Working Well East Midlands is a free service that helps buinsesses reduce long-term sickness absence and retain valued employees. The service provides bespoke one-to-one support to enable staff to remain in work or return successfully after a period of ill health.

Dedicated employment specialists work in partnership with both employers and employees to identify practical solutions that promote productivity, wellbeing, and long-term success.

This person-centred approach includes:

• Collaborative problem-solving to address workplace barriers

• Career planning and progression support

• Advice on implementing reasonable adjustments

• Guidance on benefits and entitlements

• Co-designed support plans tailored to individual needs

• Access to wellbeing resources, coping strategies, and mental health tools

• Identification of relevant training opportunities for staff or management

• Structured three-way reviews involving the employee, employer, and specialist

• Liaison with healthcare professionals to ensure health needs are prioritised

• Ongoing expert advice and guidance throughout the process

If you’re an employer based in Nottingham, Gedling, Broxtowe or Rushcliffe and wish to learn more, visit IPSPC Working Well East Midlands | Support for Employers to complete and submit an enquiry form.