Parental leave policy template
Our Parental Leave Policy Template defines entitlements and procedures for employees taking parental leave, promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment for new parents.
- Includes Parental leave policy template + 15-minute call with an expert.
- Instantly download as Word / PDF / plain text, or send by email.
- 12 months’ access, with all updates to this page provided free of charge and notified to you.
- 222 words over 1 page.
- Last updated 03/11/2022.
- UK-specific accuracy. Suitable for use in other territories; check local laws first.
- This Parental leave policy template will SAVE you up to 1 hour drafting & research. Save cost. Reduce risk.
Parental leave policy
1 Overview
1.1 The purpose of this policy is to detail the rules and eligibility concerning Parental Leave.
2 Scope
2.1 This policy is applicable to all employees of [company name].
3 General principles
3.1 An employee who has or expects to have responsibility for a child is entitled to take Parental Leave to care for that child.
Parental leave is unpaid. You’re entitled to 18 weeks’ leave for each child and adopted child, up
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Parental leave policy template
This Parental leave 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.
Practical application of a Parental leave policy template
- Issue the Parental leave policy template during onboarding / after changes / planned refresher.
- Send it to appropriate internal recipients such as employees, workers, contractors etc. and request confirmation that is has been read and understood.
Frequently Asked Questions about a Parental leave policy template
Frequently Asked Questions about a Parental leave policy template
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Can I use this template in my small business?
Yes. The Parental leave policy 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.
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Is the Parental leave policy template compliant with 2026 UK employment law?
Absolutely. 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.
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Can I customise it for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas 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.
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Do I get instant access?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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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 this template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
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Why should I use this, and not AI to generate this template?
The risk of using a free AI-generated template 'without review' includes your legal exposure, missing context, and no awareness of the wider process. Purchasing from us mitigates that risk.
