Calling all mothers!

Maternity leave doesn't mean you should leave your career!

Are you worried about returning to work? Have you put off motherhood for fear of risking your career?

Many companies offer excellent maternity leave, with returning mothers able to work flexibly around home life. Support programmes, workshops and mentoring are recommended to help keep key staff members after they have children. Employees have the statutory right to request flexible working hours after having a baby. This is fantastic news for stay-at-home mums hoping to return to work. However, the employer only has a statutory duty to consider it.

So why not take control of your career and become your own boss?

An article by the Guardian states, many women...have set up businesses at home, to fit in with domestic routines. Self-employment can mean flexibility around such responsibilities as transport and child care. One new mum also said “I think just being back in work would relieve the sense of isolation and also be a confidence booster.”

We offer a range of courses to help you become a self-employed mum. Here are some of our suggestions;