Neonatal Care Leave Policy Download

The purpose of this Neonatal Care Leave Policy is to set out the arrangements for neonatal care leave, which is intended to help employees whose baby requires specialist neonatal care after birth. It outlines eligibility criteria, duration of leave, procedures for requesting leave, and benefits continuity during the absence. Designed for easy integration into your organisation’s HR toolkit, this downloadable policy ensures compliance with applicable UK employment laws* while supporting employee well-being during critical family medical situations.

This template was created by Keeley Baigent of KSABLaw and is intended to assist HR professionals in understanding and implementing current UK employment practices (Date created April 2025).

The download consists of a zipped file containing a PDF plus an editable Word document of the policy. This neonatal policy is for internal use only. Please do not copy, share, or distribute this document outside of our organisation. It contains sensitive information meant only for approved staff.

*Legal Disclaimer for HR Professionals:
This neonatal care leave policy template is provided to assist HR professionals in understanding and implementing current (April 2025) UK employment practices. It does not constitute legal advice or guarantee compliance with employment legislation. HR professionals should seek independent legal guidance to ensure that any adaptations or implementations of this policy meet their organisation’s specific legal obligations. Use of this document is at your own risk, and the publisher accepts no liability for any errors, omissions, or outcomes resulting from its use.