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Silk Helix are Experts in HR and Neurodiversity, Helping organisations understand and embrace neurodiversity by creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.
Meet the Founder | Jenefer Livings
Jenefer is a Level 7 CIPD Qualified HR Consultant with a Masters in Personnel and Development, a PG Cert in Neurodiversity and Qualified Workplace Needs Assessor. She's passionate about creating workplaces where neurodivergent people can thrive.
Neurodiversity Awareness Training in Essex
Neurodiversity training ranging from 1 hour webinars (ideal lunch and learn) to full day indepth advanced sessions, creating awareness and giving you the tools to support those who are neurodivergent.
Neurodiversity Consultancy for Employers
Expert neurodiversity consultancy for UK employers. Build inclusive, high-performing teams with tailored support from Silk Helix and Jenefer.
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Neurodiversity and HR Consultancy
Work with us, from free resources to bespoke support from Neurodiversity and Employment Law specialists.
Neurodiversity Specialists
Work with us, from free resources to bespoke support from Neurodiversity and HR specialists.
HR Advice with Neurodiversity Insights
HR support how you need it: Pay-as-you-go, retained or fully out-sourced. Speak to an HR qualified advisor today for a free consultation. Call 01245 910 500.
Workplace Needs Assessment for Autism (ASD / ASC)
Our workplace needs assessments, the specialist alternative to occupational health, identify specific adjustments and strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs and job responsibilities.
Workplace Needs Assessment for Dyspraxia (DCD)
Our workplace needs assessments, the specialist alternative to occupational health, identify specific adjustments and strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs and job responsibilities.
Workplace Needs Assessments
Our workplace needs assessments, the specialist alternative to occupational health, identify specific adjustments and strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs and job responsibilities.
Awareness Training in Essex
With sessions on neurodiversity and sexual harassment ranging from 1 hour webinars (ideal lunch and learn) to full day indepth, advanced sessions.
Training for HR Professionals in Essex
Courses designed to enhance the skills of those who already have a working knowledge of HR and employment law with a focus on neurodiversity.
Workplace Needs Assessment for ADHD
Our workplace needs assessments, the specialist alternative to occupational health, identify specific adjustments and strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs and job responsibilities.
Workplace Needs Assessment for Dyslexia
Our workplace needs assessments, the specialist alternative to occupational health, identify specific adjustments and strategies tailored to an individual's unique needs and job responsibilities.
PAYG HR Advice for Employers
Don't let HR issues derail your business. Our PAYG HR Advice service for employers gives you access to experienced professionals who can help you resolve any HR-related challenges.
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Employment contracts, along with a well written employee handbook, protect your business, underpin the employment relationship and drive excellent performance.
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Our Training includes Discipline and Grievance, Equality and Diversity, Absence, Investigations, Performance and Appraisals.
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Disciplinary Guide (updated for 2025)
Practical guidance for employers, managers and business owners on handling workplace discipline. Free download, available immediately.
Free Guide: Supporting Neurodiverse Talent
Practical strategies to help HR professionals and managers create a more inclusive and productive workplace. Free download, available immediately.
Guide to Onboarding (updated for 2025)
Practical guidance for employers, managers and business owners on onboarding employees. Free download, available immediately.
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Small Employer's Guide to Managing Holidays
Practical guidance for employers, managers and business owners on workers' holiday entitlements. Free download, available immediately.
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How to Get Support at Work as a Carer
Balancing work and caring responsibilities can be incredibly challenging. If you’re a carer, there are legal rights and practical steps you can take to get support in the workplace.
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Creating Inclusive Wellbeing Strategies that Work
Discover how to create inclusive wellbeing strategies that support neurodivergent employees. Learn why traditional approaches fall short and how to transform workplace culture.
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Why Workplace Needs Assessments are Better than Occupational Health Assessments for Neurodivergent Employees
Occupational Health Assessments have been the go to for HR departments whilst this will be relevant for many situations it is often not appropriate for neurodivergent employees.
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Creating Neurodivergent-Friendly Training Delivery in the Workplace
With an estimated 15% of the population being neurodivergent, it’s highly likely that in the training room at least one delegate will be neurodivergent, Here’s how you can make your training delivery neurodivergent-friendly.
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Managing Difficult Conversations with Employees: A Comprehensive Guide for Managers
In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the intricacies of managing difficult conversations with employees, providing you with strategies to navigate these conversations successfully.
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When an Employee Tells you She’s Pregnant, What Do You Do?
Rights and entitlements of a pregnant employee are complex, here we outline the rights of Pregnant employees and why open communication is crucial.
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Constructive Feedback: The AID Model and the Power of Curiosity
Constructive feedback is crucial to nurture their team's growth and improve overall performance, this step by step guide tells you exactly how.
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From Slackers to Superstars, How to Inspire Dedication in your Team
Building a highly dedicated and motivated team is crucial for the success of any organisation. But how can you transform a group of slacking individuals into a powerhouse of productivity and excellence? In this article, we will explore the essential strategies and techniques to inspire dedication in your team and turn them into superstars.
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Effective Strategies for Managing Conflict in the Workplace
Conflict is an inevitable aspect of any workplace environment, take a proactive approach to managing conflict in the workplace, we'll explain exactly how to foster a healthy and productive atmosphere for the whole team.
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The Problem with WhatsApp Groups for Work
WhatsApp as a business tool can be great to keep the team connected and for informal chats. But, what are the risks? Are you letting too much information out of your business? How can you reduce the risks?
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5 Steps to Effectively Managing Performance
Stop nagging and get your team listening to you. As a people manager breaking the cycle of poor performance is in your control and in this blog we tell you how.
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Small Business HR Tips: What Every Founder Needs to Know
Get your HR process in order from the start with these essential tips for founders of small businesses. From hiring to training and onboarding, find all the advice you need here.
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When Can Employers Demand Exclusivity?
How can you safeguard your business from unfair competition? Read on for an overview of exclusivity clauses, the benefits they bring and understand when they’re banned.
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Using Rules to Keep your Workforce Flexible
The truth beyond the myth that putting rules into writing makes the business rigid and inflexible. Putting the right things in writing to protect your business.
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7 Tips on How to Attract and Recruit the Best Candidates in 2023
Struggling to attract the right talent? Discover 10 essential tips on how to recruit today. From connecting with target demographic to optimising job postings - it's everything you need to know!
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Recognition is the key to Employee Wellbeing and Productivity
3 out of 4 employees don’t believe they are getting the recognition they deserve, this is harming their mental health, reducing productivity and increasing absence. What does that mean for business?
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Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
As children, many of us would have heard the line “treat others as you wish to be treated” - when we value diversity and are inclusive we treat others as they wish to be treated.
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Stop Using Probationary Periods!
A probationary period, usually set by the employer as a trial lasting a few months at the beginning of employment. But, they bring more admin headaches than they do benefits.
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Employment Contracts: 5 Common Mistakes and How to avoid them?
5 frequent mistakes employers make when it comes to employment contracts. All of them resulting in failure to protect the business.
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7 HR Myths Debunked!
Knowing what you can do as an employer can be a challenge, in this blog we help by debunking 7 of the most common myths we hear.
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6 Steps to Building a Company Culture
A great culture reduces your cost to hire, increases productivity and reduces marketing spend, in this article we’ll tell you how you get all this.
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Is SMART still Relevant?
SMART objectives, often referred to as the pinnacle of objective writing, but is it really? Do we really need these lengthy complex objectives written to incorporate: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic/Relevant, Time bound.
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7 Reasons you Need an Employee Handbook
An employee handbook isn’t a legal requirement, however, it is key to protecting your business, welcoming new employees and providing your team with the information they need to meet your expectations.
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Are References Worth the Paper They're Written On?
You’ve gone through the recruitment process, offered the role, subject to references. But why? What are you hoping to get from this? Do references really provide you with any benefit?
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HR for Small Business
What HR does your small business really need? And why? In this article we cover the key areas you need to be aware of as a small business owner.
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7 Steps to Increasing Profitability with Great People Leadership
How to have a team that is delivering such a great customer experience that your customers will not only return again and again but they’ll be telling everyone they know about you!
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Caring: The Sandwich Generation
Recent years have shone a light on the care industry and the NHS, whilst at the same time unpaid caring done within families continues to go under the radar. Increasingly that care is provided by adult children who also have their own dependant children at home.
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Should Employers Leverage their Employees Personal Brand?
Social media has risks and rewards. It's a great way to extend your business reach, both directly and indirectly.
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Video in Onboarding
Drive engagement from new starters and improve efficiency in the induction process.
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Disciplinary and Grievance for Managers | Digital Courses
Learn how to manage disciplinary and grievance issues confidently with our comprehensive digital course. Protect your business, handle conduct issues fairly, and create a positive work environment.
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HR for Non-HR Managers | Digital Courses
All the essential HR skills for Managers in this digital course. Learn key employment law and how to manage performance, reduce absence and build a high performing workplace. Start learning immediately!
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HR's Guide to Neurodiversity | Digital Course
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Managing Employee Performance | Digital Courses
Boost your team's productivity with our Managing Performance digital course. Learn how to tackle poor performance, motivate teams and drive business success. Enrol now!
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Sexual Harassment Awareness | Digital Courses
Protect your business and empower your team with our Sexual Harassment Awareness course, ideal for small teams this digital course means you can learn at a convenient time for you.
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Sexual Harassment Awareness and Prevention for Managers | Digital Courses
Sexual Harassment and Awareness prevention for Managers is the essential course for those managing teams, our digital course is available for you to start now.
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Handling Pregnancy and Maternity | Employer's Packs
Got a pregnant employee? This pack will tell you everything you need to know in a mix of written and video content. Available to buy and access immediately.
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Preventing Sexual Harassment Document Pack | Employer's Packs
Understand everything you need to comply with the employers duty to prevent sexual harassment with this pack, including the documents you need and video training content.
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Employment Contracts and Employee Handbook | HR
Protect your Business with Legally Compliant Employment Contracts and HR Policies, built with inclusion at the centre. Download instantly for just £49. Bespoke documents also available.
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What Does a Good Workplace Needs Assessment Report Include?
This guide explains exactly what you should expect from a workplace needs assessment and what you should see in a report.
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What Happens During a Workplace Needs Assessment?
Understanding the workplace needs assessment process is imporant for both employer and the individual, in this article Jenefer explains exactly what to expect from a WNA.
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When and Why You Need a Workplace Needs Assessment?
Understand how a workplace needs assessment can help employers in their duty to make reasonable adjustments and create inclusive envirnoments.
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Neurodiversity as a Strategic Business Advantage
Discover how embracing neurodiversity drives innovation, productivity, and retention. Learn why training HR and managers is key to unlocking business performance through inclusive practices.
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Supporting Your First Neurodivergent Employee: A Practical Guide for Employers
Offered someone a job and they've disclosed they're neurodivergent? This guide explains what that means, what your responsibilities are and offers practical tips to support them from day one, ensuring they thrive in your workplace.
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What Does Neurodiversity Actually Mean in the Workplace?
Discover what neurodiversity really means in the workplace, why it matters, and what HR professionals need to know to create inclusive, supportive environments for all.
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Workplace Needs Assessment - A guide for employees
Discover how a Workplace Needs Assessment can help you succeed at work. Learn about the benefits, process, and how it provides tailored support for employees facing challenges in the workplace
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Managing Grievances in the Workplace: A Practical Guide for Employers
Learn how to manage employee grievances effectively in your business. This guide covers informal vs formal processes, legal obligations, and common pitfalls to avoid.
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Can I Discipline a Neurodivergent Employee? Understanding Your Responsibilities as an Employer
Can you discipline a neurodivergent employee without discriminating? Discover how to navigate conduct issues, reasonable adjustments and legal responsibilities fairly and confidently.
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Understanding Reasonable Adjustments: A Guide for Employers
In this article you'll find the exact steps to take to make reasonable adjustments that ensure everyone on your team can thrive.
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Supporting Dyspraxic Employees
Employers can support and embrace those with dyspraxia in the workplace by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, in this article we’ll tell you how!
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The Power of Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Creating a workplace where employees feel safe. In this article, we’ll explore what psychological safety is, why it matters, and how it can help employers promote neuroinclusion and prevent workplace harassment.
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Employment Law Changes coming soon: New Employment Rights Bill
The biggest employment law changes in a generation, with a focus on the individual rights here we go into the details that will impact most employers.
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The Benefits of Workplace Needs Assessments for Employees with Dyslexia or ADHD
Workplace needs assessments are a critical tool in creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for employees with dyslexia or ADHD, in this article we explain why.
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A New Era in Employment Law: Key Proposals from the Labour Government's First King's Speech
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Our employment law expert examines the government's proposed changes to legislation, reflecting on what this means for businesses in the UK.
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Embracing Neurodiversity in the Workplace: The Importance of Awareness Training
The benefits of neurodiversity awareness training go above and beyond that of the legal requirements of The Equality Act 2010, providing both cost savings and strategic advantages to your business.
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Understanding Workplace Needs Assessments for Neurodivergent Employees
In today’s increasingly diverse workforce, it’s essential for employers to recognise and accommodate the unique needs of all employees, workplace needs assessments will help you do that.
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What is a Disability?
The word “disability” is used often in the world of HR and people management including, in this article we explore what this means to employers and employees.
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Understanding Your Obligations: The Proactive Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment
Everything you need to know about the Proactive Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment, set to come into force in October 2024 under the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023.
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Understanding Paternity Leave Entitlements: A Guide for Employers
What changes to paternity leave during 2024 mean for employers, the tell all guide.
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Navigating Flexible Working Requests: A Guide for Employers
The right to request flexible working changes in 2024, with it becoming a right from day 1 for all employees.In this article we explain exactly what this means for employers.
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Supporting Employees with Dyslexia: A Guide for Inclusive Workplaces
By implementing thoughtful strategies, employers accommodate and empower employees with dyslexia. In this article, we explore practical ways to support individuals with dyslexia in the workplace.
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Supporting Autistic Employees
Supporting those with ASD in the workplace can be simple with a few inexpensive reasonable adjustments and by making the workplace autism friendly, in this article we explain how.
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Does Pregnancy and Maternity Prevent Redundancy?
What does the Maternity, Adoption, and Shared Parental Leave Regulations 2024 really mean for employers, this comprehensive guide explains all.
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Employment Law in 2024
Rounding up the employment law changes coming in 2024.The complete guide for employers.
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How to Conduct a Workplace Investigation
Compliance with the ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures is essential for a fair process and particularly in voiding claims of unfair dismissal and in this article we’ll tell you how.
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How We Can Support Neurodivergent Employees
Employers can support and embrace neurodiversity in the workplace by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, in this article we’ll tell you how!
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Employers Guide to Disciplinary Procedures
Getting disciplinary procedures right is crucial to ensuring employees are treated fairly and in making fair dismissal decisions. This guide covers the key steps all employers should be aware of and follow.
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Do We Need to do Appraisals?
Discover what you really need to ensure you’re getting the best out of your team and it’s not a tick box appraisal exercise.
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The Importance of Managing Staff Leave Effectively
Managing staff leave can be a challenge, but with the right approach, it can be a breeze. Phil Norton describes the importance of effective staff leave management and how to implement it in your organisation.
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What Adjustments Can We Make for Employees with ADHD?
With ADHD affecting 10% of the population, how you support those with ADHD in the workplace matters, here we give practical suggestions to help you know where to start.
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Essential HR Documentation Every Business Should Have
Don't know where to start when it comes to HR documentation? Check out this guide and learn the essentials every business should have in place!
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Employment Law in 2023
Rounding up the employment law changes from 2022 and the employment law we expect to see in 2023.The complete guide for employers
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When Can You Make Deductions from Wages?
What are unlawful deductions from wages and when can you make deductions lawfully? In this article we’ll explain all.
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Do we have to pay people for the extra bank holiday for the coronation of King Charles III in 2023?
2023 sees an extra bank holiday for the coronation of King Charles III. In this article we explore what employees are entitled to and how you can manage the additional bank holiday.
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Can you Sack Someone for Posting on BeReal at Work?
BeReal is the latest social media platform aimed at unfiltered real life by randomly selecting a time and alerting its users to post an image within 2 minutes. What does that mean for employers?
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An Employers Guide to Parental Leave
Parental leave is the right to planned unpaid time off work to care for children, everything is explained in this how to guide for employers.
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How to Use a Training Fees Agreement
When you’re paying for training courses you want to protect that investment, find out how to use training agreements to do just that.
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What Happens When an Employee Won’t Sign their Contract
What do you do when an employee won’t sign their contract? Does this mean they don’t have a contract? In this article we explore everything you need to know.
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Menopause and Work: How to support women going through menopause
With menopausal women the largest growing demographic in the UK and discrimination cases rises - how do we support women at work and avoid tribunal claims?
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Digital Right to Work Checks 2022
Employers must carry out a right to work check to avoid a penalty of up to £20,000. Those checks are changing and can now be digital.
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How to Write an Employee Handbook
As a UK small business owner, what should be included in an Employee Handbook? Or perhaps the first question is, why do you even need one? Take a read and we’ll answer both.
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What do Employment Contracts contain?
There is a list of information you must provide by day 1, however, employment contracts should go further than this and work for your business. Watertight contracts will set both what your people should expect of you and what you expect of them.
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7 Steps to Managing Performance
Underperformance is frustrating and disruptive, respond quickly before the problem escalates. Following the right process will keep you compliant and ensure employers are meeting your performance expectations.
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Employment Law in 2022
Whilst we hope to see some normality returning in 2022, there will remain to be employment legislation changes to be aware of. So, what do you need to know for 2022?
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Extra Bank Holiday 2023 | Employers Guide
2023 sees an extra bank holiday for the coronation of King Charles. In this article we explore what employees are entitled to and how you can manage the additional bank holiday.
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When an Employee tells you she’s pregnant, what do you do?
Understand the rights and entitlements of your pregnant employees as well as how to support her and protect your business.
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Do we have to pay people for the extra bank holiday for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022?
2022 sees an extra bank holiday (plus a moved one) for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. In this article we explore what employees are entitled to and how you can manage the additional bank holiday.
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Your Duties as an Employer
Employment law can be complex, in this article we highlight 7 key duties as an employer and crucially how to protect your business.
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Be Careful if you are using WhatsApp
Many use Whatspp asa business tool, it can be great to keep the team connected and for informal chats. But, what are the risks? Are you letting too much information out of your business? How can you reduce the risks?
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Supporting LGBTQ+ Employees
Stonewall reports that one in five employees have faced discrimination due to sexual orientation. In this article we explore you you can support LGBTQ+ employees and create an inclusive workforce.
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5 Critical Mistakes Business Owners Make and How to Avoid Them
We’ve pulled together the 5 most common mistakes we’ve seen business owners make when it comes to employing people and share our tips on how to avoid them.
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How and When Can an Employee Be Suspended From Work?
Thinking of suspending an employee? Read this guide to learn more about the legal processes and limitations in regards to suspension times in the UK
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Employee or Self-employed? What’s best for your salon?
When it comes to running a salon, there is no ‘one size fits all’. Business models come in all shapes and sizes and the model you choose will involve deciding whether to employ people or not.
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How do you deal with an underperforming employee?
An underperforming employee will soak up management time and lower productivity. If not tackled it is left to get worse. You will need to have a conversation with them, but how?
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When is an Investigation Needed?
When is comes to dismissing an employee fairly for poor conduct that dismissal must be the result of a reasonable belief of guilt which has been derived from a full and thorough investigation.
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Can We Train People During Furlough? | Coronavirus and HR
As we reach one year of furlough many people will have been out of the workplace for a significant proportion of that time - how can you ensure your team are ready for coming back to work?
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Statutory Rate Increases April 2025
National Minimum and National Living Wage rates from April 2025. Statutory Sick Pay and Family Friendly rates.
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The Importance of Supporting Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing
1 in 6 people within the workforce will suffer as a result of their mental health. Employers can't afford to ignore it. Guest writer Leila Hobart looks at the impact of mental health in the workplace and how employers can support their employees.
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Your Duties as an Employer under the Kickstart Scheme
The kickstart scheme is a great benefit to business and individuals alike. Whilst wages are covered by the grant, employers should still be aware of their duties as an employer and protect their business.
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2021 Employment Law Updates | Coronavirus and HR
2021 looks like it'll be another year of reacting to rapidly changing legislation resulting from the covid-19 pandemic. What other employment law changes should you be looking out for this year?
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Can Employers Insist on Employees Having the Covid-19 Vaccine?
News of a vaccine has been met with positivity and hope for life and business to return to normal, but how much control do employers have when it comes to whether or not their employees are vaccinated.
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Employers Guide to Brexit
The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020 with a transition period until 31 December 2020. 2021 sees the introduction of the EU Settlement Scheme, what does this mean for employers?
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Homeworking Policy: What to Include
Whether moving to homeworking, setting up a company remote first or handling one-off requests, this complete guide to writing a homeworking policy looks at exactly what should be included.
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Employing for the First Time: 5 Things you Need to Know
Employing people for the first time? It can be an exciting and daunting time. Understand your rights and responsibilities as an employer. Know your options and make the right choices for your business.
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What has 2020 Changed for HR?
Whilst the furlough scheme may be temporary, there are a number of employment legislation changes in 2020 that employers must be aware of. It's not just legislation, ways of working for many have changed forever. In this article we explore what 2020 has changed for HR and employers.
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The Business Benefits of Employee Wellbeing
A productive workforce needs to be physically and mentally healthy. In this article we explore what a healthy work environment looks like, how employers can promote wellbeing and why it's necessary.
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7 Top Tips for Managing Absence
Sickness absence is distruptive, understand what causes absence, what you can do to manage it and how to reduce the impact on your business.
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The Impact of Domestic Abuse in the Workplace
1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men will experience domestic abuse at some point in their lives, many whilst employed. Abuse doesn’t get left at home, the effects will impact business.
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Christmas Parties in 2020
Ideas for the office christmas party in 2020. What you can do for our people if you can’t have a party. Don’t just ignore this key date in the corporate calendar.
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Why your Job Adverts are Putting People Off
Is your recruitment process really geared towards diversity and inclusion? We explore what you might be doing wrong and how to improve, enabling your business to outperform your competitors.
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Return to the Office
From 1st August employers have discretion to decide whether their employees return to the office. In this article we explore whether you should bring people back to the office.
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How to Manage Remote Teams
Get remote working right and there are plenty of rewards for business. It does have its leadership challenges. Managing by monitoring presence doesn’t work, however this is one of the benefits.
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7 Ways HR will Grow Your Business
Getting the right people doing the best job in the most effective way - that’s what HR is about. I suspect as a business leader that’s what you’re about too.
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What is a disciplinary procedure?
Employers are required to have a disciplinary procedure and provide it to employees. In this article we look at what that means and what is required of your disciplinary procedure.
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How to Manage Probationary Periods in 2025
The probationary period is your opportunity to identify those who are not suitable for the role. In this article we explore how to use probationary periods to the advantage of your business.
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Job Descriptions: The Ultimate Guide Updated for 2024
Traditionally job descriptions were simply a list of task, in this guide we look at how to create job descriptions that actually work for your business. No more "it's not in my job description".
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Flexible Furlough and Your Business
Winding down the scheme and the impacts of this on your business, from changes in working hours to redundancies.
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How To: Remote Onboarding | Employee Induction
Research has shown that successful onboarding increases employee retention and job satisfaction whilst also reducing absence. Getting it right is not complicated but does require some thought and planning particularly when it comes to remote workers.
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An Employers Guide to Getting Communication Right
Communication, too little or too much? It can be difficult to get the balance just right. Too much overwhelms and gets shut out whilst too little makes people feel shut out. In this guide we look at what, why and how we communicate with employees.
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How To: Onboarding | Employee Induction
Research has shown that successful onboarding increases employee retention and job satisfaction whilst also reducing absence. Getting it right is not complicated but does require some thought and planning.
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Holiday and Furlough
On 13th May 2020 the government issued guidance on holiday during Furlough. In this guide we have summarised that guidance to help employers make decisions around holiday for their employees.
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Business Planning as Lockdown Relaxes | Coronavirus | Reopening Business
Coronavirus and lockdown happened fast, there wasn't much time to plan. Now we know what we can face, making plans for the future is essential.
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Keep Your Furloughed Workers Engaged
Coronavirus job retention scheme implemented... Now what?
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Preparing for a Post-COVID-19 World
The world of work is changing. In April 2020 we made our predictions of what the future will look like for business.
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Engagement is now more important than ever | Coronavirus
Engaging your workforce will be vital to getting your business through this period, regardless of the type of changes your business is facing or will face in a few months time.
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Redundancy after Furlough
Lay-off and short-time working. Fair procedure and consultation are required. Time may be of the essence!
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Crucial 5: Managing Homeworkers During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A complete guide to managing homeworkers during a pandemic. Hints and tips for business owners regarding Monitoring, Communication, Health & Safety, Flexibility, Well-being and Mental Health for employees.
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Homeworking with Kids: A Guide for Employers
Advice for businesses with employees working from home, alongside their children, now that schools are closing. Supporting homeworking will help you to run your business over the coming months.
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Lay-off and Short-time Working: A Guide for Employers
Lay-off and short time working are temporary alternatives to redundancy. If the business has to close or experiences a drop in work or revenue, then lay-off and short time working may be the best option to keep people in employment long term.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Advice for Employers
Plan. Reduce the Risks. Take Action. Manage Absence. Short time working and lay-offs.
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April 2020 Employment Law Changes | Good Work Plan
Following the Good Work Plan significant changes were brought into force in April 2020. This guide outlines the key changes and responsibilities of employers.
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Employer Brand: Not just for big business
Make your business the employer of choice. What is an employer brand and how can it help you recruit better. A complete guide to creating an employer brand as a small business.
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Snow Disruption, An Employers Guide to Snow
When your employees can't get to work due to snow, do you have to pay them? Can you make them come to work? What can you do as an employer?
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Dismissing an Employee: How and when can you fire someone
Did you know, the first two years of employment is the easiest time to dismiss? A dismissal is the termination of an employees contract, there a five lawful reasons for dismissal and a fair procedure must be followed.
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Complete Guide to Holiday Pay in 2024
A guide for employers, how to calculate holiday pay. Including April 2024 changes to what must be included in holiday pay. Rolled up holiday pay. Term Time workers.
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A Guide to Employment Status: Employee, Worker or Self-Employed?
Employee or self-employed? What is best for your business? A complete guide to understanding employment status and avoiding costly mistakes. Avoid financial penalties and employment tribunal claims.
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Putting an end to Sexual Harassment!
How can employers put an end to sexual harassment in the workplace? In this guide we explore practical steps employers can take to reduce the risk and deal with instances of sexual harassment.
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Social Media at Work | Social Media Policy
Social media presents employers with benefits and challenges. Your employees should be your biggest fans, supporting your marketing efforts. But, what if they say the wrong thing? How do you reduce the risk?
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Your Managers Matter | People Join a Company but Leave a Manager
Getting the management and leadership of people right is a great opportunity for your business, whilst getting it wrong creates a threat. Managers who are skilled and are vision and goal focused can achieve great results from their teams.
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A Guide to Dealing with Difficult People at Work
Management comes with difficult people and situations, in this guide we look at how to manage difficult people and situations. The biggest mistake employers make is not tackling difficult people - don't let that be you.
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Bus Driver Unfairly Dismissed Despite Positive Drug Test
Drug testing and disciplinary procedures must be sound for a fair dismissal as First Essex Buses found when an Employment Tribunal ordered them to pay £40k for wrongful and unfair dismissal despite the employee failing a random drug test.
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Do we need a Social Media Policy?
A comprehensive guide to why you need a social media policy, what it should include and how to ensure it is relevant in 2020. Crucially your social media policy must align with your social media strategy, company and individual online presence.
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How to Manage Notice Periods
Notice periods, are an interesting time for employees and managers alike, attitudes are changing, often the employee mentally left before they even handed in their notice, so why do we use them and how do we manage an employee in their notice period?
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Taking on an Apprentice | An Employers Guide to Hiring Apprentices
Hiring Apprentices, find out your responsibilities as an employer and how to protect your business. Have a specific question? Call today or request a call back for our Free 30 minute advice call.
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The Disciplinary Procedure Made Simple
Employers must have a disciplinary procedure. A disciplinary warning or dismissal must be the result of a fair procedure - in this guide we outline the procedure employers must follow.
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A Guide to Employment Contracts updated for 2024 | Written Statement of Particulars
Our complete guide to employment contracts. How to protect your business and comply with employment law, including the April 2020 legislation changes.
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Contractors and Employment Status: Understanding IR35
In April 2020 changes that were due to come into force regarding the way contractors are taxed have been delayed until April 2021. A guide to these changes, focusing on defining “contractor” and making decisions around the employment relationship.
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ADHD Awareness | Training
Discover our ADHD Awareness Training for workplaces—helping managers and employees understand ADHD, meet Equality Act obligations, and leverage neurodiverse strengths.
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Advanced Employee Relations | Training
Gain essential skills for managing complex employee relations issues with our Advanced Employee Relations course. Learn practical strategies for handling neurodiversity, mental health, menopause, and more.
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Disciplinary and Grievance in Practice | Training
Learn how to manage disciplinary and grievance issues confidently with our comprehensive training. Protect your business, handle conduct issues fairly, and create a positive work environment.
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Dyslexia Awareness | Training
Dyslexia Awareness Training to equip your team with essential knowledge and create an inclusive workplace. Learn about dyslexia’s challenges and strengths, ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010, and empower employees to reach their full potential.
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Effective Communication | Training
Enhance your leadership skills with our Effective Communication course. Ideal for managers, HR professionals, and team leads, this training empowers you to build a positive, productive workplace.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | Training
Transform your workplace with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion course. Learn to recognise unconscious bias, prevent bullying and harassment, and boost team morale. Protect your business from costly legal risks in a culture of respect and inclusivity.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for Managers | Training
Transform your workplace with our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion course. Learn to recognise unconscious bias, prevent bullying and harassment, and boost team morale. Protect your business from costly legal risks in a culture of respect and inclusivity.
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HR for non-HR Managers | Training
Equip your management team with essential HR skills in our HR for Non-HR Managers course. Learn key employment law, manage performance and reduce absence for a compliant, high-performing workplace.
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Introduction to Management | Training
A foundational workshop in people management, equipping new managers with the HR, communication, and conflict resolution skills to succeed. Empower your team with this course.
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Investigations for Managers and HR Professionals | Training
Enhance your skills in conducting thorough workplace investigations with our Investigation Training course, designed for managers and HR professionals. Learn about the ACAS code, evidence gathering, interview techniques, and more to ensure fair and compliant investigation processes.
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Management Development | Training
Our 3-day management training course covers people management skills, employment law essentials, conflict resolution, and more. Equip your managers with the skills to lead effectively
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Managing Absence | Training
Learn effective strategies for managing employee absences in our Managing Absence course. Perfect for managers and HR teams, this course covers compliance, disability considerations, and practical solutions for reducing absences.
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Managing Performance | Training
Boost your team's productivity with our Managing Performance training. Learn to tackle poor performance, motivate teams, and drive business success.
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Neurodiversity Awareness | Training
Boost inclusivity and reduce legal risk with our Neurodiversity Awareness Workshop for employees. This 2-hour session raises awareness of neurodiverse conditions, unconscious bias, and practical ways to support neurodivergent colleagues and customers.
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Neurodiversity for HR Professionals | Training
Designed for HR teams, this course provides insights into the Equality Act 2010, neurodiverse strengths, reasonable adjustments, and best practices for creating an inclusive workplace. Enhance compliance and support neurodiverse employees effectively.
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Sexual Harassment Awareness | Training
Protect your business and empower your team with our Sexual Harassment Awareness & Prevention Training, fully compliant with the Worker Protection Act. Book employee and manager sessions today!
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Sexual Harassment Awareness and Prevention for Managers | Training
Protect your business and empower your team with our Sexual Harassment Awareness & Prevention Training, fully compliant with the Worker Protection Act. Book employee and manager sessions today!