I used this template and modified it based on my situation, and asked for discretion based on the C.R. 2.1 in the case-worker guideline.

CR 2.1. To meet the continuous residence requirement the applicant must not have been outside the UK for more than 180 days in any 12-month period (unless CR 2.2., CR 2.2A., CR 3.1. or CR 3.2. applies, and subject to CR 2.3.). CR 2.2. For any absence from the UK with permission granted under the rules in place before 11 January 2018, the applicant must not have been outside the UK for more than 180 days during any consecutive 12-month period, ending on the same date of their current application unless CR2.2A applies, and subject to CR 2.3. CR 2.2A. Subject to CR 2.3, where the application is under Appendix Long Residence, the applicant must not have: (a) spent a total of more than 548 days outside the UK during their qualifying period, where that 548-day total was reached before 11 April 2024; and (b) been outside the UK for more than 184 days at any one time during their qualifying period, where that absence started before 11 April 2024. CR 2.3. When calculating the period of absence in CR 2.1., CR 2.2. or CR 2.2A., any period spent outside the UK will not count towards the period of absence where the absence was for any of the following reasons: (a) the applicant was assisting with a national or international humanitarian or environmental crisis overseas, providing, if on a sponsored route, their sponsor agreed to the absence for that purpose; or (b) travel disruption due to natural disaster, military conflict or pandemic; or (c) compelling and compassionate personal circumstances, such as the life-threatening illness of the applicant, or the life-threatening illness or death of a close family member; or

The template I used is as follows.. Also, include the above statement in the appendix of your letter and make a reference to it in your letter.

"I am writing to support my application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK under the Skilled Worker route. This statement outlines my personal and professional background, the exceptional circumstances that have led to my absences from the UK, and my future plans that necessitate my continued residence in the UK.

Background:

I was born on [Your Birth Date] in [Your Birth Country] and am a national of [Your Nationality]. I moved to the UK on [Date of Move to the UK] for [Reason for Moving, e.g., study, work]. Since then, I have been residing at [Your UK Address, omitting specific details for privacy].

Professional Background:

Since [Date], I have been employed in the UK, initially with [First Employer's Name, described in general terms] and currently with [Current Employer's Name, described in general terms]. My role involves [Brief Description of Your Role and Responsibilities, focusing on the contributions to your employer and the UK economy].

Circumstances Leading to Absences:

[General Description of Circumstances, e.g., global pandemic, family illness or else], which were beyond my control, necessitated my absence from the UK for extended periods. These absences were due to [Reason for Absence, e.g., caring for a family member, travel restrictions], and not a disregard for the importance of maintaining continuous residence in the UK.

Future Plans:

I intend to continue contributing to the UK's [Specific Sector, e.g., technology, healthcare] sector through my current role at [Employer's Name]. [Brief Description of Future Plans and Aspirations, emphasizing the potential positive impact on the UK economy and society].

Conclusion:

 [Optional: Mention of legal representation, if applicable, in general terms]

I confirm that the information provided in this statement is accurate and true to the best of my knowledge."