All Acas events

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12 August 2024
10:00 - 12:00
The benefits of supporting mental health and wellbeing at work

The legal, business and human case for supporting mental health and promoting positive wellbeing in the workplace

Employers have a duty of care that incudes a legal and ethical responsibility to support their employees mental health and wellbeing.

Evidence shows that employers who take positive action in relation to addressing and supporting mental heath and wellbeing at work help their employees to remain productive and stay in work.

This training provides essential insights and key techniques that can be taken back and applied in the workplace.

We will provide a clear overview of the legislation relating to mental health as well as give an insight into mental health conditions and the business and human cases for fostering a positive mental health culture at work.

This session will draw from the Acas framework for positive mental health; a holistic model which details the key responsibilities of the employer, the manager and the individual in contributing to a healthy and productive workplace.

Digital via Zoom
14 August 2024
13:30 - 16:30 Nearly Full
Mental health in the workplace: skills for managers - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Practical skills to enable managers to effectively manage mental health in the workplace

According to the Mental Health Foundation, one in six employees experience mental ill health each year. A study by Business in the Community found that only 14% of those that had experienced work-related poor mental health had spoken to their managers.

Whilst the reasons behind mental ill health are not always work related, managers need to know how to address it. They may fear saying the wrong thing or making matters worse but early intervention is key. It provides opportunity for the manager and the individual to discuss the support they might need to stay in work, benefiting the individual, the team and the organisation. 

Delegates attending this event will gain an understanding of the different mental ill health conditions and learn how to effectively engage with staff at an early stage. The event will also cover the Acas framework for positive mental health; a holistic model which describes the key responsibilities of all parties contributing to healthy and productive workplaces. This event is nearly full

Digital via Zoom
18 September 2024
09:30 - 12:30
Mental health in the workplace: skills for managers - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Practical skills to enable managers to effectively manage mental health in the workplace

According to the Mental Health Foundation, one in six employees experience mental ill health each year. A study by Business in the Community found that only 14% of those that had experienced work-related poor mental health had spoken to their managers.

Whilst the reasons behind mental ill health are not always work related, managers need to know how to address it. They may fear saying the wrong thing or making matters worse but early intervention is key. It provides opportunity for the manager and the individual to discuss the support they might need to stay in work, benefiting the individual, the team and the organisation. 

Delegates attending this event will gain an understanding of the different mental ill health conditions and learn how to effectively engage with staff at an early stage. The event will also cover the Acas framework for positive mental health; a holistic model which describes the key responsibilities of all parties contributing to healthy and productive workplaces.

Digital via Zoom
30 September 2024
14:00 - 16:00
The benefits of supporting mental health and wellbeing at work

The legal, business and human case for supporting mental health and promoting positive wellbeing in the workplace

Employers have a duty of care that incudes a legal and ethical responsibility to support their employees mental health and wellbeing.

Evidence shows that employers who take positive action in relation to addressing and supporting mental heath and wellbeing at work help their employees to remain productive and stay in work.

This training provides essential insights and key techniques that can be taken back and applied in the workplace.

We will provide a clear overview of the legislation relating to mental health as well as give an insight into mental health conditions and the business and human cases for fostering a positive mental health culture at work.

This session will draw from the Acas framework for positive mental health; a holistic model which details the key responsibilities of the employer, the manager and the individual in contributing to a healthy and productive workplace.

Digital via Zoom
15 October 2024
09:30 - 12:30
Mental health and stress in the workplace: A masterclass



Recent research from Deloitte has found that poor mental health is costing UK employers £51bn a year, with the presenteeism, burnout and the impact of family members mental health being the largest contributors.

The research states that for every £1 spent on supporting their employee’s mental health, employers obtain on average £4.70 back on their investment in improved productivity.

Join Acas and experts from Mind, International Wellbeing Insights and Kilgannon & Partners as we explore mental health and stress at work and discuss practical steps to effectively manage and support positive mental health and wellbeing in your workplace.

Delivered digitally via zoom
22 October 2024
09:30 - 12:30
Mental health in the workplace: skills for managers - two 3hr sessions over two consecutive days

Practical skills to enable managers to effectively manage mental health in the workplace

According to the Mental Health Foundation, one in six employees experience mental ill health each year. A study by Business in the Community found that only 14% of those that had experienced work-related poor mental health had spoken to their managers.

Whilst the reasons behind mental ill health are not always work related, managers need to know how to address it. They may fear saying the wrong thing or making matters worse but early intervention is key. It provides opportunity for the manager and the individual to discuss the support they might need to stay in work, benefiting the individual, the team and the organisation. 

Delegates attending this event will gain an understanding of the different mental ill health conditions and learn how to effectively engage with staff at an early stage. The event will also cover the Acas framework for positive mental health; a holistic model which describes the key responsibilities of all parties contributing to healthy and productive workplaces.

Digital via Zoom