What leave am I entitled to following the bereavement of an immediate family member?
Answer
Leave with pay for three days, which may be extended in cases of special hardship up to a maximum of six days (pro rata for part-time employees). This leave should not normally extend beyond the day of the funeral unless this takes place away from your usual place of work.
Please see Compassionate Leave for further information.
The University provides access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, which includes access to immediate emotional support and session based counselling, stress management support as well as support for families. This service can be accessed by calling 0800 1116 387 or email: helpline.wellness@vhg.co.uk. There is also further information on EAP on the Staff Wellbeing webpages (Employee Assistance Programme | Lancaster University) which also provides guidance on the first steps of making the call (First Steps - Making The Call | Lancaster University).