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Flexible working

 

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The way we work is changing. Fixed patterns are giving way to flexible employment, with part-time, flexi-time and job sharing all becoming more common. Why? Because this flexibility has been shown to work for employer and employee alike.

If you are a parent wanting to work flexibly, you need to make a case to your employer. Our relevant factsheets explain the options available, how to change your hours at work, and how to negotiate that change. Our online guide helps you make a decision about balancing your work and life.

Click here to see our factsheets.

Click here to use our online guide to flexible working.

For further guidance on making a case to your manager we also publish the Employee's Guide to Flexible Working, which can be ordered from Working Families.

Click here for a summary.

 

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