Sick leave takes its toll on everyone but especially employees who have been on long term sickness. Using a phased return to work after sickness is a process to help them ease back into their role. It can be a daunting process, heading back into the work environment after a long term sickness absence. Hopefully, […]

There are words no one likes to hear at work and ‘disciplinary meeting’ is a phrase that invites feelings of dread. If you have found yourself in the position of facing a disciplinary meeting, then you need to know your rights. You should also understand how these meetings are conducted. During this investigative process, employees […]

Being absent from work for any length of time can be unsettling. More so the case if you have to face a return to work interview on your return. Whilst they can seem daunting, a back to work meeting is an opportunity for a welfare check to help you get back to work. It’s understandable […]

Getting notice that your probation review meeting is due can be a source of anxiety. They are a normal part of the hiring process though and shouldn’t be stressful. In this guide, we’ll give an overview of probation review meetings and what you should expect from yours. A probationary period at work is as much […]

We are all aware of how much annual leave we are entitled to and whether we will work bank holidays. Such things are set out very clearly in the contract of employment. Something that isn’t so definitive is the rules around sickness. There’s no legal guidance about how many sick days can be taken before […]

Maternity leave can be a wonderful time for new parents. It can also be financially straining for some families. This guide explores the legalities of working another job while on maternity leave and how it will affect your maternity pay. Sometimes maternity leave can be financially stressful and many women are tempted to pick up […]

Becoming a parent often brings with it a new perspective on life. This is why it’s fairly common for mothers to resign while on maternity leave. Priorities change and with that comes the realisation that the current job is not going to work out. Becoming a parent changes the dimension of a family and can […]

It’s a hard balance for employers to strike when communicating with staff who are off sick. Too little contact and the employee may be left feeling isolated and detached from the team. Excessive contact can quickly feel like harassment to an employee on sick leave. At times, the feeling that the boss is overstepping a […]

Following proper procedures with notice periods can feel a little confusing at the outset. This guide takes a look at how much notice you need to give your employer if you plan on resigning. We’ll also give some handy tips on how to navigate the processes during notice. We also explore some of the different […]

Notice periods can be a stressful time for employees whether they’ve found a new job or are being sacked. Both situations have the potential to create an awkward work environment, particularly if there is bullying during the notice period. Finding yourself in this position can be mentally draining and can even lead to poor mental […]