Volunteer Leave

Long serving team members with 3 or more years’ service will be eligible to apply for an unpaid sabbatical leave of a maximum of 2 calendar months to undertake research, further education or travel. Both full-time and part-time employees with the relevant service are potentially eligible. The purpose of sabbatical leave will usually be linked to personal development outside the usual confines of the job, allowing the employee to return to work with new ideas and enhanced skills.

All employees are entitled to 3 days of paid volunteer leave per annual leave year. This time is pro-rated for part time employees. This volunteer leave will be paid and will not affect your annual leave allowance. Your volunteer leave should be used during normal working hours, and you cannot take them in lieu of time volunteered outside of working hours. You will not be able to carry over any outstanding volunteer leave to subsequent years.

Employees are entitled to sick leave as stated in the local labour law. It promotes a healthier workplace by preventing the spread of illness and ensuring employees can prioritize their well-being. For more information please read the Staff Handbook.

Employees are entitled to parental leave as stated in the local labour law. Parental leave allows employees to take essential time off to care for and bond with their new child, whether through birth, adoption, or surrogacy. For more information please read the Staff Handbook