Sickness Absence Management Policy

11. Ill health which does not lead to absence from work

1. 11.1.

   There may be occasions where employees feel they may be suffering from ill health, but this does not lead to them needing to be absent from work. If employees believe their health is having an impact on their ability to undertake their job, this should be raised with their line manager.

2. 11.2.Line managers should discuss the matter confidentially with employees, carry out or review the workplace risk assessment and discuss whether any additional support can be provided in order to support employees to remain at work. Depending on the circumstances, it may be helpful to seek advice and guidance from Occupational Health and HR.

3. 11.3.Ongoing health issues which have a substantial impact on job performance and/or wellbeing may need to be considered under the formal stages of this policy.