Work with us: family friendly working

Dependency leave

This allows staff to take time off for the urgent care of a dependant (eg children, elderly relatives, partner). The amount of leave is determined according to need and in consultation with the Line Manager.

Urgent private business

In consultation with the relevant Line Manager up to four days in any one leave year may be taken to attend to business that cannot be planned for.

Compassionate leave

When a member of staff needs to take more time off for reasons of serious family illness or bereavement, Oxfam will normally pay for up to ten working days’ absence. Each case will be considered by the relevant Line Manager.

Partner leave

Staff whose recognised partner is pregnant, or whose partner is adopting a child under the age of 18, (and who are not claiming adoption leave) are entitled to up to two weeks' paid leave.

Maternity leave and pay

Maternity entitlement depends on length of service.

Adoption leave and pay

Eligible staff may take paid leave when a child under the age of 18 is newly placed with them for adoption.

Job sharing

Oxfam is prepared to consider proposals from staff and management for job sharing where appropriate in accordance with the criteria set out in the Policy and Procedures Manual.

Flexible working hours

Where the nature of the work allows, flexible working hours can be agreed by the individual with their Department Head. For office staff, a ‘core time’ is usually required between 10.00am and 4.00pm.