Saturday, March 13, 2010

Flexible working - What is it all about?

Would you like to have the opportunity to create a flexible working hours? Maybe reduce the daily commute into work, leaving you more time for other commitments?

Well now you can! But you have to do a bit of ground work first to persuade your employer that it's a great opportunity for both of you. Find out how you can show your employer the benefits of flexible working.

Show your employer the benefits of flexible working

Your employer has a legal right to seriously consider offering you flexible working opportunities if you meet a certain criteria.

Flexible working criterias are;

  • Children with disabilities

  • Those caring for young children

  • Caring for adults who need regular care
Without going into too much detail, there are particular details you must include when requesting an application for flexible working. For example these include,
  • When and why you want to start flexible working
  • What responsiblities you have ( If you are looking after someone in need. State who and your relationship to them)
  • What changes your employer would face
  • If you have made an application before and so on!
If you are stuck on writing an application for flexible working. Download this example flexible working letter to give you an idea. Visit flexible working at working jobs from home for more information.