Conducting a formal hearing

For disciplinary, capability and absence management hearings, employees have certain rights which mean particular processes need to be followed and that decision making is reasonable in the circumstances. Get it wrong and an organisation risks undermining the employment relationship and not being able to achieve the purpose of the hearing.

Attendees will learn through discussion and activities what a formal hearing is for, how to ensure a hearing is conducted fairly and effectively to provide a constructive outcome for the needs of the business.

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Contact one of our Training Coordinators on 020 7490 3030, e-mail training@itecskills.ac.uk or through the contact us form for more information and a quote.

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Course Details

Course Outline

This course will cover:

  • Procedures requiring a hearing.
  • The purpose of a hearing.
  • Legal issues impacting hearings.
  • Roles and responsibilities.
  • Record keeping.
  • The hearing:
    -Planning and preparation.
    -Roles.
    -Tricky issues.
    -Note-taking.
  • Making the decision.
  • Appeals.

All our training courses are delivered virtually. The webinar systems used do not require software download.

Who Is This Course For?

HR professionals and line managers with little or no experience of formal hearings. The workshop will explain or refresh the minimum standards and why they exist.

The Centre works with people from all sectors including the public sector, voluntary sector, corporate sector and private sector.

What Will This Course Help Me Do : Learning Outcomes?

Attendees will be able to:
• Determine when it is and is not appropriate to hold a formal hearing
• Appreciate the implications of the law surrounding formal hearings
• Increase their confidence in arranging and conducting formal hearings

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