Managing sickness absence confidently and lawfully
About This Workshop
Understand what managers can and cannot say and do in absence conversations, with approaches for short and long-term scenarios.
Learning Objectives
- Understand what managers can and cannot say and do in absence conversations.
- Learn approaches for short-term and long-term absence scenarios.
- Explore disability considerations and reasonable adjustments in practice.
- Build confidence in structuring supportive absence conversations.
- Understand triggers, documentation and follow-up expectations.
Your Instructor

Joe Husbands
Learning and Development Consultant
Joe is an award-shortlisted Learning and Development Consultant with experience spanning multiple industries. He designs and delivers high impact training programmes, develops effective talent strategies, and leads consultancy projects that drive measurable performance and growth.
With a particular specialism in leadership and management development, Joe supports organisations to upskill their people in the essential human skills needed to lead effective teams. He has managed teams, partnered closely with stakeholders, and worked with learners at all levels to create bespoke solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a session is cancelled?
If we need to cancel a session, we will either reschedule it or provide a pro-rata refund for that session.
What if the trainer is unable to deliver?
If the trainer is unavailable and no suitable substitute is available, the session will be rescheduled or refunded on a pro-rata basis.
Is this course recorded?
This session will not be recorded.
Event Summary
Retained clients can book a place with their monthly hours - 1 hour for first attendee, 0.5 hours per additional attendee. Please book via your HR Consultant or Advisor.
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