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Form request for flexible working arrangements template sts: Request for flexible working arrangements template sts
This template guides employees in formally requesting changes to their standard work schedule or location. It is used when an employee wishes to discuss and formalize a flexible working arrangement with their employer.
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Form Overview
Fair Work Ombudsman Form request for flexible working arrangements template sts - Request for flexible working arrangements template sts
This template guides employees in formally requesting changes to their standard work schedule or location. It is used when an employee wishes to discuss and formalize a flexible working arrangement with their employer.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Always discuss the request with your employer first; this form is a proposal template.
- 2Failing to specify concrete working hours (start/end times).
- 3Not detailing how the proposed change impacts business operations.
- 4Assuming the request automatically becomes law without employer agreement.
- 5Forgetting to get written confirmation of any agreed changes.
Plain English
If you want to adjust your usual hours, start working from home sometimes, or change your roster, this form helps structure that request. It provides a clear way to propose changes to your current work setup within Australian workplace law.
Submission Date
- Filing date: Submitting this request should happen when an employee believes a change in working conditions is beneficial or necessary. There are no strict legal deadlines provided by the form itself.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- * Use this when you want to formally suggest changes to how, where, or when you work.
- * It is suitable for discussing options like changing hours or working from home some days.
- * Do not use this if the change is an emergency or requires immediate action; talk to your manager first.
- * This template assists in documenting the request before formal discussion.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Need to report workplace harassment
The process differs from a work arrangement request.
✓ Check internal company policy first.
Disputing pay or hours worked
Pay disputes must follow specific statutory procedures, not this template.
✓ Verify the correct dispute channel.
Fair Work Commission online portal (or relevant payslip dispute system)
Reporting an industrial injury at work
Injuries require immediate safety reporting, separate from scheduling changes.
✓ Contact your supervisor or WHS officer immediately.
Workplace Health and Safety reporting form (e.g., WorkCover NSW/VIC)
Deadline or filing window
There are no fixed deadlines specified for making or accepting flexible work requests.
Before you submit
- 1Confirm all sections of the request are completed, even if they contain 'N/A'.
- 2Attach any supporting documentation (e.g., evidence of improved productivity in a different setting).
- 3Proofread for clarity, grammar, and professional tone.
- 4Determine who the designated recipient is (usually your direct manager or HR contact).
- 5Keep a copy of the fully submitted request and all correspondence.
How to file this form
- 11. Complete the template with detailed information about your current role and desired changes.
- 22. Research your employer's internal policy on flexible work to align your request.
- 33. Schedule a private meeting or call with your direct manager or HR representative.
- 44. Present the completed form and discuss the proposal in person.
- 55. Follow up in writing after the discussion, summarizing agreed points or next steps.
- 66. Wait for formal written confirmation from your employer regarding their decision.
Known limitations
- 1* Completing this template does not guarantee approval of the request.
- 2* The final decision rests with the employer, based on business needs and local laws.
- 3* This form is a guide; specific company procedures may require additional steps.
- 4* It cannot be used to bypass mandatory consultation requirements set by law.
Field map
Compact field-by-field guide
Applicant
1 items
Full name (and representative, if any), postal address, email, and phone number of the person or organisation lodging the application.
Respondent
1 items
The exact legal name and ABN of the employer or other party the application is made against.
The Matter
2 items
Identify the kind of matter — for example, unfair dismissal, general protections, or an agreement application.
A clear description of what happened, relevant dates, and the outcome you are seeking.
Dates
1 items
Relevant dates such as the date of dismissal or the date the issue arose — these determine whether you are within time.
Supporting
1 items
Any documents that support your application, such as letters, contracts, or notices.
Declaration
1 items
Sign and date the form. Applications may also require a fee or an application for a fee waiver.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- * Review the current legislative requirements for flexible working arrangements in Australia.
- * Confirm if your workplace has a specific internal policy that overrides this template.
- * Check for updates regarding mandatory consultation periods with your employer.
- * Ensure you have included enough detail about how the change benefits both you and the business.
Quick Facts
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Fair Work Ombudsman
- SRCForm Name: Request for flexible working arrangements template sts
- SRCContext: Employee-initiated formal request to employer.
- SRCScope: General guide for discussion, not a binding legal document.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this template for a legal right; it initiates a discussion, but approval must be negotiated.
Assuming that submitting the form automatically triggers an immediate response from HR.
Failing to understand that 'flexible' arrangements must still meet core job requirements and company needs.
Not understanding the difference between requesting flexibility (this form) and reporting mandatory workplace rights issues.
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