Employment Law for Line Managers
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Employment Law for Line Managers

Duration:
A one day training course

Suitable for:
This training course is for managers and professionals who wish to improve their knowledge of Employment Law and its relevance to business. Employment law is changing all the time and it is as important for small and medium size companies to be aware of these changes as it is for large companies. Employment law can be an intimidating subject and this course aims to dispel any myths or fears about employment law and help managers to understand how it can support them in making efficiencies and implementing new policies in the workplace. This course brings Employment Law to life making it relevant and interesting for the delegates.

Objectives:
By the end of the training delegates will: 
- Understand the key Employment Acts and Legislation that are relevant to their business 
- Have knowledge of real-life examples of Employment Tribunals and the consequences of failing to adhere to employment legislation 
- Understand how Employment Law can offer practical solutions with real business benefits 
- Be able to audit company policies to ensure that they are in line with the law

Course Content
- Introduction and Priority Setting
- What are we going to cover?
- What do I want from the day?
- Why is Employment Law important?
- Does it really affect me? How much do I really need to know in the role I do?
- How is Employment Law developed?
- What are the main pieces of legislation that govern the employer or line manager?
- Discrimination in the workplace
- What is discrimination?
- What are the areas of discrimination? (there are at least 10)
- How do I make sure that my team do not overstep the line between office banter and discrimination?
- Does our recruitment procedure meet discrimination legislation?
- Bullying and Harassment at work
- What's the difference between bullying and harassment?
- I know it goes on - what should I do?
- What are the legal implications, and what are the implications to the business?
- What can I do to prevent or stop bullying and harassment in my workplace?
- Family Care Polices
- What is the government's work-life balance campaign?
- What is the parental rights legislation, and what's best practice?
- Who is entitled to what and when? A quick reference guide
- What rights to employees have to request "flexible working"?
- Grievance, Discipline and Dismissal
- What is the difference between an appeal and a grievance?
- What is the procedure for each?
- What are the main areas of misconduct, and what's the basic legal procedure?
- When can I legally dismiss a member of staff?
- How can I improve my disciplinary procedures?

 
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Duration1 day
 
£325
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Bookings Helpline: 01933 233884 (Monday to Thursday - 8:00am to 5:30pm and Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm).