Maternity leave notification letter template

Name: Maternity leave notification letter template | May 26
Brand: HRDocBox
SKU: HRDBOX-151
Price: 7.9 GBP
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[Sender name]

[Sender address]

[date]

[Recipient name]

[Recipient address]

Dear [Recipient first name],

Maternity leave notification

This is to inform you that I am pregnant and wish to take maternity leave. I enclose a medical/ maternity certificate dated [date]

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A maternity leave notification letter is a formal written document that is sent by an employee to their employer to inform them of their intention to take time off work due to pregnancy or childbirth. The letter usually outlines the dates of the intended leave, as well as any relevant details regarding the employee's entitlement to maternity leave, including the length of the leave and any applicable policies or procedures that must be followed.

Employers will require their employees to provide notice of their intention to take maternity leave in advance of the expected due date, in order to ensure that adequate arrangements can be made to cover the employee's absence and to comply with any applicable legal requirements.

The Maternity leave notification letter template should be actioned / delivered in the uk, the employee is required to provide their employer with written notification of their pregnancy no later than the 15th week before the expected week of childbirth. .

It is sent / delivered by an employee to an employer / HR team.

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Maternity leave and pay policy

Our Maternity Leave and Pay Policy Template outlines the company's provisions for maternity leave, pay entitlements, and return-to-work arrangements, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and supporting expectant mothers throughout their pregnancy and beyond.

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Maternity leave notification letter

Maternity leave acknowledgement (eligible for maternity pay) letter

If an employee has notified you that they intend to take maternity leave, issue this model letter template as acknowledgement, and to inform them that they are eligible for Maternity Pay.

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Compliance

This Maternity leave notification letter template incorporates relevant UK laws and HR standards, including those listed below:

Here are some UK employment legislations that support an employer responding to a maternity leave notification:

The Employment Rights Act 1996: This legislation gives employees the right to take up to 52 weeks of maternity leave, and requires employers to respond to a maternity leave notification within 28 days, confirming the employee's entitlements to leave and pay.
The Equality Act 2010: This legislation prohibits discrimination against pregnant employees, and requires employers to treat them in the same way as other employees in terms of their entitlement to leave, pay, and other benefits.
The Maternity and Parental Leave etc. Regulations 1999: These regulations set out the specific entitlements of employees to maternity leave and pay, and require employers to respond to a maternity leave notification within a specified time period.
The Part-time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000: These regulations prohibit employers from treating part-time employees less favourably than full-time employees in relation to their entitlements to maternity leave and pay.
The Working Time Regulations 1998: These regulations set out the maximum number of hours that an employee can work in a week, and require employers to ensure that employees taking maternity leave are not required to work during this period.
The Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006: These regulations prohibit age discrimination in relation to maternity leave and pay, and require employers to treat employees of different ages equally in this regard.

It is important for employers to be aware of their legal obligations and to respond promptly and appropriately to any maternity leave notifications they receive. Failure to do so may result in legal action being taken against them.

UK employment law guidance for Maternity leave notification letter template

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this in my small business?

Yes. The Maternity leave notification letter template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.

Is it compliant with 2026 UK employment law?

Absolutely. As with the Maternity leave notification letter template, all of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.

Can I customise it for my organisation?

Yes, we highlight the areas of the Maternity leave notification letter template that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.

Do I get instant access to it?

Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Maternity leave notification letter template instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.

What if I need more help, not just this template?

If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the Maternity leave notification letter template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.

Why should I use this Maternity leave notification letter template, and not AI to generate it?

The risk of using a free AI-generated template 'without review' includes your legal exposure, missing context, and no awareness of the wider process, whereas purchasing the Maternity leave notification letter template from us mitigates that risk.