Employers

Employing working parents can have several benefits for your organization, including a diverse and talented workforce, increased loyalty, and a positive reputation in the community.

However, it’s important to be mindful of the challenges that working parents may face and to provide support and resources to help them balance their work and family responsibilities.

Here are some tips on how to support working parents in the workplace

1. Offer flexible work arrangements

Consider offering flexible work arrangements, such as telecommuting or flexible hours, to help working parents manage their work and family responsibilities. This can help them be more productive and engaged at work while also being able to attend to their family needs.

2. Provide family-friendly benefits

Offer family-friendly benefits such as expanded paid parental leave, help towards childcare costs and flexible working hours. These benefits can help working parents feel supported and valued by their employer.

3. Communicate regularly

Regular communication with working parents can help them feel supported and stay informed about company policies and benefits. Make sure to provide regular feedback and recognize their contributions to the organisation.

4. Be understanding

Be understanding of the challenges that working parents may face, such as unexpected childcare issues or scheduling conflicts. Work with them to find solutions that work for both the employee and the organization.

5. Provide resources

Provide resources and support to help working parents balance their work and family responsibilities, such as parenting classes, wellness programs, and employee assistance programs.

Employers

Employing working parents can have several benefits for your organization, including a diverse and talented workforce, increased loyalty, and a positive reputation in the community.

However, it’s important to be mindful of the challenges that working parents may face and to provide support and resources to help them balance their work and family responsibilities.

Here are some tips on how to support working parents in the workplace

1. Offer flexible work arrangements

2. Provide family-friendly benefits

3. Communicate regularly

4. Be understanding

5. Provide resources

Resources

Managing Maternity Leave

Guide to maternity leave & pay

Paternity Leave & Pay

Adoption Pay & Leave

Shared Parental Leave

Mental Health

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