Step 3 Consider the key issues that principals must consider when making Commence assessing the proposal using the Proposal Evaluation Template. Plan for a their decision. Work out possible solutions for potential problem areas. Plan for a meeting to discuss the proposal, set a date and time. discussion Step 4 Have a meeting with the principal and present your case. Focus on Reflect on the situation, work style and factors which are employee’s Meeting mutual gains and be prepared to negotiate a variety of options. relevant to the conversation. Be open to suggestions. Discuss the details of the proposal. If the discussion becomes a negotiation, refer to your Proposal Evaluation consider what would constitute a good – outcome. Step 5 Consider the written decision. If you are unhappy with the decision, or Consider the request on its merits. Consider the impact on school goals and aspects of it, discuss your concerns with the principal. student learning. Do not deny a request just because of potential flow-on Decision effects, e.g. concern that approving one request will trigger further requests. Is there a particular aspect that is causing difficultly and which could Consider all requests on a case-by case basis be changed to make the proposal more workable? Ensure decision-making is informed by the Guiding Principles If approving ensure you are clear about what you are approving – If not approving ensure your decision is based on reasonable business – grounds Complete the Proposal Evaluation Template. Check: Have you involved the person making the request and other stakeholders in your decision-making process? Have you followed the assessment steps? Have you carefully documented the decision and the factors considered in making the decision? Step 6 If accepted, document the arrangement in a written agreement using Confirm the arrangement with the direct line manager or employee’s the Flexible Work Agreement Template. supervisor (if any). Agreement Start with a trial period. Clarify whether the agreement is full implementation or for a trial period. Complete the Flexible Work Agreement Template.
Step 3 Plan for a discussion Consider the key issues that principals must consider when making their decision. Work out possible solutions for potential problem areas. Commence assessing the proposal using the Proposal Evaluation Template. Plan for a meeting to discuss the proposal, set a date and time. Step 4 Meeting Have a meeting with the principal and present your case. Focus on mutual gains and be prepared to negotiate a variety of options. Be open to suggestions. Reflect on the employee’s situation, work style and factors which are relevant to the conversation. Discuss the details of the proposal. If the discussion becomes a negotiation, refer to your Proposal Evaluation – consider what would constitute a good outcome. Step 5 Decision Consider the written decision. If you are unhappy with the decision, or aspects of it, discuss your concerns with the principal. Is there a particular aspect that is causing difficultly and which could be changed to make the proposal more workable? Consider the request on its merits. Consider the impact on school goals and student learning. Do not deny a request just because of potential flow-on effects, e.g. concern that approving one request will trigger further requests. Consider all requests on a case-by case basis Ensure decision-making is informed by the Guiding Principles If approving – ensure you are clear about what you are approving If not approving – ensure your decision is based on reasonable business grounds Complete the Proposal Evaluation Template. Check: Have you involved the person making the request and other stakeholders in your decision-making process? Have you followed the assessment steps? Have you carefully documented the decision and the factors considered in making the decision? Step 6 Agreement If accepted, document the arrangement in a written agreement using the Flexible Work Agreement Template. Start with a trial period. Confirm the arrangement with the employee’s direct line manager or supervisor (if any). Clarify whether the agreement is full implementation or for a trial period. Complete the Flexible Work Agreement Template.