Module Disability Discrimination, Managing Absence in the Workplace & Stress

Anyone who manages people, whether in the HR team or out in the workforce, will have recently seen a shift in their role responsibilities. HR, in its traditional sense, has moved from the ‘hire and fire’ function of old to being a more strategic player in business, requiring line managers to pick up on the ’personnel’ issues. This cultural shift needs careful management and education to ensure that nothing falls through the gaps. To be successful, line managers need to be clear of what is expected of them and the requirements of their job in the 21st Century. The key to building a sustainable workforce, is ensuring that your values are aligned at each level.

Module Disability Discrimination, Managing Absence in the Workplace & Stress

A session focussing on disability, including a detailed consideration of reasonable adjustments. We will also consider how best to manage absence in the workplace and will discuss the challenging complexities arising from employees suffering with stress - how best to spot the signs and how best to support an employee who is diagnosed with stress. It should be remembered that stress is said to be the biggest risk to businesses going forward.