Is it reasonable to expect a part-time nanny to attend antenatal classes in her own time?
A. She is entitled to paid time off to attend appointments made on the advice of her midwife, health visitor or GP. Except for the first appointment she must be prepared to show the employer the appointment card. She may not be able to arrange appointments on the days of her choice in which case she must be allowed to attend and be paid. Q. If the pregnant nanny is still in her probationary period and the employer is not happy with her as she has had several days off already, can they legally dismiss her? A. If the sickness is related to her pregnancy then it would be unlawful to dismiss her and the employer could be at risk of a sex discrimination claim. The best approach here is to discuss with her the reasons for her absence, explain the importance of reliability and see how her attendance can be improved. Q. Young children forget easily and with the new longer maternity leave many parents are concerned that their children will have forgotten their nanny when she returns a year late
