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If you have an employee on maternity leave, they can use this model letter template as notification that they will return to work as planned.
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Maternity leave return to work notification
I am writing to you at least 21 days before I exercise my right to return to work to notify you of my intention to return to work following my maternity leave, which began on [insert start date] and ended on [insert end date]. I am excited to return to my position as [insert
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A maternity leave return to work notification letter is a letter from an employee to their employer to inform them of their intention to return to work following a period of maternity leave. The letter usually includes the date they plan to return to work.
In the letter, the employee may also outline any specific requests or arrangements they would like to make in order to facilitate a smooth transition back into their role. For example, they may request to return to work on a part-time basis for the first few weeks or ask for any necessary accommodations related to breastfeeding or childcare.
Overall, the purpose of the letter is to ensure that the employer is aware of the employee's return to work date and any relevant details, and to express the employee's commitment to resuming their role with the company.
Check which resources should be implemeted before and/or after the Maternity leave return to work notification letter template, to understand the workflow.
Our Maternity Leave Return to Work Reminder Letter template streamlines communication, reducing employee confusion and facilitating a smooth transition back to work.
Our Acknowledgement of Intention to Return from Maternity Leave Letter template enables employers to formally recognise employees' return plans, fostering a supportive and organised transition process.
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