Childcare options

Posted by Lisa Wood

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Our video will help explain some of the benefits and funding options available for help with your childcare costs so that you can plan your return to work.

  • Paternity Leave and Pay

    Posted by Simon Lloyd

    If you are an expectant dad, and have been employed since before your partner became pregnant you could be entitled to up to two weeks Paternity Leave after the birth, read our article to find out if you're eligible.

  • What is a Junior ISA?

    Posted by John Forth

    Like most long-term savings and investment accounts, the Junior ISA can seem a little daunting at first. But it can be quite simple. In this article, we explain what the Junior ISA is, and how it can help you save for your child's future.

Find financial information relative to your child's age.

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Planning and budgeting for your baby is exciting but make sure you find out about your rights before you start.

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Have you registered your child's birth, made  your Child Benefit claim, opened a savings account, and is Additional Paternity Leave an option for your family?

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If you're going back to work, are childcare vouchers worth it, how do Tax Credits work and what other benefits might you be entitled to? 

 

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Claiming Tax Credits for holiday and afterschool clubs. Help teach your child the value of money and is there a right age for pocket money?

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  • Maternity leave video

    Maternity Leave - your rights

    Understand your rights to taking time off after the birth of your baby and what you need to tell your employer.

  • Childcare video

    Childcare costs

    Can you get help with childcare costs, find out what financial support is available.

  • Paternity leave

    Paternity rights and leave

    Are you entitled to paid time off after the birth and what is Additional Paternity Leave?

  • Junior ISA video

    Junior ISA explained

    Find out what Junior ISAs are and how they can help you save for your child's future.

Our calculators can help you to plan your household budgets, so you can take control of your family's finances.

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Benefits & entitlements

Maternity and Paternity rights, what are Tax Credits and how do childcare vouchers work?

Back to work

Flexible working rights, how much does childcare cost, work out Tax Credits and childcare vouchers explained.

Savings & Investments

Short-term or long-term savings and the tax benefits, Junior ISAs explained and keeping on top of your child's CTF? 

Teaching kids about money

Help your child to understand the value of money and encourage them to save.  Is a children's bank account a good idea and what's the right age for pocket money?

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