you should be aware of.

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Family Leave Policies

51³Ô¹ÏÍø recognises the demands of family life and is committed to supporting members of staff to obtain a good work life balance. With this in mind, our family leave guidance has been designed to support both staff and managers by guiding them through the procedures for the various family leave types, covering what needs to be considered and the steps that need to be completed. All family leave policies apply to staff irrespective of gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, biological sex or if you are transitioning.

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Tax-Free Childcare

The Government’s Tax-Free Childcare scheme is available to all eligible College employees. Please see below for further details.

Following the introduction of Tax-Free Childcare, childcare voucher schemes have been closed to new entrants. Therefore, the College’s childcare vouchers scheme is now only available to those currently in the scheme, subject to their continuing eligibility.

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Carers' Network

Guidance and support for all staff who identify as carers or have an interest in balancing work with caring responsibilities (link to be confirmed soon).

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Flexible Working

All staff at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø can request a flexible working arrangement. If you feel that you would benefit from flexible working you can either make an informal request to your line manager or apply formally under the flexible working policy.

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Useful information for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Parents

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Parental Leave

Can I take additional leave to care for my child?

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Campus Facilities

What facilities are there for parents on campus?
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Parents Network informal meetings

How can I connect informally with other parents at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø?
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Special Leave

What emergency leave is available to me?

Useful Links

Useful Links

Where can I find more information?
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New to the UK?

What do I need to know as a parent living in the UK?