Issued 11 April 2026
- understanding the <strong>legal framework of employment </strong>in the UK from recruitment to termination - identifying the <strong>correct employment status</strong> and choosing the appropriate contract type - implementing <strong>compliant employment contracts</strong>, policies and Employer Handbook documentation - managing <strong>disciplinary, grievance, whistleblowing and sexual harassment procedures</strong> correctly - recognising current and upcoming <strong>employment law changes </strong>affecting employers in 2026 and beyond - documenting employment decisions and processes to reduce legal and tribunal risk - applying practical compliance measures in day-to-day staff management
By the end of the course participants <strong>will be able to:</strong> - identify the <strong>main legal duties of an employer</strong> in the UK - distinguish between employee, worker and self-employed status in practical scenarios - select and use the correct type of employment contract, including permanent, fixed-term and zero-hours arrangements - implement key Employer Handbook policies and supporting documentation in a compliant way - handle workplace issues using appropriate procedures and records - understand the main <strong>2026 employment law changes</strong> and prepare their business accordingly - reduce the risk of disputes, tribunal claims and compliance failures through better documentation and process management
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