
WHO: Barts Health NHS Trust Occupational Health team
WHAT: Achieved SEQOHS national reaccreditation for five years
WHERE: Barts Health NHS Trust (covering multiple East London hospitals)
WHEN: Reaccredited on Friday, 17 April 2026
WHY: Ensures high-quality, safe, and effective occupational health support for healthcare staff, contributing to patient care.
Barts Health staff wellbeing is boosted as its Occupational Health team secures national reaccreditation. The service supports thousands of healthcare professionals. This endorsement confirms its high standards.
Barts Health NHS Trust’s Occupational Health team has secured a significant national reaccreditation. This award comes from SEQOHS (Safe Effective Quality Occupational Health Service). The reaccreditation is valid for a further five years. This endorsement highlights a consistent standard of excellence.
This achievement officially recognises the high-quality care and crucial support provided to healthcare staff. It benefits professionals across the entire Barts Health organisation. The service plays a vital role in employee health and safety. It ensures staff can perform their duties effectively.
Kelly McClenaghan, head of employee wellbeing service, stated: "The SEQOHS accreditation is an important endorsement of the quality, integrity, and impact of our Occupational Health service." She added: "It reflects the team’s expertise and commitment. They deliver safe, effective, and trusted occupational health support across the organisation." The team is immensely proud of this accomplishment.
This nationally recognised accreditation confirms that the service meets rigorous standards. These standards encompass clinical quality, safety, and governance. They also cover service delivery. The service actively evolves in line with organisational priorities. It also focuses on measurable outcomes.
Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in England. It provides care to over 2.5 million people annually. Its Occupational Health team operates with the same robust scrutiny as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for patient care. This provides independent assurance of its operational excellence.
The service helps staff return to work following illness or injury. It assists colleagues in managing existing health conditions. It also provides essential, proactive advice to managers. This holistic support strengthens the workforce.
By prioritising the health and wellbeing of staff, the service directly contributes to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. A healthy workforce is fundamental. It ensures optimal service provision for the public.
Achieving and maintaining this SEQOHS accreditation means staff can rely on a consistent, high-quality, and confidential service. Managers also receive clear, evidence-based guidance. This helps them support their teams effectively and meet their responsibilities.
The reaccreditation confirms Barts Health continues to meet national standards for quality, safety, and workforce wellbeing. This dedication underpins organisational priorities. The Occupational Health team plans to enhance digital access. They will also strengthen user experience. Furthermore, they will support Barts Health’s wider wellbeing initiatives. This reflects their ongoing commitment to a person-centred service.
OFFICIAL SOURCE VERIFICATION: This report is based on official clinical data from NHS Trust / Health Authority. Document: Occupational Health achieves national accreditation | Barts Health's latest news Source Link
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