Guidance

NHS Wales Managing Attendance at Work Policy

Ensuring that employees are treated according to their circumstances and needs.

1 October 2020

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The aims of the policy are to:

  • ensure that employees are treated according to their circumstances and needs
  • outline the requirements of employees in respect of consistent and effective attendance at work to ensure continuity of service provision
  • clearly set out the responsibilities of the employees and managers
  • ensure fair treatment of employees with a disability and ensure that obligations in respect of the Equality Act 2010 are met
  • adhere to Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental terms of service in the provision of managing attendance at work
  • acknowledge an employee’s right to sickness absence and pay, within the scope of the policy, when they are unable to work due to illness or injury
  • ensure managers support employees when they are unable to work due to sickness