Human Resource
More small businesses are employing interns Small business owners often find themselves in a role which requires them to wear many hats, from running the main business to book-keeping, administration, IT to sales and marketing. For a small business still...
Fit notes are a great way for employers to manage the impact that sickness has on their business. It also helps employees get the support they need to get back to the workplace quickly and safely. What is a Fit Note? In April 2010, the traditional doctor's...
Contractor vs permanent employee Small businesses owners in the first phase of their growth often need an extra pair of hands to help them manage their growing workload. However, although they are experiencing growth, they may not quite be ready to take...
HR support - standard package Our standard package allows you to get on with business, while we make sure you've got the right policies and information in place. Find out more: HR support - standard package. HR Database We are proud to be able to offer...
What is name blind CV recruitment? As a means of addressing discrimination, back in October 2015, the Prime Minister, David Cameron announced organisations would pledge to recruit on a name blind basis. This would mean managers or recruiters would shortlist...
When is it time to bring in an HR Consultant? Many small companies start life without the assistance of a HR consultant partly due to cost and partly due to a limited need for external support. However, as the business starts to grow, the needs of the...
One of the big challenges for small businesses is managing sickness absence. According to the Chartered institute of Personnel and Development, UK businesses lose £29 billion a year due to sickness absence. Research carried out by HR experts Personnel...
HR support - standard package Our standard package allows you to get on with business, while we make sure you've got the right policies and information in place. Find out more: HR support - standard package. HR Database We are proud to be able to offer...
I am Yvonne Akinmodun and I have been working in the field of HR management for over 20 years. In that time, I have worked with a wide range of organisations, from small charities to large public sector and commercial entities. One of my passions is new...
What is name blind CV recruitment? As a means of addressing discrimination, back in October 2015, the Prime Minister, David Cameron announced organisations would pledge to recruit on a name blind basis. This would mean managers or recruiters would shortlist...
There are reportedly over 11 million people with limiting long term illness, impairment or disability in the UK alone. The most commonly reported impairments are those that affect mobility, lifting or carrying. However, these disabled people are now much...
Paying a bonus in the UK As we get towards the start of a new financial year, companies take this time to look back over the last years performance at company and individual level. For many, this marks the start of discussions about what payments, if...
Any employer who employs staff may at one time or another run the risk of having a tribunal claim made against them. While it is not possible to always prevent a claim, there are a number of things an employer can put in place to help significantly reduce...
Contractor vs permanent employee Small businesses owners in the first phase of their growth often need an extra pair of hands to help them manage their growing workload. However, although they are experiencing growth, they may not quite be ready to take...
Contractor vs permanent employee Small businesses owners in the first phase of their growth often need an extra pair of hands to help them manage their growing workload. However, although they are experiencing growth, they may not quite be ready to take...
The employee appraisal process In order for employees to feel valued and to understand how their contribution within the company adds to the company's productivity it's important to have an employee appraisal process. Employee appraisals should be seen...
Contractor vs permanent employee Small businesses owners in the first phase of their growth often need an extra pair of hands to help them manage their growing workload. However, although they are experiencing growth, they may not quite be ready to take...
Any employer who employs staff may at one time or another run the risk of having a tribunal claim made against them. While it is not possible to always prevent a claim, there are a number of things an employer can put in place to help significantly reduce...
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Cost effective ways to develop employees One of the main barriers to companies developing their staff is the concern around cost. Meanwhile, tech job seekers and new hires are actively looking for opportunities that will support them in expanding and...
Any employer who employs staff may at one time or another run the risk of having a tribunal claim made against them. While it is not possible to always prevent a claim, there are a number of things an employer can put in place to help significantly reduce...
More small businesses are employing interns Small business owners often find themselves in a role which requires them to wear many hats, from running the main business to book-keeping, administration, IT to sales and marketing. For a small business still...
Employee Probationary Period The Employee probationary period is fast becoming an established practice in the U. K. With so much at stake, all potential employers have needed to objectively assess whether the shortlisted candidates would be suited for...
The employee appraisal process In order for employees to feel valued and to understand how their contribution within the company adds to the company's productivity it's important to have an employee appraisal process. Employee appraisals should be seen...
UK Employee Handbook is an essential business tool Many organisations, especially small companies operate in an environment based on informality and rules. In some cases, this could be because the company has taken on a life of its own and grown from...
