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Why train your staff?
A guide to why you should invest in staff training and development.
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A guide to why you should invest in staff training and development.
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Flexi time template
This useful interactive tool can be used to record flexi time.
HR
Members only
Flexi time policy
If you wish to offer staff the benefits of managing their working time within a flexible system, then this document will help you develop a policy in this area.
HR
Members only
Understanding employee turnover
This guide explains how to measure employee turnover to assess the effectiveness of people management in your organisation.
HR
Members only
Guide to engaging and retaining staff
Top tips to understanding why staff leave and what to consider in order to retain them.
HR
Members only
Health & Safety at work – HSE guide
If you think health and safety has to be complicated – it doesn’t. This document is adapted from HSE guidance, and provides the top line details you need for compliance, along with sign posting for more in-depth information.
HR
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Statutory sick pay – guidance notes
A handy guide to statutory sick pay for employees.
HR, Legal
Members only
Managing the probationary period guide
This step-by-step guide offers practical guidance to managing a successful probationary process and helping you deal with more difficult issues of underperformance.
HR
Members only
Probationary period: Objective setting form
Handy template to help you set objectives for the induction/probationary period.
HR
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Probationary period procedure
This sample will help you set and follow an effective probationary period procedure.