The “Role and Skills of a Valuable HR Assistant Training Course” (ONLINE EVENT: July 4, 2025) is designed to equip HR professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to efficiently manage HR functions. As HR departments face constant changes in legislation and handle sensitive employee issues, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of employment law, GDPR, recruitment, and employee management.
1. Why HR Assistants Are Vital to Business Success:
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HR assistants play a key role in ensuring smooth HR operations.
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Regularly deal with sensitive employee issues, requiring legal knowledge and best practices.
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Must stay updated on evolving HR procedures to avoid costly errors.
2. Benefits of Attending This Training Course:
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Master the recruitment process, from job posting to selection.
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Understand legal requirements for employment contracts and how to vary terms.
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Explore employee leave rights, including maternity, paternity, and parental leave.
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Learn how GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 impact HR practices.
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Navigate discrimination laws and ensure equality of opportunity.
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Gain confidence in handling discipline and grievance procedures.
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Understand ‘fair’ dismissal practices and the role of the Employment Tribunal.
3. Who Should Attend:
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New and existing HR staff seeking essential training.
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Experienced HR professionals needing an update on employment law.
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Staff assigned to HR responsibilities looking to enhance their skills.
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HR administrators aiming to advance to the next level.
4. Certifications:
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CPD: 6 hours of training for your records.
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Certificate of completion upon course completion.
5. Course Agenda Overview:
A. Introduction: The Importance of HR
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The role of HR in business success.
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Responsibilities of HR administrators.
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Developing and implementing HR policies.
B. Understanding Employment Law:
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Overview of current employment legislation.
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Statutory vs. occupational rights.
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Addressing changes in employment law.
C. Recruitment and Selection Process:
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Identifying job requirements and candidate profiles.
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Navigating UK Right to Work issues post-Brexit.
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Attracting, assessing, and selecting candidates.
D. Managing Employment Practices and GDPR:
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Types of employment contracts and their implications.
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Employee rights to written terms and conditions.
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Best practices for varying and managing contract terms.
E. Family-Friendly Rights in the Workplace:
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Understanding statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity, and parental leave.
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Employee rights for flexible working arrangements.
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Best practices for handling employee requests.
F. Navigating Discrimination Law:
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Understanding the Equality Act and its implications.
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Types of discrimination and how to prevent them.
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Remedies for unlawful discrimination.
G. Discipline and Dismissal Procedures:
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Employee rights during disciplinary actions.
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ACAS Code of Practice and best practices.
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Conducting effective disciplinary interviews.
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Understanding fair, constructive, and wrongful dismissal.
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The role of the Employment Tribunal in dispute resolution.
6. Practical Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios:
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Interactive sessions covering actual situations faced by HR assistants.
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Trainer-led discussions to clarify HR responsibilities and best practices.
This comprehensive HR assistant training course provides the knowledge and skills needed to navigate complex HR functions with confidence. From mastering recruitment and employment law to managing sensitive employee issues, this course ensures that HR assistants are well-equipped to support their organizations effectively.
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