Advice and ideas
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How to ask for flex
It's the question we get asked most often. How do you ask for flexibility when applying for a job, without spoiling your chances of getting it? Read our 'best friend's advice'.
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Flexible employers
Wondering where you can apply for a flexible job? A growing number of companies recognise that flex helps to create inclusive, highly motivated teams. Take a look
HOW TO ASK FOR FLEX
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How to ask for flexibility when applying for part-time jobs
When a job is advertised as being part-time or flexible, there’s a knack to negotiating flexibility whilst showing that you’re the best candidate. Here’s how to do it.
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How to ask for flexible working when the advert is unclear
It can be hard to know how and when to ask about flexible working if the job advert is unclear. Here’s some advice on turning vaguely-worded flexibility into a firm offer.
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How to ask for flexibility when applying for full-time jobs
Is it ever possible to get a flexible job offer for a role that isn’t advertised as open to flex? Here are some tips to help you give it your best shot.
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Flexible working advice: “Be honest, and don’t apologise”
Diageo’s flexible working policy is built on mutual trust and openness from day one. Here, Talent Engagement Lead Sally Price shares her tips on the best way to discuss your flexible needs.
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How to negotiate flexibility at job offer stage
Congratulations - you’ve got a job offer! Now is your moment to make your case for part-time or flexible working.
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How to request flexible working from an inflexible manager
Everyone has the right to request flexible working. But not all managers are keen on the idea, and some block requests. Here’s our advice on tackling a flex-sceptic.
LOOKING FOR JOBS
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Finding a flexible job to help you manage ill health
If you suffer from ill health, or are managing a long-term health condition, flexible working co...
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Six things to do if you’re still unemployed
It's common to feel unhappy and deflated when unemployed, so here are some tips on what you can d...
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Is going freelance to get flexibility a good idea?
If you’d like more control over where when and how much you work, going freelance to get flexibil...
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Five questions to ask yourself before applying for a flexible job
It’s easy to get carried away with the idea of a flexible job that looks great on paper. These fi...
CV & INTERVIEW
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How to write a personal statement
Your ‘personal statement’ is a short summary of your key skills and experience. It goes at the to...
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Tackling application forms when you’re a carer
Application forms can sometimes feel daunting – and even more so when you’re trying to decide how...
FLEXIBLE EMPLOYERS
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Could you make the leap to a flexible career as a counsellor?
Heidi Denton shares the questions she asked herself before deciding to retrain as a Couple Counse...
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Job sharing in action: Tips and advice from Lloyds Banking Group
Lloyds Banking Group’s People and Productivity Function are seeing the benefits of embracing job ...
RETURNING TO WORK
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Join our return to work register
Are you interested in finding a return to work programme, to get your career back on track after a break? J...
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Six things to do if you’re still unemployed
It's common to feel unhappy and deflated when unemployed, so here are some tips on what you can do to keep ...
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EY’s flexible approach to recruiting and retaining returning professionals
How EY Reconnect, the firm’s returnship programme, takes a flexible approach to hiring and retaining talent.
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How to get clear on your career direction
Has your career break made you think you might want to come back to a different role or industry? Read our ...
ADVICE FOR CARERS
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Types of flexible working: pros and cons for carers
So what do we actually mean by flexible working? Take a look at our guide to the different types of flexible working and see which arrangement suits you best.
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How the Carers’ Staff Network is breathing new life into flexible working at TfL
Isabel Branco is Chair of the Carers’ Staff Network Group at Transport for London. Together, the network is working to make TfL an even better employer for carers.
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Flexible working at the Royal Free – a view from both sides
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust’s Sutopa Sen is also a carer, and explains how flexible working benefits both the organisation and its caring employees.
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Why Deloitte is a carer-friendly employer
Members of the Deloitte team explain why the firm welcomes carers, how it supports them, and why they believe honesty is the best policy.
INSPIRING STORIES
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Could you make the leap to a flexible career as a counsellor?
Heidi Denton shares the questions she asked herself before deciding to retrain as a Couple Counse...
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Job sharing in action: Tips and advice from Lloyds Banking Group
Lloyds Banking Group’s People and Productivity Function are seeing the benefits of embracing job ...
NEWS
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Why we’re championing real flexibility for social care workers
With the social care crisis creating headlines, Timewise has explored how introducing real flexib...
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Why Diageo is supporting the Timewise Power 50
Leaders of the talent team at Diageo explain why they want to help champion high-flying flexible ...