Policies and procedures

If you want to work flexibly, we offer the following flexible working arrangements. Some options are not available to employees in certain roles, but we aim to be as flexible as we can while making sure the service continues.

• Special Leave – we understand that there may be times when you need time off from work to deal with family emergencies. We have a range of leave options to support you with that. We can also consider periods of unpaid leave, on top of your statutory entitlement to unpaid parental leave. We also offer employment breaks.
• Flexible working – we recognise that employees need flexibility to balance work and personal life. Some roles are eligible for flexible working arrangements, including variable start and finish times, part-time working, compressed hours and home working, provided service needs are being met. Speak to your manager to see what might be possible in your particular role.
• Flexible retirement – changing working patterns, reducing working hours, and changing the duties of a job are popular options for employees working in later life. These changes can benefit you and us. They give you the opportunity to wind down to retirement, while opening up opportunities for recruitment and promotion to other employees.