Flexible working
Flexible working can include part-time hours, flexitime, hybrid working, job sharing, compressed hours, and temporary work. Whether you want better work-life balance, need more flexibility around caring responsibilities, or just want to understand your options, our guides explain how flexible working works, your rights, and how to make a flexible working request.
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What is flexible working? Your rights and how it works
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FAQs
What does flexible working mean?
Flexible working is a way of working that suits an employee’s needs, such as having flexible start and finish times, compressed hours, or working from home. Main types include hybrid working, job sharing, part-time, and flexi-time. The aim is to create a better work-life balance.
How do I ask for flexible working?
You can now request flexible working from day one of your employment, thanks to new legislation. Put your request in writing, explain how it can benefit both you and the business, and outline how it could work in practice. Check out our guide on how to ask for flexible working hours for more tips.
Can my employer say no to a flexible working request?
Employers can refuse a flexible working request, but they need a valid business reason, such as costs, impact on performance, or issues reorganising work. They can’t refuse without an explanation. For guidance on your rights, see how to ask for flexible working hours and learn about working hours.