Returners 2 Work #R2W

Thinking About Returning to Work?

It’s not uncommon for professionals to take a career break — for many different reasons. Whether you're stepping back into the workforce after time away or just beginning to explore your options, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Why People Take a Career Break

There are many valid reasons for taking time away from work, including:

• Maternity, adoption, or paternity leave
• Childcare responsibilities
• Caring for elderly or ill family members
• Recovering from personal illness
• Taking a sabbatical — e.g. travelling or exploring a different career path
• Redundancy or early retirement
• A renewed desire to work, learn, or earn

Whatever your situation, if you're thinking about Returning 2 Work (#R2W), this guide is designed to help you get started.

Support available to get you back on track

You’ll find resources here to help you:

• Refresh your professional skills and qualifications
• Rebuild confidence through learning and networking
• Consider the right route for you — whether re-entering employment or setting up in practice                                  
• The Returners 2 Work scheme is supported by the Tax Advisers Benevolent Fund, CIOT and ATT, with courses, LinkedIn workshops and coaching potentially funded in part or in full through the R2W fund. Please apply here.

https://ciot.jotform.com/232762815317862                                 

Both are fully online and help you build new, future-proof skills.
You may be eligible for a 100% discount on these qualifications on application (subject to approval)- Apply here

Make LinkedIn Work for You

LinkedIn remains a vital tool for anyone returning to the job market. If you haven’t updated your profile in a while, now is the time.

We offer LinkedIn Workshops to help returning professionals get up to speed, including:

• Setting up or refreshing your profile
• Positioning yourself effectively
• Using LinkedIn for networking, prospecting, and job searching

         -Each workshop is delivered over Zoom
         -You’ll receive a recording, plus notes and guidelines to refer to
         -Sessions are designed to be practical, accessible, and easy to implement

Attendees consistently come away with practical tips and confidence to use LinkedIn effectively in their job search.

If you are taking qualifications to support your return to work plan, consider coaching to support your studies

What does coaching look like?

Have an introductory call to discuss your goals and areas where the coach might add the most value. By the end of the call, if you feel confident and decide to work with the coach you can then agree a high level plan for the coaching sessions.

During the sessions you will work together to come up with plans and strategies to keep your studies on track. 

There will be actionable points. 

Your coach will be in touch between sessions to help keep you accountable. Up to four sessions with 3-4 weeks between each. This gives you the chance to put things into practice before the next session.

If you would like to give coaching a try to support your studies you can submit an expression of interest here.

Training, Qualifications & Networking

The ATT and CIOT offer a range of opportunities to help you return to the tax profession with confidence:

• Local branch events and CPD seminars — online and in-person
• Further qualifications:
  • ATT’s Transfer Pricing Foundation Paper
  • CIOT’s Diploma in Tax Technology

Both are fully online and help you build new, future-proof skills.
You may be eligible for a 100% discount on these qualifications on application (subject to approval)- Apply here

Rejoining ATT or CIOT After a Break

Membership cannot be paused, but you can resign and rejoin in the future, you do not need to retake exams to rejoin. You’ll need:

• A completed reapplication form
• An up-to-date CV
• Evidence of 12 months’ CPD
• Payment of a rejoining fee and the membership fees

For more information see:

CIOT - Membership subscription FAQ's | Chartered Institute of Taxation

ATT - Fees and Subscriptions | The Association of Taxation Technicians

View our CIOT Corporate Brochure

To enquire about reapplying, contact:
[email protected] or [email protected]
(Use R2W in the subject line)

Reduced Membership Rates

If you're on a career break or working reduced hours, you may be eligible for discounted membership rates:

Share Your Story

Have you made a successful return to work? We’d love to share your experience and inspire others.
Get in touch at [email protected] or [email protected] (Subject: R2W)

Ask for Help

Our team is here to support you.    

Reach out to us at [email protected] or [email protected]
(Please include R2W in the subject line)