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Our new maternity policy A
t Barratt, we know that a diverse team means a stronger business, is better for our customers, and makes us a more attractive employer, which is why we’re committed to diversity and inclusion. In line with this commitment, we’ve undertaken a review of a number of our family friendly policies starting with our Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Joint Parental Leave Policy. The review follows on from your feedback in last year’s Employee Engagement Survey, and more recently, our Diversity and Inclusion Survey, which emphasised that that you’d welcome improved benefits as part of our family related policies. As a result of your feedback, and the review, we have now made a number of important changes to our Maternity, Paternity, Adoption and Joint Parental Leave Policy. Our new maternity/adoption or shared parental leave policy now includes the option to take Enhanced Company Pay, which will increase the current statutory minimum to 18 weeks basic pay (followed by 21 weeks statutory pay). And our paternity policy has been updated to include Enhanced Company Pay of two weeks basic pay, and increase from the statutory minimum previously offered.
David Thomas, Group Chief Executive, said: “We value our people, and by updating our family friendly policies, we hope to create an environment where all employees are in a position to reach their potential, and contribute to our future success. “I’m delighted to support these policy changes which demonstrate our continued commitment to ensuring Barratt is a great place to work with an open and honest culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.”
Paula Chamberlain, Senior Sales Manager, Yorkshire West said: I have recently returned to work from a period of maternity leave. This new policy will offer additional financial support, and as a new mum that is one less thing to worry about! For Barratt to recognise the importance of reviewing this policy and making the change is appreciated. The enhanced maternity benefit offers more flexibility and support for those colleagues looking to balance family commitments and a career.
OUR NEW MATERNITY POLICY
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