Shared Parental Leave - Process Guide for Headteachers - March 2026

Key Reminders

•    14 days to respond to a Booking Notice.
•    Continuous leave must be approved.
•    Discontinuous leave can be negotiated or refused.
•    Employee allowed max 3 booking/variation notices.
•    SPLIT days are optional and by agreement only.
•    Absence Team must always issue written confirmation/head will be copied in.