34.1 The purpose of this Policy is to inform staff of the time off the Company is able to offer during the loss of a relative when they feel unable to work.
34.2 Staff are permitted to take reasonable time off following the loss of a Direct Family Member. A Direct Family Member means spouse, brother, sister, parent or grandparent. The time taken must be discussed with the nursery manager and with Senior Management for managers. Remuneration during this period must be discussed with Senior Management.
34.3 Staff are entitled to paid time off for funerals of Direct Family Members. This will be put into Whosoff as Bereavement Leave. Unpaid leave or annual leave shall be used for attendance at all other funerals.
34.4 When considering “reasonable time off” staff must consider the extra work pressure that will be caused to their staff team.
34.5 Arrangements for attending funerals must be discussed with your nursery manager, or Senior Management for managers.
34.6 Supervision is available if needed in these circumstances.