Career break policy template

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Our career break policy template equips you with a structured framework for effective use.

5 minute read • 10 February 2025
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Career break policy

1   Overview

1.1   A career break is an extended period of unpaid leave granted to employees who wish to take time away from work for personal reasons, such as travel, study, caring responsibilities, or personal development. This policy outlines the eligibility criteria, application process, and key principles governing career breaks to ensure fairness and consistency across the organisation.

2   Scope

2.1   This policy applies to all eligible employees who meet the criteria outlined below. It ensures that career breaks are granted fairly and consistently, balancing employee needs with business requirements.

3   General Principles

3.1   Eligibility

3.1.1   Career breaks are available to employees with a minimum of [X] years of continuous service.

Employees must have a satisfactory performance record and not be subject to any ongoing

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What is this for?

This Career break policy template aims to offer you a versatile and customisable tool, serving as a solid foundation for your needs. Utilise it to ensure consistency, enhance accuracy, and save valuable time.

Adapt it to suit your unique requirements, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in your HR processes.

career break policy template

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