Working mothers

Wed, 13 Apr 2011

The recession is causing mothers to re-assess their working options, according to a new survey.

The survey, from jobsite Workingmums.co.uk, shows that 79% of mothers are now looking to return to work or increase their present working hours due to the credit crunch.  

An earlier survey conducted by the jobsite showed that 90% of mothers found it very difficult to find flexible work, although the vast majority wanted this so they could balance work and family life.

Mandy Garner, spokesperson for WorkingMums.co.uk, said: “The present economic situation is not all doom and gloom and actually presents some good opportunities for mothers to assess their working options and look at what is available to help them meet their needs.  

“It also key that employers should look at more efficient ways of working and how this can help them to become more cost-effective whilst remaining productive.  Employers should not get caught out by reducing their resources.  Working mothers are a fantastic pool of talent that many businesses should be calling upon.”

 

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