Case Study: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust reduces sickness absence with Robertson Cooper

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust cuts stress-related sickness absence 7% with Robertson Cooper

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust sought to move beyond reducing sickness absence to foster a holistic culture of employee wellbeing. Their existing staff survey was unable to capture the nuanced drivers and barriers to wellbeing, making it difficult to identify sources of stress and implement effective change. They partnered with Robertson Cooper and used the Good Day at Work questionnaire to address this challenge.

Robertson Cooper implemented a comprehensive program including regular wellbeing surveys, detailed data analysis, and manager-supported action plans. This partnership resulted in a 3.6% reduction in staff turnover and a 7% decrease in stress-related sickness absence within six months. Overall sickness absence was significantly reduced, leading to savings of £70,000 and exceeding the Trust's expectations for improving both employee wellbeing and organizational performance.

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust