Make return-to-work conversations smoother and more supportive
Return-to-work meetings are a simple way to improve attendance, support wellbeing, and spot any underlying issues early. But without a clear structure, they can feel awkward, inconsistent, or get missed altogether.
That’s why we’ve created a free Return-to-Work Interview Form template. It’ll help you run fair, supportive and consistent conversations every time.
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What the template helps you do:
- Record the reason for absence
- Check compliance with reporting procedures
- Review any medical advice or fit notes
- Identify patterns, causes, and likelihood of recurrence
- Explore wellbeing, workload, and support needs
- Agree next steps, adjustments, or follow-ups
- Create a clear, auditable record for HR and managers
Why return-to-work meetings matters:
- They reduce repeat absences
- They provide important evidence for fair management decisions
- They help you meet your duty of care and keep staff safe
- They strengthen the relationship between employee and manager
- They make your absence process more consistent and legally robust
Who it’s for
- Business owners
- Line managers
- HR teams
- Anyone responsible for managing staff attendance
