Twelve Months, One Sick Day: Proud moment!

At Caremark Preston We are creating services that we would trust for ourselves and our loved ones. It is a proud moment for us to build this level of care and commitment.

There’s no place like home, and there’s no care quite like Caremark. When our teams are healthy and supported, our customers feel the difference—familiar faces, punctual visits, and care delivered with a cheery smile. Celebrating a whole year with 1 sick leave isn’t about perfect attendance. It’s about a caring culture where people get early help, take time off when they need it, and return well. This page explains how sick leave works in the UK, answers common questions such as how many days sick leave in a year, and shows how Caremark’s approach keeps care safe, personal and dependable.

How sick leave works in the UK If you’re unwell, you’re entitled to be off work. In the UK, eligible employees can receive Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) for up to 28 weeks, usually from the fourth day of sickness. Some employers also offer occupational schemes, including long term sick pay or long-term sick pay, which provide extra support beyond SSP. This is especially important for long term sickness or long-term sickness, when recovery takes time and a phased return helps people come back well.

Clear, simple policies remove uncertainty. When it’s easy to report sickness, there’s no stigma attached, and adjustments are available, people feel safe to ask for help early. That’s good for the person and good for the continuity of care at home. It also helps answer everyday questions like how many days sick leave in a year in practice, and what happens if sickness lasts longer than expected.

We also recognise the link between holiday and sickness. A fair balance of rest and work prevents burnout. We encourage people to take their annual leave and we manage holiday and sickness together so rotas remain stable and visits stay on time.

Why healthy attendance matters When attendance is strong because wellbeing is strong, everyone benefits. Stable rotas mean the same Care Assistants arrive when expected. Customers enjoy familiar, friendly faces and consistent routines, which builds confidence and independence at home.

Steady staffing eases pressure on colleagues and reduces last-minute changes. More time goes into personal touches and quality, rather than juggling gaps. Morale improves in teams that feel heard, respected and well led. Fewer short-notice agency shifts and less overtime improve quality and reduce cost, allowing us to invest in prevention—training, equipment and wellbeing resources. This is how celebrating a whole year with 1 sick leave becomes a story about care done right, not about pressure to attend.

Freeha carer of the month Freeha carer of the month Caremark’s people-first approach to wellbeing We care for the whole person. Physical health, mental health, financial confidence and purpose all matter. Our goal is simple: help our colleagues stay well and feel well, so our customers receive safe, compassionate care every day to create proud moments.

Health and wellness support: Signposting to NHS services, confidential advice lines, mental health first aiders, and vaccination encouragement where appropriate. Training that prevents harm: Safe moving and handling, stress management, sleep and nutrition—practical, relevant and reinforced regularly. Kind, skilled managers: Early check-ins, private conversations, reasonable adjustments and phased returns for long term sickness or long-term sickness. Balanced rotas and rest: Predictable schedules that respect downtime, recognising the link between holiday and sickness and the power of recovery. Community and connection: Team challenges, wellbeing initiatives and small moments that bring joy and belonging. These are small, human actions with a big impact. One Care Assistant told us a timely check-in led to early counselling and prevented burnout. Another said a minor shift tweak improved sleep and energy, resulting in only one brief absence over the year. That’s the heart and head of Caremark—warmth backed by know-how. Marking milestones the right way We love a celebration. Whether it’s a 1 year work anniversary or a one year work anniversary, a kind message or a small get?together, it’s joyful to say well done. Celebrating a whole year with 1 sick leave is our chance to say happy work anniversary and thank you for your care, reliability and teamwork—without ever discouraging sick leave when it’s needed but also celebrating these proud moment when they arise.

Personal thank?you notes and warm, genuine conversations. Shout?outs in team meetings that highlight kindness and safe practice. Wellbeing vouchers or small team treats to share the moment. Spotlights on “Wellbeing Champions” who support colleagues every day. Recognition builds pride, retention and trust. When people feel valued, they stay and they flourish. That’s how we keep bringing cheery visits and excellent standards to homes across the UK.

What this means for customers and families Reliable staffing underpins safe, consistent care at home. With Caremark, you can expect:

Dependable rotas and on?time visits. Fewer disruptions from last?minute changes. Care Assistants who are trained, rested and focused on quality. Clear, honest communication every step of the way. This is care that feels personal and reassuring, backed by robust processes and a commitment to wellbeing. Nothing compares to home. Nothing compares to Caremark.

Why choose Caremark We’re one of the UK’s leading home care providers, trusted by thousands of families. Our Care Assistants bring knowledge, training and compassion into every visit. We match people carefully, keep families informed, and protect confidentiality at all times. Our quality standards are high because our culture is caring—simple as that.

Personalised care plans as unique as you are. Allocated Care Assistants and thoughtful matching. Open, transparent communication with families. Data protection that keeps your information safe. From companionship and personal care to specialist support and live?in care, we deliver care at home with warmth and professionalism.

Speak to Caremark

If you’d like to learn more about how our wellbeing approach supports steady, smiling teams—and how that translates into reliable care at home—we’d love to talk. Whether it’s manager training, mental health support, rota design or return?to?work planning, we’ll share what works in plain English.

Get in touch through our website contact form to direct your enquiry to our HR or customer services team, or reach your nearest Caremark Location Name for local information and recruitment. And if today is your 1 year work anniversary or one year work anniversary, happy work anniversary from all of us at Caremark—here’s to wellbeing, kindness and excellent care.

Practical steps that keep absence low (and people safe) We focus on prevention and early help. These practical measures reduce avoidable sickness while protecting those who need time off or long term sick pay/long-term sick pay:

What we do Why it helps Clear sick leave and return?to?work policies Removes uncertainty, encourages rest and recovery, and supports a safe return Early conversations and signposting Addresses issues before they escalate, whether physical, mental or practical Training on safe practice and self?care Lowers injury risk and builds resilience for shift?based work Reasonable adjustments and phased returns Keeps people connected to work while they recover safely, including long term sickness Balanced scheduling and fair rotas Improves sleep and energy, reducing stress?related absence Peer recognition and supportive teams Builds a positive culture where colleagues look out for each other Looking to enhance your quality of life? Learn how Caremark can help you!

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