So... i work for a flowery company which likes to radiate an image of wholesome kind, for the mums etc. I used to believe them. Now, not so much.
They have advised us all we must all work on a rotational shift, like they did to Asda employees recently. If we can't do it, because of childcare or other commitments then we are out. Im resigned to the fact that they will be implimenting the change, and im obviously looking for another job, because i can'tdo the hours they are saying i will have to.
However, is there anything that says they cant do this? Ive read something vague about indirect sex discrimination because mothers are generally the people who sort out the childcare, ive also read that i should let them know in writing that im 'working under protest' and not opting in to the changes.
I thought about applying for flexible working hours but it seems pointless if they are forcing everyone to do the same one contract, i cant see them saying yes to me basically requesting hours theyve already completely disregarded in the consultations... i gave a list saying i could work any hours or days between 9-6, so not restrictive in my opinion.
Ive also read a tiny bit about constructive dismissal but again not sure if i can apply it to my situ.
They will obviously argue that they are doing it as a business need, bums on seats at certain hours. However a bum is still required for the hours i can do and they have denied.
Soz its long, any advice though?