The University of Sheffield
Human Resources

Absence Through Ill Health

Policies, Procedures and Related Guidance

Summary

Sickness Absence Management Policy

This policy outlines principles of good practice aimed at preventing ill health, the effective management of sickness absence when it occurs and the rehabilitation of staff where reasonable, including taking all reasonable measures to support and retain those with a disability.

Sickness Absence Management Procedure

This procedure outlines good practice processes aimed at preventing ill health, the effective management of sickness absence when it occurs and the rehabilitation of staff where reasonable, including taking all reasonable measures to support and retain those with a disability.

Sickness Absence Management Toolkit

(Via Managing Performance Toolkit)

This toolkit provides a good practice guide to support managers to manage sickness effectively.

Sick Pay Entitlement

(including Statutory Sick pay)

This guidance outlines employees entitlement to sick pay, including specific information about Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).

Sickness Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

This guidance outlines frequently asked questions in relation to sickness absence for both managers and employees.

Sickness Recording and Monitoring

This guidance outlines how to record, monitor and maintain Sickness records via myTeam.

A Guide to Management Referral

This guidance outlines: factors to consider before making a management referral; the referral process; the role of the Staff Occupational Health Service (SOHS) and making rehabilitation plans.

Disability Guidance:

This guidance outlines good practice to help managers understand the issue of disability and their responsibilities associated with it in supporting those staff who have a disability or become disabled to enable them to remain in employment. 

Other Related Guidance: