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UKRI Work+Family Space
UKRI has made a commitment to helping its employees manage their care responsibilities by partnering with Work+Family Solutions.
As an employee of UKRI you may use up to 3 free sessions of backup care per year. The sessions can be used for emergencies when your usual care arrangements break down, across the services Emergency Childcare, School Holiday Cover, and Backup Adult & Eldercare.**Please note that Virtual Clubs are not subsidised by UKRI. They are available as a care option, however use must be self-funded by employees.**Please refer to the UKRI Guidance on booking emergency care before proceeding with your request. This can be found on The Source under the Employee Benefits page.
Work+Family Space is also fantastic destination for updates, advice, and emotional & practical support in managing your day-to-day life as a working parent or carer.
So please explore all your services and resources below.
Emergency Childcare
1 session booked is equal to 1 day at a nursery, up to 10 hours at a childminder or up to 5 hours of an emergency nanny.
School Holiday Cover
1 session booked is equal to 1 day at a holiday club, including any extras.
Backup Adult & Eldercare
1 session booked is equal to up 5 hours of a carer.
Please note
The UKRI contribution to your costs will clearly be shown on the final booking step. You can choose to book without the subsidy, if it is for personal reasons.
To make use of the subsidy, you must book care through the website and not directly with a care provider.