Business Bitesize: SSP Shockwave - Get Ready!

​In this 1-hour bite-sized course, salon owners and managers will learn how the April 2026 Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) changes will directly affect their business, and how to proactively plan rather than react once costs start hitting our bottom lines.

​Together, we’ll understand and simplify what’s really changing with SSP, why part-time and low-hours team members are most affected, and where many salon employers are being caught out by the way sick pay is calculated.

​With clear explanations, real-world examples, and practical planning tools, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the true cost of sickness, assess whether your current staffing structure and policies are fit for the future, and identify smart adjustments that protect both your team and your margins.

​Understand the key SSP changes from April 2026 and who now qualifies Learn how SSP is calculated for part-time staff and why per-day costs can be higher Identify the hidden financial risks in short absences and low-hours roles Review sickness policies, rotas, and staffing models for future compliance and control Develop practical steps to forecast costs, reduce risk, and plan with confidence This session is designed to help you stay compliant, informed, and financially prepared, before SSP changes start impacting your bottom line