Maternity support
- Individuals seeking information on maternity policies, maternity leave, risk assessments for expectant and returning mothers and for general support and guidance can contact Kathleen Pickett or Marita Walsh.
- Expectant mothers will need to complete a 'Risk Assessment for New and Expectant Parents at Work'. Completed forms should be returned to safety@ch.cam.ac.uk.
- Further details can be found under University HR policies.
Returning from maternity leave
- Employees returning from maternity leave are asked to complete a Chris/61 form and return this to Kathleen Pickett giving 8 weeks' notice of their return.
- All returning mothers should complete a further 'Risk Assessment for New and Expectant Parents at Work' and completed forms should be returned to safety@ch.cam.ac.uk.
- The Departmental first aid room, located in the BMS foyer, is available for breastfeeding and to express and store milk. Please contact Kathleen Pickett or Reception to request access. Baby changing facilities are available in the ground floor disabled toilet.
- Families@chem details additional departmental family friendly support.