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* Requests for annual leave should be made as early as possible. A general guideline is to give notice at least twice the length of the time you are requesting. For example, if you are requesting one week of leave, provide two weeks' notice.
* Requests for annual leave should be made as early as possible. A general guideline is to give notice at least twice the length of the time you are requesting. For example, if you are requesting one week of leave, provide two weeks' notice.
* All leave requests must be submitted through the AirTable form for approval. Ensure that you have your Line Manager's approval before finalising any holiday plans.
* All leave requests must be submitted through the Airtable form for approval. Ensure that you have your Line Manager's approval before finalising any holiday plans.
* We recommend you do not book any flights/holidays before approval is given. It saves debate later on if leave cannot be granted.
* We recommend you do not book any flights/holidays before approval is given. It saves debate later on if leave cannot be granted.
* When planning your leave, consider the impact on your team and ensure that there is adequate coverage during your absence.
* When planning your leave, consider the impact on your team and ensure that there is adequate coverage during your absence.
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== Carrying Over Leave ==
== Carrying Over Leave ==


* Handcrafted's policy on carrying over unused leave to the next year will be outlined in your contract or discussed with your Line Manager. Generally, any leave not taken within the year may be forfeited unless agreed otherwise.
* You can carry over up to 5 days of annual leave, in discussion with your line manager.


== Different types of leave ==
== Different types of leave ==
In addition to annual leave, which is planned leave that must be requested and approved in advance. The following types of leave may apply.
Please refer to the [[Leave & Absence Policy]] for detail on other types of leave.
 
* Sick Leave: Time off due to illness, following the sickness and absence procedures [<u>https://docs.google.com/document/d/168O9nrSvmCf__vExeLA2mzkOupc7wmOm/edit#heading=h.15phjt5</u>].
* Paternity/Maternity/Adoption Leave: Leave for the birth or adoption of a child, in line with legal entitlements.
* Time Off In Lieu (TOIL): Time off granted for additional hours worked, following the procedures outlined above [<u>https://docs.google.com/document/d/168O9nrSvmCf__vExeLA2mzkOupc7wmOm/edit#bookmark=id.1rf9gpq</u>].
 
Compassionate Leave: Leave granted for personal emergencies, assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Latest revision as of 15:19, 27 July 2026


At Handcrafted, you are entitled to take annual leave as part of your employment contract. Here you will find guidelines for requesting and managing annual leave:

Leave Entitlement

  • As a Handcrafted staff member, you are entitled to a specified number of days of annual leave per year as outlined in your contract. This is usually 25 days per year (pro-rata for part-time employees) plus the eight statutory bank holidays.
  • The holiday year begins on your employment start date.

Requesting Annual Leave

  • Requests for annual leave should be made as early as possible. A general guideline is to give notice at least twice the length of the time you are requesting. For example, if you are requesting one week of leave, provide two weeks' notice.
  • All leave requests must be submitted through the Airtable form for approval. Ensure that you have your Line Manager's approval before finalising any holiday plans.
  • We recommend you do not book any flights/holidays before approval is given. It saves debate later on if leave cannot be granted.
  • When planning your leave, consider the impact on your team and ensure that there is adequate coverage during your absence.
  • It is advisable to discuss your plans with your team and Line Manager well in advance to avoid any disruptions.

Carrying Over Leave

  • You can carry over up to 5 days of annual leave, in discussion with your line manager.

Different types of leave

Please refer to the Leave & Absence Policy for detail on other types of leave.