This CPD-accredited course helps managers handle absence, sickness and return-to-work conversations fairly, consistently and compassionately.
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Recognise different types of staff absence.
- Follow absence reporting and recording procedures.
- Conduct supportive return-to-work conversations.
- Respond to long-term sickness absence.
- Understand reasonable adjustments and when to seek advice.
- Use absence triggers,patternsand the Bradford Factor fairly.
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Overview
This course is suitable for:
- Care Workers.
- Support Workers.
- Team Leaders.
- Senior Care Staff.
- Nurses.
- Staff working in care homes, supported living, and community services.
- Types of staff absence.
- Legal and organisational responsibilities.
- Reporting,recordingand confidentiality.
- Return-to-work meetings.
- Long-term sickness and reasonable adjustments.
- Absence triggers,patternsand attendance conversations.
Approx. 45 – 60 minutes, including videos, interactive tasks, and knowledge checks, though this may vary by learner.
Supports fair absence management, staff wellbeing and safe staffing in adult social care settings.
Hugh Asher, BSc (Hons), MSc (Merit), PhD (Applied Social Science)
As a course consultant, Hugh brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his role. His extensive background in working with individuals with diverse needs, combined with his passion for utilising nature as a therapeutic tool, allows him to provide valuable insights and guidance to learners.
Participants in the courses “Caring for People with Autism”, “Supporting People with Learning Disabilities”, “Mental Health Awareness” and “Mental Health, Dementia and Learning Disabilities” can expect to gain valuable skills and understanding in providing effective care and support.
