Maternity and parental leave, returning to work and flexible work options
The AEU has campaigned long and hard for paid parental leave, job security during family leave, and the right to flexible working arrangements when returning to work.
This page will help you know your rights and find out about the support that is available to AEU women members as you go through these life changing events!
Having a baby
What AEU members need to know about their rights when having a baby, including your entitlements and eligibility, taking family leave, potential problems, and AEU membership.» more...
What AEU members need to know about their rights when having a baby, including your entitlements and eligibility, taking family leave, potential problems, and AEU membership.» more...
Flexible work options
Educators with family responsibilities have the right to ask for working arrangements that meet their needs. Advice and support are available from the AEU (including an annual AEU seminar) and the Education Department.» more...
Educators with family responsibilities have the right to ask for working arrangements that meet their needs. Advice and support are available from the AEU (including an annual AEU seminar) and the Education Department.» more...
Paid parental leave (PPL) - federal scheme
The Australian Government introduced Australia's first national paid parental leave scheme on January 1, 2011. Full details here.» more...
The Australian Government introduced Australia's first national paid parental leave scheme on January 1, 2011. Full details here.» more...
Part-time work after family leave
Members have the right to request part-time or flexible work arragements after returning from maternity or paternity leave. This advice sheet helps you negotiate your return to work.» more...
Members have the right to request part-time or flexible work arragements after returning from maternity or paternity leave. This advice sheet helps you negotiate your return to work.» more...




