Course overview
Are you considering returning to work after a long break? It is a significant milestone. Experienced workers returning to work benefit both the companies and employees, and it's essential to work in partnership to develop the work plan. This course discusses how the employer and the prospective employee can plan for an effective return-to-work plan after a career break, injury, sick leave, or paternal leave and create a productive environment.
Course description
Returning to work after a prolonged leave can be overwhelming. You may have concerns about how your colleagues perceive you or worry about your ability to handle your workload. However, with a well-crafted return-to-work plan outlining all necessary adjustments, you can facilitate a seamless transition. Each party involved, including returning individuals, colleagues, managers, and the organisation, plays a crucial role in the return-to-work journey. This course aims to assist you in preparing for a successful return to work after a break, providing guidance for a smooth and effective transition.
First, we'll teach you how to prepare for your return to work and develop your networks, including different routes to find career opportunities. We'll provide tips on how to write an up-to-date, impressive CV and cover letter. You'll learn to prepare for an interview, negotiate effectively, and develop a return-to-work mindset. We'll also discuss the legal obligations of employers and how you can support colleagues returning to work after sickness, parental leave, or a sabbatical to thrive in their roles.
Next, we'll demonstrate how mindful exercises can help deal with stress and anxiety at the workplace and the proactive measures you can take to prevent burnout. In addition, we'll discuss the adjustments employees and employers must make for returning to work after the COVID-19 restrictions and the precautions to take to reduce the spread of the virus. If you're planning to return to work, take this course now and make your return a pleasurable experience. Start now!
Entry requirements
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Learning outcome
- Define the concept of a return to work (RTW) programme and highlight the benefits
- Identify the factors to consider while deciding to return to work
- Explain how one can find job opportunities
- Outline the points to consider while creating a CV
- Discuss how to prepare for interviews and negotiate effectively
- Describe the WARM approach for conducting an RTW interview
- Review the factors employers should consider when employees return to work after COVID-19 restrictions
- List the steps to follow if a problem arises following employees' return to work after sick or maternity leave
- Distinguish the steps involved in the risk management process
- Recognise the warning signs of stress and anxiety at work and its causes
- Summarise the importance of building resilience, maintaining work-life balance and preventing burnout
Knowledge and skills you will learn
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Course Type: Online
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