Return-to-Work
Assessment
A specialist Occupational Therapy assessment for employees preparing to return following sickness absence.
The Serenity Occupational Therapy Return-to-Work Assessment provides employers with practical, evidence-based recommendations to support a safe, sustainable and successful return to work.
Occupational Therapy can complement Occupational Health and HR input by providing detailed functional assessment and occupational analysis. We focus on how the employee's current abilities interact with the cognitive, physical, psychological, sensory and organisational demands of their specific role, then translate this into practical rehabilitation and workplace recommendations.
The outcome is a clear action plan that supports both the employee and employer while complementing existing HR and Occupational Health advice.
What Makes This Service Different
Rather than simply asking "Is an employee fit to return?"
We answer:
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What can they safely do?
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What is preventing them from working effectively?
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What adjustments will make the biggest difference?
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How can managers support recovery?
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What does a realistic phased return actually look like?
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What risks need monitoring?
Suitable Referrals
The service is ideal for employees returning following:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Burnout
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Work-related stress
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PTSD
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ADHD
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Autism
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Long COVID
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Chronic fatigue
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Cancer recovery
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Musculoskeletal conditions
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Neurological conditions
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Surgery or injury
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Persistent pain
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Other long-term health conditions affecting work
Assessment Options
Return-to-Work Assessment
£695
This includes:
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60-90 minute Occupational Therapy assessment
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review of relevant referral/job information
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functional assessment
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review of job demands
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identification of barriers
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workplace adjustment recommendations
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individual phased return-to-work plan
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manager guidance
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written report
Return-to-Work Assessment Plus
from £1,095
This includes everything in the Return-to-Work Assessment, plus:
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One manager/HR feedback meeting, up to 60 minutes
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One employee implementation session, up to 60 minutes
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One follow-up review of the phased return after an agreed period, up to 60 minutes
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One brief written update to the recommendations where appropriate
Additional meetings, substantial revisions to reports and any travel costs are charged separately from the package fee. We will explain these costs and agree them with the referring organisation before undertaking any additional work or arranging travel.
Additional Services and Fees
Additional support can be arranged alongside your assessment or rehabilitation package. We confirm the scope and cost before any additional work begins. Services already included within your package allowance are not charged again.
Manager Consultation - £95
A telephone or video consultation of up to 30 minutes to discuss existing recommendations, workplace adjustments or practical questions about supporting the employee. Includes brief preparation and a short email summary of agreed actions. Employee-specific discussions require appropriate consent.
Virtual Workplace Meeting - £195
An online meeting of up to 60 minutes with the employee and relevant manager, HR representative, Occupational Health professional or case manager. Includes review of relevant existing assessment findings, preparation and a brief written action summary.
Follow-up Occupational Therapy Review - £175
A review appointment of up to 60 minutes to assess progress against agreed goals, discuss how strategies or adjustments are working and identify any changes needed. Includes preparation, routine clinical notes and a brief written summary of progress and recommendations. A new assessment or substantially revised report is quoted separately.
Half-Day Workplace Visit - £495
Includes up to three hours at the workplace for agreed activities such as observing work tasks, reviewing the working environment, supporting the implementation of adjustments or meeting with the employee and manger. Includes one additional hour for routine preparation and a brief written action summary of findings and agreed actions.
Full-Day Workplace Visit - £895
Includes up to six hours at the workplace where more extensive observation, practical support or discussions are required. Includes one additional hour for routine preparation and a brief written summary of findings and agreed actions.
Workplace visits provide additional input alongside an assessment or rehabilitation package. The purpose and scope of each visit are agreed in advance. Where more extensive preparation, formal assessment or a detailed report is required, we provide an individual quotation before the visit is booked. Travel time, mileage and any agreed travel expenses are charged separately.
Travel Costs
Travel time is charged at £50 per hour and mileage at 45p per mile, calculated for the return journey. Any parking or other necessary travel expenses will be identified in advance. All travel costs are agreed before the visit is arranged.
Additional Reporting and Work Outside the Agreed Scope
Detailed additional reports, substantial revisions arising from new information or changes to the referral questions, and further assessment are quoted separately. We obtain agreement to the additional fees before proceeding. Corrections to errors in our reports are made without charge.
Why Employers Choose Serenity Occupational Therapy
Function-focused rather than Diagnosis-focused
We assess how health affects day-to-day work performance, enabling practical, job-specific recommendations.
Actionable Recommendations
Employers receive clear, realistic adjustments and phased return plans that managers can implement immediately.
Complements HR and Occupational Health
This service enhances existing HR and Occupational Health input by providing detailed occupational analysis and practical rehabilitation strategies, without duplicating employment or medical advice.
Improves Outcomes
A structured, evidence-informed return-to-work process can increase confidence, reduce sickness absence, improve retention and support a sustainable return to productive employment.
Our reports are written to address the agreed referral questions and focus on functional ability, occupational demands, barriers, strengths and practical recommendations. Where appropriate and with consent, we can liaise with HR, managers, Occupational Health, case managers and other professionals involved in the employee's support.