Return to Work Strategy
The NSW Government Return to Work Strategy 2025-28 promotes a person-centered approach to supporting public sector employees with injuries return to work.
The vision is a NSW public sector better supporting positive return to work outcomes.
Best Practice Framework and downloadable resources
The Best Practice Return to Work Framework (the Framework) translates the Return to Work Strategy into everyday practice. It aims to build capability, strengthen leadership and create a more positive workplace culture, leading to better return to work outcomes across the NSW public sector.
Premier's Memorandum on the NSW Government Return to Work Strategy
A Premier's Memorandum has been issued, highlighting the Government's commitment to improving return to work outcomes for workers with an injury.
All roles in a return to work process are important and work together to ensure good outcomes. View the pages below for more resources and information.
Return to work coordinators are integral in helping workers with an injury to return to work safely.
As a people leader, you play a vital role in supporting your team’s wellbeing and creating a culture of care in your workplace.
The Return to Work Strategy is focused on what an employer can do to support you in your recovery and return to work.
There are a range of programs and supports available to help return to work outcomes.
Resources and tools
There are multiple resources and tools available for public sector workers and agencies, underpinning a whole-of-government approach to support NSW Government workers with injuries and illnesses in their recovery and return to work.