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Section : Develop a policy
Domain : Human Resource Management
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This chunk is part of the section on "Using best practice to support flexible working arrangements," which outlines the importance of documenting and reviewing flexible work agreements to ensure they meet the needs of both employees and employers. It emphasizes the need for clear communication and understanding of individual employee needs regarding flexibility.
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- Detail how you will record the arrangement. Once an agreement on flexible working arrangements is reached, it should be recorded. This can be in a formal document or a simple email. Key things to record include:
- -what the agreed change in working arrangements are
- -how long it's intended to go for (ongoing, or a fixed period)
- -when it will be reviewed
- -the process for dealing with any future changes.
- Explain how you will monitor and review the arrangement. Changes to working arrangements can sometimes have unanticipated effects. It's useful to monitor the arrangement and plan a review to make sure the new arrangement is working for everyone. This lets both parties raise any concerns and make any necessary adjustments. PRACTICAL TIP: Avoid assuming what your employee wants or needs. Seek to better understand what flexibility means to individual employees, as this means different things to different employees. If an employee asks for flexible work, talk to them to explore their needs and suitable options. This will help you make sure that both their interests and the needs of your business are being considered. www.fairwork.gov.au | Fair Work Infoline: 13 13 94 | ABN: 43 884 188 232
- What are the key elements that should be recorded when an agreement on flexible working arrangements is reached?
- How should the duration of the flexible working arrangement be documented?
- Why is it important to monitor and review flexible working arrangements?
- What potential effects can changes to working arrangements have, according to the text?
- What should be done if an employee requests flexible work?
- How can understanding individual employee needs regarding flexibility benefit both the employee and the business?
- What is the recommended process for dealing with future changes to working arrangements?
- What is the significance of having a review date for the flexible working arrangement?
- In what ways can both parties raise concerns about the new working arrangement?
- What practical tip is provided to avoid assumptions about employee needs?