Policy 2.4.3 Unpaid Sabbatical Leave

2.4.3 Unpaid Sabbatical Leave*

If you have completed at least two years of service you may take an extended period of unpaid leave. LUU will keep your post open and your duties will be covered by a temporary member of staff. You can take between three and twelve months leave. You must give at least three months written notice of your intention to take the leave clearly indicating your intended start date and the duration of the leave. You should be aware that it will not always be possible to grant requests for this leave as there will be certain times when you will not be able to be away from your job.

Once on leave if you wish to return to work early you must give at least six weeks of notice in writing so that LUU can terminate the contract of the temporary staff member with sufficient notice. It may be necessary to refuse early return if it would disrupt the running of the business

During unpaid sabbatical leave your continuity of employment will be maintained.

You are only eligible to take one period of unpaid leave during your employment with LUU. Authorisation is at the discretion of the Chief Executive