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NEU reps can use this checklist to support new mothers and make your workplace breastfeeding-ready.

The aim of this model policy on breastfeeding women at work is to provide a framework that schools can adopt to secure risk assessment, suitable rest facilities, flexible adjustments and breastfeeding breaks for new mothers at work.

The NEU is calling on all employers to uphold breastfeeding women’s rights at work. Find out what teachers and support staff told us about their experiences of returning to work while still breastfeeding, and how members can work together to improve conditions at work.

A model risk assessment to protect the health and safety of breastfeeding women at work.

A sample notice to your employer that you are still breastfeeding asking for safe and appropriate arrangements at work.

A guide on your rights at work as a breastfeeding mother and recommended actions for you to take to before, during and after your maternity leave.

The Burgundy Book 2023 (National Conditions of Service for Teachers in England and Wales).

NEU model letter for school leaders to issue to staff at the beginning of each academic year in relation to safeguarding and disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Model letter to claim back-pay under the AWR from member to agency.

AWR model letter for you to send to the hirer when you believe you have not been given access to employment vacancies.

Model letter to send to the hirer when you believe you have not been given access to collective facilities.

Model letter to request details of a member’s terms and conditions of employment.