In Writing - How to Draft Grievance, Disciplinary & Dismissal Documentation

Introduction

It is essential to record HR matters in writing.

This is so that both the employer and the employee have an agreed understanding of what has been said, but also in case the matter ends up in the employment tribunal. Having a clear record of what has been said reduces the necessity of relying on memory.

During this virtual classroom seminar, we look at the different documents that are created when addressing difficult situations with employees and, using a series of case study scenarios, we explore how we can best word those documents.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• Letters in the disciplinary and dismissal process
• A letter inviting an employee to a disciplinary meeting
• A letter confirming a disciplinary sanction
• A letter confirming the outcome of an appeal
• What to include in a dismissal letter
• Investigations
• What to include in an investigation report
• Writing effective witness statements
• Letters in the grievance process
• A letter inviting an employee to a grievance meeting
• A letter confirming the outcome of a grievance meeting
• Addressing an appeal against the outcome of a grievance meeting
• Letters in the redundancy process
• What to include in an ‘at risk’ letter
• A letter to an employee explaining the opportunity for suitable alternative employment
• A letter to an employee confirming that the trial period for suitable alternative employment has not worked out
• A letter confirming dismissal due to redundancy

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.