Pregnancy Loss in the Workplace: Supporting Fixed-term Employees and Contractors

Pregnancy loss is common, yet it often goes unspoken at work. In workplaces requiring offshore rotations, contractor-heavy workforces, fixed-term contracts and frequent restructuring - notably in oil and gas - many people find it harder still to disclose a loss or ask for support. This free training session looks at how pregnancy loss is experienced during periods of job insecurity. It also offers practical guidance for employers to respond with compassion and confidence.

The session will explore:

• Miscarriage during redundancy consultations or periods of contract uncertainty 

• Reasons for non-disclosure (e.g., fear of being perceived as unreliable, less committed or unable to work offshore)

• Why contractors may feel less secure about taking time off

• The emotional impact of navigating pregnancy loss while worrying about employment

• Differences in experience and entitlements between employees and contractors

• Supporting employees through redundancy consultations

• Why timing and communication matter

• How employers can introduce compassionate and inclusive pregnancy loss policies

• How employers can create a culture where disclosure feels safer

Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of the pressures people face in this sector. They will also take away practical steps to support colleagues through pregnancy loss, whatever their contract type.