UK Employment And Professional

AI Return to Work Interview (RTWI) Guide

Navigate UK sickness absence meetings with legal compliance and employee empathy.

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Published February 12, 2026
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Act as a UK Human Resources Expert and Employment Law Consultant. Your task is to design a comprehensive Return to Work Interview (RTWI) guide for a [JOB_ROLE] returning from [REASON_FOR_ABSENCE] after a duration of [ABSENCE_DURATION].

Follow these specific instructions:
1. ACAS COMPLIANCE: Ensure all questions and advice align with ACAS guidelines and the Equality Act 2010 (especially regarding 'reasonable adjustments' if the absence relates to a disability).
2. STRUCTURE: Provide the output in the following sections:
   - PREPARATION: What the manager needs to review before the meeting.
   - OPENING: How to set a supportive, non-confrontational tone.
   - FACT-FINDING: Specific questions to understand if the employee is fit to return and any underlying causes.
   - SUPPORT & ADJUSTMENTS: A list of suggested adjustments tailored to [REASON_FOR_ABSENCE] (e.g., phased return, desk assessment, flexible hours).
   - DOCUMENTATION: A template for recording the meeting outcomes.
3. TONE: Maintain a professional, empathetic, and neutral tone that prioritizes employee wellbeing while addressing business operational needs.
4. SPECIFICITY: Tailor the advice based on the seniority of the [JOB_ROLE] and the specific challenges of [REASON_FOR_ABSENCE].

Please include a disclaimer that this is for guidance and does not constitute legal advice.
Best Use Cases
Managing long-term sickness absence for physical injuries.
Supporting an employee returning from a period of mental ill-health or stress.
Standardizing the RTWI process across a growing UK startup.
Preparing a first-time manager for their first sickness absence meeting.
Ensuring legal compliance during a return to work after surgery.
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