Parental leave
Find out about the different types of leave you can take as a parent or carer. Learn about the support you can get and conditions you need to meet while on leave and if you decide to return to work or not.
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Taking parental leave
As well as maternity and paternity leave, there are other leave options for eligible parents and carers. You may be able to get parental leave payments from the government.
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Going back to work after your parental leave ends
Find information about returning to work, breaks for breastfeeding, and how to get help with childcare and other costs when you’re back in work.
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Not returning to your job from parental leave
You can decide to leave your job and resign at any time while you’re on parental leave. You just need to give the correct notice and it may affect any holiday pay you’re due.