Family responsibilities take many forms and may include caring for children, older family members, people with disability, and members of extended family networks. UOW values the contribution that parents and carers make to their families and communities and is committed to supporting staff to balance caring responsibilities with work and career commitments.
UOW recognises and values the diversity of family relationships and structures. References to spouses, partners, carers, parents and family members are intended to be inclusive of all families and relationships, including those of people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and other sexuality and gender diverse (LGBTIQ+) identities. The University is committed to ensuring all staff can access the entitlements and support available to them in an equitable and inclusive way.
We offer flexibility and a range of benefits to help you with your family responsibilities. Including:
- Carer's leave
- Parental and surrogacy leave
- Partner's leave
- Keeping in touch program
- Parenting rooms
- Flexible work arrangements, such as part-time work, working from home and job-sharing are supported where possible in line with operational needs
- Lactation breaks
- Childcare centre on campus