Our Values...
COMPASSION
We believe every parent deserves dignity, time, and peace of mind during leave — not financial anxiety or silence from their employer. Compassion means making sure employees feel seen, supported, and respected, especially in moments of uncertainty or medical need (like NICU stays or early births). We bring a human-first approach to a system that’s often too transactional.
INTEGRITY
We manage people’s pay — and their trust. That means doing things right, down to the details: PAYE compliance, accurate reporting, clear clawback terms, and transparent pricing. Whether we’re supporting a first-time parent or a head of HR, our goal is to be reliable, accountable, and always acting in good faith.
PROGRESSION
Parental leave is evolving, and so are we. From neonatal legislation to the cost-of-living crisis, we stay ahead of policy and workplace trends to ensure our partners stay competitive, inclusive, and future-ready. We don’t just react — we lead. Capital Parent are focused on persistently elevating resources for our clients and their employees
Our Story
Parental leave is often a point of stress — for employers and employees. Pregnancy announcements can create anxiety around planning, coverage, and cost. Many employers find themselves worrying about reliability, retention, and how they’ll manage while key staff are away. At the same time, many employees feel apprehensive — unsure how their news will be received, or whether it might impact their career progression.
Capital Parent was founded by two siblings who understood firsthand what it means to face uncertainty. Raised by a single mother who passed away from cancer, they grew up watching her navigate the challenges of working parenthood without a safety net. That hesitation, rooted in gaps in support and policy, became the reason to build something better.
We provide enhanced parental leave support on your behalf — including top-up pay, compliance, payroll, and return-to-work structure — so you can offer care confidently, without the administrative burden. Our work helps bridge the gap between employer intent and employee experience, ensuring your team feels valued throughout every stage of leave.
Because supporting parenthood shouldn't be complicated — and it shouldn’t come at the cost of keeping your staff.
£12,000
Average cost to replace an employee
Replacing an employee earning the average UK salary can cost businesses up to £12,000, factoring in recruitment, training, and lost productivity.
59%
Mothers return to work early due to financial constraints
Maternity Action identified that as of 2024, the volume of mothers returning to work early has increased by 17% in the last 3 years. This is exacerbated by 73% of women worrying about financial position during their leave.
56%
Women concerned about childcare costs after maternity leave.
Many women return to work inundated in debt or without savings causing childcare expenses to make employment financially unviable.
+ 90%
Capital Parent's Solution...
In early trials, 90% of employees who received top-up support said they felt more valued by their employer and more likely to return after leave. Employees were up to 3 times more likely to recommend their workplace when they felt supported during parental leave — boosting employer reputation and internal culture.
Why It Matters...
Our Clientele...
We support employers across a wide range of industries, including health and social care, education, and retail/hospitality and customer service. Whether you're managing essential services, frontline teams, or customer-facing staff, our flexible support model is designed to meet the needs of all workforces.
We also partner with businesses in other sectors where employee retention, wellbeing, and compliance are key — and our service scales to suit teams of all sizes.
Wherever you work, we’re here to help you support working parents with confidence.
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Healthcare Providers
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Retail & Hospitality Providers
Education Providers