All Acas events on Managing absence

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30 April 2026
09:30 - 12:30
Managing long-term sickness absence: a masterclass



Sickness absence is at the highest level recorded in over a decade and is a major indicator of rising long-term health issues in the workforce.

Join Acas and experts from Working to Well-being, Thrive Law and Morgan La Roche Solicitors at this timely event. 

We will be examining the impact of long-term sickness absence and explaining the benefits of effective workplace processes, support systems and strategies. 

We will also cover the Employment Rights Act 2025 which introduced changes to waiting periods, earnings limits and new payment rates, alongside other legal and discrimination considerations. 


Delivered digitally via zoom
30 April 2026
09:30 - 16:00
Absence management

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 



Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:



  • reduce sickness absence levels

  • explain the importance of attendance

  • help employees understand what is expected of them

  • help managers address underlying issues

  • improve wellbeing and working relationships

  • boost team performance and improve productivity


This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
12 May 2026
09:30 - 16:00
Absence management

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
28 May 2026
09:30 - 16:00
Absence management

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
11 June 2026
09:30 - 12:30
Absence management - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
23 June 2026
09:30 - 16:00
Absence management

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
14 July 2026
09:30 - 16:00
Absence management

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
28 July 2026
13:30 - 16:30
Absence management - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
12 August 2026
09:30 - 12:30
Absence management - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
26 August 2026
13:30 - 16:30
Absence management - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
22 September 2026
09:30 - 12:30
Absence management - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom
28 September 2026
13:30 - 16:30
Absence management - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Level – Developing

Employee absence can impact both the manager and also colleagues who are asked to cover their work. 

Managing sickness absence and having clear policies can:

  • reduce sickness absence levels
  • explain the importance of attendance
  • help employees understand what is expected of them
  • help managers address underlying issues
  • improve wellbeing and working relationships
  • boost team performance and improve productivity

This training will help you manage absence at work in a fair, consistent and effective way.



Digital via Zoom