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Long service leave for casual workers

Posted: Wed Feb 18, 2015 3:14 pm
by chak
I've been working at same centre more than 12 years now.
Due to my children were still young and I had a other commitment, I only worked a few hours (average 1-2days/week) as casual for 10 years.
Finally I decided to work as a permanent part time 3days/week 2 years ago.
Someone told me that even casuals are entitled to receive long service leave.. Is this true? My employer never mentioned to me anything about that.

Re: Long service leave for casual workers

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 4:02 am
by Lorina
The same centre for over 12 years! Wow! That's great! You must of seen so many changes and improvements over your time at the centre. Shows what a great commitment you have!

Yes, as a casual you are eligible for long service leave but it depends on the laws for your specific state. You can find out more info here:

Long Service Leave

Hope this helps,

:geek:,
Lorina

BTW - Sorry for my delayed response, I've been away for the past week.

Re: Long service leave for casual workers

Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2015 7:55 pm
by chak
Thanks, Lorina.
I will research more about that by myself before speak to my boss. :think:

Re: Long service leave for casual workers

Posted: Wed Feb 25, 2015 4:32 am
by Lorina
Yeah that's a good idea! You could also give a copy of the info you find to your boss so they can see as well, during you discussion... Maybe your boss isn't aware of this...

:geek:,
Lorina