Vocational Rehabilitation

We are a passionate, multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping individuals overcome challenges related to staying in or returning to work. We know that meaningful employment supports better health outcomes, and we provide objective, personalised assessments to assist individuals in their work journeys.

 

Meet the team

Dinuli Senaratne
Service Lead

Lisa Goudy
Case Manager

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Emma Hunt
Case Manager

Kirsten Taylor-Brown
Case Manager

Ben Holden
Founder

Yaasmin Gabriel
Case Manager

Vocational Rehabilitation and
Occupational Health

At Ben Holden Ltd, we provide specialist Vocational Rehabilitation and Occupational Health services to support individuals in remaining in, or returning to, meaningful employment following injury, illness, or health-related challenges.

Our service is led by an experienced vocational rehabilitation practitioner and delivered by a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively with external professionals as required. We work closely with insurers, solicitors, employers, and case managers, providing clear, objective, and practical recommendations that support sustainable return-to-work outcomes.

We recognise that good work supports better health. Our assessments are personalised, evidence-based, and focused on realistic vocational solutions.

Our Services Include

Vocational Case Management

Comprehensive vocational case management for individuals recovering from injury, illness, or long-term health conditions.

We support clients to:

  • Return to their pre-injury role where possible

  • Transition into alternative roles where required

  • Access retraining or vocational redirection when appropriate

Interventions are tailored, goal-focused, and outcome-driven.

Occupational Health (OH) Assessments

Independent occupational health assessments for individuals experiencing physical, psychological, or cognitive difficulties in the workplace.

Assessments may be conducted remotely or in person and include:

  • Fitness for work opinions

  • Reasonable adjustment recommendations

  • Return-to-work advice

  • Clear, concise reports for employers and referrers

Job Demands Analysis (JDA)

A structured evaluation of the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial demands of a specific role. JDAs are used to:

  • Match job demands with an individual’s functional abilities

  • Support phased or graded return-to-work plans

  • Inform reasonable adjustments and workplace modifications

Worksite Assessments

Practical workplace assessments to identify barriers to work and recommend appropriate adjustments to:

  • Tasks

  • Equipment

  • Work environment

  • Work patterns or hours

Recommendations are realistic, proportionate, and focused on sustainable employment.

Transferable Skills Analysis (TSA)

A structured review of an individual’s skills, experience, interests, and abilities to identify:

  • Alternative employment options

  • Suitable vocational pathways

  • Training or development needs

This is particularly helpful where a return to previous employment is not possible.

Vocational Redirection

A holistic assessment of personality, strengths, and functional capacity to support informed vocational decision-making. This service includes:

  • Identification of suitable job options

  • Labour market consideration

  • Guidance toward realistic and achievable employment outcomes

Employability Skills

Targeted support to improve work readiness, including:

  • CV development

  • Interview preparation

  • Confidence-building and workplace communication skills

We work collaboratively with external agencies such as the Department for Work and Pensions, Access to Work, and local charities where appropriate.

Service Leadership & Referrals

If you would like to discuss a referral or service instruction, please contact the Lead for Vocational Rehabilitation and Occupational Health:

Name: Dinuli Senaratne
Telephone: 07345 559 320

Email: vroh@benholden.net

IRCM

We are proud to be an official supporter of the Institute of Registered Case Managers

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What do our clients & referrers say?

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Before I had my case manager, Jo Forrest, my recovery and rehabilitation was chaotic and non-existent, my sister was my go-to which took her role as my sister away and put her in an admin/carer role.

Jo has been so patient and attentive to my needs from day one, she takes a holistic approach and this has improved my heath and quality of life in so many ways, I honestly don’t know where I’d be without her.

As a bonus, she has connections to some other really good professions and therefore is equipped for any challenge thrown her way.

When Jo started supporting me it was also the start of the Covid Pandemic. She took the time to explain physical anatomy which helped me understand the immediate and longer term impact of my injuries. We set attainable goals for me to rebuild all aspects of my life.

With professional understanding of procedures and expectations she liaised with my legal representative for insurance funding and others, securing the further support I needed, for example; intensive physio, counseling, driving confidence lessons, further surgery, occupational health equipment, a PA to support me and relieve the pressure on my family. I would always be happy to recommend Jo as a Case manager to others.

Before I was supported by Jo Forrest at Ben Holden Ltd, I was struggling with EVERYTHING caused by the RTA. I was incapacitated in a hospital bed in my dining room worried about the traumatic impact on my husband and family, not just following the accident, but the reality of my lack of independence, my ongoing care and my own physical rehabilitation.

Please pass on my thanks to all at Ben Holden for their help and patience with me over the past few years. Things are so much better for me now compared to when I came to you and you have all played a part in that, no matter how small, and I greatly appreciate it. Credit where it’s due in my eyes, and everyone at Ben Holden have been kind, courteous but perhaps more importantly understanding of my difficulties if/when I’ve been confused or remiss in remembering an invoice or some such. It is much appreciated.

Christa came to visit me numerous times in the Royal Free Hospital. Having assessed my needs, she organised repair of my wheelchair, hospital bed on my return home. Organised private physiotherapy and stay in care home. Once home, she came with me to private therapist in Harley Street.

Very kind, understanding and caring.

Before I started working with Ben I was struggling with the everyday tasks e.g. getting myself dressed, walking any distance, lifting, getting in and out of bed, bending. Within six months, Ben and his team enabled me to do all these things and return to work gradually, which resulted in me being able to do my pre-injury job.

My life began to significantly change. Ben treated me with the upmost dignity and respect. He coordinated a team of professionals experienced in working with neurological disorders, especially with people who had experienced an accidental severe traumatic brain injury or through illness. I felt confident that Ben would and did manage to select professionals who he somehow knew would manage my challenging eccentric behaviour and complex needs.

It was very reassuring to know that Ben was always at the end of the phone.  He was there when I needed him most. He always responded quickly and kept everybody involved well-informed of what was happening with Progress Reports.

I could trust Ben and felt reassured by his knowledge and patience.  He has a great and appropriate sense of humour. I would highly recommend Ben to others who would surely benefit from his expertise.

Ben was very helpful and promptly organised a good local physiotherapist for me. There I was given exercises specific to my problem, along with acupuncture and massage. This was invaluable, as nothing had been offered to id my recovery by my local hospital. In addition, Ben organised a six-month gym membership at my local leisure centre.

I always found Ben easy to talk to and he regularly called to check on my progress. I would not hesitate to recommend Ben Holden td, who gave me a very friendly and professional service.

My experience working with Ben was excellent. I felt very at ease, relaxed and confident with him. If I had any queries or needed extra support, he was always on the end of the telephone. Nothing was ever too much trouble.

I highly recommend Ben Holden, for his professionalism, friendliness and for the individual support I got. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ben and his team for all their work getting me where I am today, leading a normal life again, and being able to put my accident behind me.

Before Ben Holden started working with me on my injuries, I was struggling daily and unable to progress with my rehabilitation back into normal life. Since Ben Holden Ltd took on my case I have been able to focus on getting my life back together following my accident.

Working with Ben made me feel confident and in control again, his relaxed and easy style made me feel I could talk to him freely about my concerns. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Ben Holden Ltd to anyone facing the prospect of life following a life changing accident.

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