Introduction to Employment Law

The aim of this course is to equip you with an understanding of the basics of employment contracts, discrimination, data protection, maternity and holiday entitelment and the practical implications that they have for your organisation

Who should attend?

Any manager, HR, learning and development professional or member of staff who would like to who would like to master the basics of employment contracts, discrimination, data protection, maternity, holidays and the practical implications that they have for your organisation

Benefits

By the end of this workshop you will be able to:

•  Recruit and select  employees in a fair and equitable manner
• Agree the terms of employment and how they can be changed
• Reduce the risk of legal action by understanding the key aspects associated with discrimination
• Handle difficult decisions by learning about discipline, grievance and appeals

Course Overview:

• The contract of employment and its terms
• Data protection at work
• Race discrimination
• Sex discrimination
• Disability discrimination
• Pregnancy and maternity protection
• Paid annual leave
• Statutory sick pay
• Discipline, grievance and appeals
• Termination of the contract
• Fair and unfair dismissal
• Action planning

Style of the Course: The course is highly active and participative. During the workshop participants undertake activities, exercises and discussions to help them put what they learn into practice.

COURSE LENGTH: ONE DAY WORKSHOP 09.00 TO 17.00 WITH AN HOUR FOR LUNCH

COURSE VENUES: LONDON

2009 COURSE DATES: APRIL 29 & OCTOBER 16. Other course dates available on request.

PRICE: £450 plus VAT. We provide discounts when booking 3 or more delegates. We can also run this course for you in-company at favourable rates for 4 or more people. Please contact us on 01628 526535 or info@thestairway.co.uk