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What is a KIT day for maternity leave?

Your HR Glossary questions, answered

what is a kit day for maternity leave

A KIT (Keeping In Touch) day is allows an employee on maternity leave to work up to 10 days without ending their leave or affecting maternity pay. The purpose of a KIT day is to allow an employee on maternity leave to stay connected with their job, keep up to date with organisational developments, attend training, and/or gradually get ready for the transition back into work.

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