​A managerial role includes various responsibilities and duties, however one of the most challenging is managing people. Managers have both the opportunity and responsibility to create supportive work environments that promote employee wellbeing. 

Good managers need to be aware that to be supportive they first need to take care of their own wellbeing. Hence, it is important they take responsibility for their attitudes and behavi​our and how these impact their team. One way of doing this is by knowing what support services are available and accessing them should you feel the need.  

Employees being reviewed by the Medical Board can be referred to the Employee Support Programme for further support in relation to their employment and also personal life. Such support can also be of essence in situations of sickness absence and return to work process. As part of the supportive course of action, the Employee Support Programme also maintains liaison between the Medical Board and workplace. should you wish to refer an employee for a medical board review please follow this link.​ If interested in attending training sessions related to managing sickness absence and return to work click here. ​




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