Parental Bereavement Leave Policy

Support employees through one of life's most difficult experiences with a professionally written Parental Bereavement Leave Policy.

The loss of a child is an incredibly distressing event, and employers have a responsibility to provide appropriate support while ensuring employees can access their statutory rights. This policy sets out a clear framework for managing Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay, helping employers handle these sensitive situations with compassion, consistency and compliance.

Covering eligibility, statutory parental bereavement leave, statutory parental bereavement pay, notification requirements and return-to-work arrangements, the policy provides practical guidance for both employers and employees.

What's included?

• Instant digital download

• Professionally written Parental Bereavement Leave Policy

• Suitable for businesses of all sizes

• Covers statutory parental bereavement leave and pay provisions

• Clear guidance for employers and employees

• Ready to use immediately

Why download this policy?

• Save time creating policies from scratch

• Ensure employees can access their statutory entitlements

• Support managers in handling sensitive situations appropriately

• Promote a compassionate and consistent approach across the organisation

• Written in line with UK employment legislation

• Updated to reflect employment law requirements and statutory entitlements in force during 2026

Ideal for organisations looking to provide clear guidance and meaningful support to employees following the loss of a child while maintaining compliance with current employment legislation.