Meet the first UK firm to offer term-time only contracts

Working parents are often faced with a tough decision – to choose between their careers, and their children. Although employers and the Government have been paying attention to the lack of support and equality when it comes to working parents, the dilemma remains.

Over half of Millennial fathers would prefer a less stressful job to help more with child-rearing, despite experts warning of a ‘fatherhood penalty’ for those wanting to spend more time with their families. According to the 2017 Modern Families Index, 48% of younger fathers would take a pay cut to achieve a better work-life balance.

One-fifth of fathers said their employer expected no disruption to work when it came to childcare, while 44% admitted lying to their employer about family-related responsibilities that ‘get in the way’ of work.

Perhaps businesses should take inspiration from Glasgow-based Pursuit Marketing, who are the first private sector firm in the UK to introduce term-time only positions. The initiative will see those who take up term-time roles receive all school holidays off and working hours of 9.30am to 2.30pm.