We take our responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of our employees seriously, and aim to achieve equitable and fair treatment for all. Our sickness absence policy sets out our approach to managing sickness absence.
There are different processes for managing sickness absence depending on the length of the absence. Managers and employees will be able to record sickness absence and return to work interview using this guidance via our HR and Finance system, Dynamics 365.
What's the right process?
There’s a flowchart showing how to handle short-term absence (less than 4 weeks), as well as a
flowchart on how to handle long-term absence (more than 4 weeks).
What happens when someone returns to work?
Managers and employees should complete the online Return to Work form interview via Dynamics 365.
What sick pay am I entitled to?
Our Sickness Absence Payment Schemes explains what type of sick pay is available and who is eligible.