Why is Disciplinary and Grievance Training Important?
Disciplinary and Grievance training is vital for equipping managers and HR professionals with the expertise needed to handle sensitive employee issues with fairness, consistency, and adherence to employment laws. Mishandling these cases can lead to serious repercussions, such as low employee morale, increased conflict, decreased productivity, and potentially costly legal disputes. This training ensures that workplace concerns are addressed in a professional, transparent, and consistent manner, fostering an environment where employees feel respected and valued, which in turn reduces perceptions of favouritism or bias.
From a legal standpoint, training helps organisations meet their statutory obligations, thereby minimising the risk of claims related to unfair dismissal, discrimination, or wrongful termination. Properly managing grievances and disciplinary actions also safeguards the organization’s reputation and promotes a positive work culture. Employees are more engaged and satisfied when their issues are handled respectfully and promptly. For managers, it strengthens critical leadership and conflict resolution skills, enabling them to navigate difficult situations with confidence. Ultimately, this training minimises workplace disruptions, ensures compliance, and creates a more harmonious and high-performing organisation, effectively balancing the protection of employee rights with the company’s operational needs.
Who should attend this course?
This Disciplinary and Grievance course is for new or existing HR professionals responsible for handling employee relations. It may also benefit team leaders and senior managers who are involved in the fair and consistent management of teams in line with organisational procedures.
How is it delivered?
Course Objectives
This 1-day Disciplinary and Grievance training course can be delivered either as a face-to-face workshop or via a trainer-led remote training session.
Participants receive a digital workbook to support them throughout their development.
As a result of this training, participants will:
- Discuss why the business has disciplinary and grievance procedures in place
- Familiarise with the policy and feel clear on definitions/actions to follow with disciplinary and grievance matters
- Practice the key skills involved in conducting hearing in a fair and legally compliant way
- Recognise possible outcomes and practice making decisions
- Discuss the appeal rights of an employee and the process to follow when a decision is appealed.
- Appreciate the risks and legal rights involved in the process and discuss how to mitigate risks to protect themselves, the employee and the business
To book this Disciplinary and Grievance course, please call 0345 021 2356 or e-mail [email protected]
Course Benefits
What flexibility can be offered with this course?
Participants attending this course can expect the following:
- Enhanced understanding of discipline and grievance best practices
- Assertive communication skills
- Confidence navigating difficult conversations
- Proactive risk management
- Evidence-based decision-making skills
This course can be adapted in line with a specific context for first line management within your organisation.
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For more information, contact us at [email protected] or ring 0345 021 2356.
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Adalta Development Ltd
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