Alongside simplifying leave management with ScheduleLeave, we publish practical blogs on managing time off, HR best practices, handling workplace change, and running a small business more effectively.
Unlimited PTO at a Glance Unlimited PTO is exactly what it sounds like: a paid time off policy with no fixed annual cap on the number of days employees can take. Instead of receiving 10, 15, or 20 vacation days per year, employees under an unlimited pto policy can request time off as needed, provided […]
When you wake up feeling too unwell to work, the last thing you want is a complicated process to prove you’re genuinely sick. The good news is that for short-term illness in the UK, you can often handle everything online without visiting a doctor. A self certification form allows employees to confirm their own sickness […]
Leaving a job brings a rush of practicalities—handing over work, collecting your belongings, and crucially, making sure you receive everything you’re owed in your final pay. One question that comes up constantly is whether you’re entitled to payment for those holiday days you never got around to taking. This guide breaks down exactly how unused […]
Few things are more frustrating than having your carefully planned holiday snatched away at the last minute. You’ve booked the flights, reserved the hotel, and mentally checked out of work—only for your employer to tell you that your approved leave is no longer happening. So, can your employer actually do this? The short answer is […]
Features and Enhancements Admin approval enhancements Previously, when admins were also a multi-stage approver, when approving the booking would go straight to approved and skip the multi-stage approval flow. Now, admins can approve leave as part of the multi-stage flow OR skip the workflow and go directly to approved. This means admins can follow the […]
If you’re wondering whether you can claim SSP back as an employer, the short answer is no. The UK government permanently removed the ability for most employers to reclaim statutory sick pay costs in April 2014, fundamentally changing how businesses manage sickness-related expenses. While a temporary rebate scheme existed during COVID-19, this ended in March […]
When employees face health challenges that affect their ability to work, employers have both a legal duty and moral obligation to provide supportive assistance. According to recent statistics, the average UK employee takes 5-6 days of absence annually, with mental health issues accounting for over 12% of long-term absences. In these circumstances, welfare meetings play […]
Understanding your rights to carry over annual leave can make the difference between losing valuable holiday time and maximizing your work life balance. Many employees across the UK remain unclear about when they can carry forward unused leave, how much they’re legally entitled to keep, and what circumstances trigger automatic carry over rights. Changes to […]
A period of notice is the time between when an employee announces their departure and their final working day. It is crucial for maintaining business continuity and allowing employees time to transition. This article will explain the types of notice periods, their legal implications, and best practices for management. Key Takeaways A notice period is […]
When employees start calling in sick more frequently, most managers focus on coverage and productivity. What they’re missing is a critical early warning signal that could predict resignations months in advance. The connection between absence trends and employee turnover represents one of the most overlooked yet powerful predictors of workforce stability—and ignoring it costs organizations […]
