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Work and learning

Bipolar UK has made recent changes to our work and learning service, to broaden support to people affected by bipolar both in the workplace, in education or perhaps considering a return to work or study. While we are looking at ways we can offer more support, please do check out our resources below.

As well as the resources below, Bipolar UK can provide training to groups of people, including HR staff and management staff.

Online workplace support

If you are an employer you may find it helpful to refer to our employer guide 

If you are an employee you may find our employee guide a helpful starting point on what support is available in the workplace

Check out Frequently Asked Questions and other resources and real life stories in our Work and Learning blog

Our eCommunity  is also a space where you can receive peer support on employment and a range of other topics.

Volunteer

Volunteering can be a great way to build gaps on your CV and to gain experience in a different role before returning to work.  We would also love to hear from people interested in becoming a telephone volunteer with this service to enable us to provide more support to people affected by work and learning issues.

If you are interested in volunteering with us and sharing your knowledge and experience of bipolar, visit our volunteering page


Last updated: 1 February 2023

Advance Statement

Advance Statement

An Advance Statement is an excellent collaborative tool for employee and employer to work together using insightful and individual information to help manage bipolar in the work place. Read more

Published: 18th July, 2013

Updated: 11th July, 2021

Author: Rosemarie Phillips

Agreed Reasonable Adjustments Form

Agreed Reasonable Adjustments Form

A form for your to use at work and designed to be used with our Employee and Employer Guides To Bipolar. Read more

Published: 9th March, 2020

Updated: 11th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Are you concerned about an employee with bipolar?

Are you concerned about an employee with bipolar?

However big or small your organisation, you can contact Bipolar UK for support. Read more

Published: 27th April, 2016

Updated: 22nd June, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Are you currently out of work?

Are you currently out of work?

The right type of work can help your mental health, giving you a reason to get out of bed in the morning . We offer help to get you back into work Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2016

Updated: 22nd June, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Are you worried at work?

Are you worried at work?

Bipolar UK can provide you with support and information to help you with workplace concerns. Read more

Published: 27th April, 2016

Updated: 21st June, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

debt & benefits advice links

debt & benefits advice links

Links to other websites and organisations that can offer information and support about benefits. Read more

Published: 21st July, 2016

Updated: 29th June, 2023

Author: Anonymised User

Employee's guide to bipolar

Employee's guide to bipolar

A guide to your rights at work including returning to work after illness, agreeing an advance statement and reasonable adjustments. Read more

Published: 8th March, 2021

Updated: 18th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Employer's Guide to Bipolar

Employer's Guide to Bipolar

A guide to best practice for employers on supporting employees with bipolar. Read more

Published: 9th March, 2021

Updated: 11th July, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Employment links

Other websites and organisations that can offer you support for workplace related issues Read more

Published: 1st September, 2015

Updated: 31st May, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

Self-management courses

Self-management courses

Our online self-management courses help you manage your bipolar effectively. Find a course in your area and sign up for free today! Read more

Published: 1st February, 2023

Updated: 15th September, 2023

Author: Renee Arceo

Should I tell my employer, line manager or work colleagues?

Should I tell my employer, line manager or work colleagues?

Disclosing you bipolar diagnosis to your employer and other work related topics Read more

Published: 1st October, 2015

Updated: 28th June, 2021

Author: Anonymised User

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