The Big Return – exploring the post-Covid-19 return to work
The Big Return report from BHSF aims to change that, because only when we understand the impact of Covid-19 on employees can we begin to develop strategies and initiatives to help them navigate the new normal.
BHSF surveyed 2,000 UK employees who have been working from home during the pandemic to explore how they are feeling. It found that almost half of the UK’s workforce is not ready to return to work, with many being anxious or deeply concerned. The survey revealed that 45% described their feelings about the return to work negatively.
Deepening the crisis, only 5% of employers have put in extra employee support services for those returning to a more normal work pattern.
Challenges facing businesses are compounded by the fact that not all staff are comfortable raising health concerns with their line managers. Almost one-third (30%) confirmed they would not feel comfortable discussing any mental health, physical health, grief or financial concerns with their line manager.
When looking at concerns where workers are comfortable disclosing with their line managers, the reading is equally alarming. Only 41% said they would discuss mental health concerns with their manager, while even fewer would discuss physical health issues (36%), financial concerns (28%) and grief experiences (22%).
The Big Return offers guidance and advice from qualified industry experts on how to overcome the challenges and possible next steps for businesses. With special commentary from Dr Rohit S. Prajapati, chief medical officer at BHSF, and Tracey Paxton, managing director at The Employee Resilience Company Limited, it also offers advice on how to build a resilient workforce and better support all staff.
To download your copy of the The Big Return report.
The article is provided by BHSF.
