Examples of flexible working in practice

The examples shown below show just how adaptable flexible working can be. They are based on careful research into the working patterns of employees enjoying a variety of flexi time arrangements.

Take a look at the flexi time examples below:

Sylvester works 37.5 hours a week in an office.

Saira works 35 hours a week in an office. She is also studying for a work-related qualification. 

Solomon works 28 hours a week.  His work,  which is home-based, involves computer research.  

Samantha works 18.5 hours a week in a job share. She works mainly from an office but also off-site visiting clients.  Sometimes she has evening or weekend meetings.

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Sylvester - full-time office worker

Sylvester works 37.5 hours a week in a Government department in a large city.  He commutes to work in a heavily populated area. He prefers to start work and leave work early in order to avoid the congestion.

Saira - full-time office worker, studying part-time, using flexitime

Saira works 35 hours a week in an office. The office is open 7.30 to 18.30 Monday to Friday. Saira is also studying for a work related qualification. Her employer allows 5 hours a week within the 35 for this study, which can take place outside the office.

Solomon - home-based computer researcher reliant on flexible working

Solomon works 28 hours per week. He usually works from home since he has sole responsibility for a disabled child.  His work involves computer-based research.  He often works in the evening when his child is asleep.  His hours are totally flexible.

Samantha - office-based job share - uses online flexi time tracking  

Samantha works 18.5 hours a week in a job share. She works mainly from an office but also off-site visiting clients. Sometimes she has evening or weekend meetings.

Her normal working hours are:
Monday : 7 hours        Tuesday : 7 hours        Wednesday 4.5 hours