Company childcare: the game changer for the modern working world

At a time when the balance between work and family is becoming increasingly important, both employers and employees are facing major challenges. Company workplaces are the answer to these challenges - a win-win situation for both sides.

What are company workstations?

Company places are reserved childcare places that companies purchase for their employees. These places are available exclusively for employees' children - from babies from eight weeks old until they start school. The special feature: The majority of the costs are borne by the employer, while employees only contribute a small amount themselves. More about our childcare concept →

Advantages for employees: work and child in harmony

For working parents, company places mean an enormous relief in everyday life:

• Guaranteed childcareNo more stressful searching for a place - your child has a guaranteed place in childcare.
• Financial reliefThe low personal contribution makes high-quality care accessible to all.
• Flexible returnPlanning your return to work is much easier and can be customized.
• Short distances: Childcare facilities are often close to the workplace, which saves valuable time.
• Better work-life balanceWith the certainty of reliable support, you can concentrate fully on your professional tasks.

Advantages for employers: investment with a high return

For companies, company workstations are far more than just a nice benefit - they are a strategic investment:

• Earlier return of skilled workersEmployees return on average 8 months earlier from parental leave.
• Higher employee retentionThe return rate is over 90% (compared to 80% without childcare).
• Competitive advantage in personnel recruitment75% of employees between the ages of 25-40 rate childcare facilities as an important criterion when choosing an employer.
• Reduced absenteeismUp to 30% less absences due to childcare bottlenecks.
• Measurable ROIStudies show a return of 25% on invested funds.

How does the occupancy model work?

Our model is deliberately designed to be simple and flexible:

1. Needs analysisWe work with your company to determine its current and future needs.
2. Seat allotmentsYour company purchases the required number of places. It is also possible to purchase individual spaces.
3. AllocationThe places are allocated flexibly to employees according to the requirements of your workforce.
4. Distribution of costsThe company bears 60-70% of the costs, the parents 25-30%. The remaining 10-15% is covered by public funding.

Operational workstations in practice

"As an employer, we aim to achieve the best possible work-life balance. Because we cannot do without the potential of committed and well-trained mothers and fathers in any workplace. Childcare close to the workplace is an elementary component for us, which pme Familienservice GmbH ensures in our Bulligarten with the highest educational and organizational quality." Dr. Astrid Fontaine, Member of the Brand Board of Management for Human Resources and Transformation, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

Smaller companies also benefit from the model by acquiring individual company workstations in order to be able to fill important key positions in the company more quickly.

Financial support and tax benefits

Did you know that company childcare is tax-deductible? Companies can claim the costs as business expenses, while the benefits for employees are usually tax-free. . The funding conditions vary greatly from region/city to region and have a reducing effect on the prices of company childcare places.

Demographic change calls for solutions

The shortage of skilled workers will become even more acute in the coming years. Companies that invest in family-friendly structures now will secure a decisive advantage in the "war for talent". Company workplaces are one of the most effective measures with a demonstrably positive effect.

Ready for the next step?

Whether you are an employer who wants to future-proof your HR strategy or an employee who wants to promote company workplaces in your company - we will be happy to support you.

Contact us for a non-binding consultation: The contact person for the Hanover region is Sabine Rösler, 0511-700 200 35,familienservice

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