HR Responsibility and Policies
A copy of any Handbook and Rules should always be available to employees, and best practice is to give each individual their own copy on induction, and ensure they sign these
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A copy of any Handbook and Rules should always be available to employees, and best practice is to give each individual their own copy on induction, and ensure they sign these
View moreWhen recruiting staff, you should understand and keep up to date with your legal obligations, making sure your recruitment and selection procedures comply with the law.
View moreA contract of employment is a legally binding agreement between an employer and employee.
View moreThis section looks at the different types of discrimination with examples of how they apply to disability discrimination
View moreThe Working Time Regulations 1998 implemented the Working Time Directive (now Directive 2003/88/EC).
View moreThis section introduces the main rights, outlines shared parental leave and looks at adoption rights, which are broadly in line with statutory maternity leave and pay.
View moreDifficulties may arise at various points in the employment relationship, and disciplinary and grievance procedures are there to ensure that these challenges are dealt with fairly and consistently.
View moreEmployers are expected to comply with the principles set out in the Acas code of practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures when handling a grievance.
View moreHourly paid manual workers are more likely to be paid weekly and to have specific provision for overtime payment in their contract of employment. Monthly paid workers, who earn a salary rather than a wage, are less likely to be entitled to overtime payment.
View moreIt has long been established that employers have a common law and implied contractual duty to take reasonable care for the health, safety and welfare at work of their employees.
View morePerformance appraisals are an important aspect of the modern workplace. Holding these on a regular basis allows you to provide staff with valuable feedback that encourages their professional development.
View moreIndustrial action raises complicated issues and HR advice should always be taken.
View moreEmployee absence is a significant cost for many organisations, employees may need time off for a variety of reasons, from short-term sickness to longer-term health issues.
View moreBoth the employee and employer are normally entitled to a minimum period of notice on termination of employment. Notice periods should be one of the main terms and conditions of employment and included in the employee's written statement.
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