Skills for Managers – 4th February 2026

This training focuses on practical skills and tools to use when having a mental health conversation at work. It offers context on understanding mental health as well as detail on reasonable adjustments and best practices. Useful for anyone who manages staff.

Learning Outcomes: 

• Explore the business case for managing mental health at work 
• Demystify and understand the term ‘mental health’ 
• Recognise signs and symptoms of mental ill health 
• Use strategies for communicating effectively with staff who may be experiencing mental distress 
• Signpost staff to relevant support and services 
• Identify and apply reasonable adjustments in relation to mental health 
• Explore good practice for absence management in relation to mental health 
• Explore the stress vulnerability model (Stress Bucket) 

Time and dates

This course is running over a full day, 4th February 2026. The session will be in-person at Number One, Kirkstall Forge, from 9:30am – 4:30pm.

Pricing

RRP £175

Further discounts available for VCSE organisations, as well as Mindful Employer network members, and corporates that are already working with Leeds Mind (for example, as a fundraising partner). Please contact training@leedsmind.org.uk for more details.

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