All Acas events on Managing absence

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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
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
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