Balancing work and caring responsibilities can be difficult at times, but Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê and the Ear Institute can help! In this section, you will find key information related to work-life balance, family/childcare matters and some links to external resources and key Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê policies.
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Pregnancy and leave
- Everything you need to know and FAQs about Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê policies regarding maternity, paternity, adoption, and parental leave can be found at the and the
- Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê maternity leave calculator
Returning to work
- The Ear Institute Wellbeing and Breastfeeding room: Located on the 1st floor of the administrative staff building, it is available at any time for anyone who might need a quiet and private space for breastfeeding or for taking a bit of ‘time off’. The room is normally locked, so please contact Elena Bedisti (e.Bedisti@ucl.ac.uk, ext 28910) or Khuram Ayaz (k.ayaz@ucl.ac.uk, ext 28912 or 07770 853087) to collect the key
- The Ear Institute Conference Fund: This fund can be used to help parents or carers to cover their childcare/care costs whilst attending a conference. To apply, download and fill in the EI Conference Fund form and return to your line manager.
- Download the EI Conference Fund form (.docx)
- , provided by Care first, can offer independent and confidential advice and support on a whole range of family and work related matters