Video Transcript Good morning Everybody I’m Elissa Thursfield, managing director of HR Anchor and today we’re going to be talking to you about compulsory vaccinations in the care sector. So it’s a real hot topic at the moment, it’s all everyone’s talking about really in the care sector at the moment and the challenges […]
Follow our 10 step check list to ensure nothing is missed during your onboarding process 1. Send offer letter 2. Inform departments 3. References 4. Check the contract 5. Set a reminder to give contract on day 1 6. Communication 7. Prepare for start date 8. Access 9. Induction 10. Introductions For more information […]
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Can I continue a disciplinary process when an employee is signed off sick with stress? It’s a myth that you have to abandon the process. You can still continue but you need to add in extra steps to ensure it is fair and reasonable. Engage occupational health or ask GP for a report […]
Where do I stand when employees are refusing to return after furlough? Speak to the employee to understand why. If they are concerned its not safe run through the risk assessment with them and reassure them with they steps you have taken. If they are just used to being at home, look into hybrid working […]
Can I ask an employee if they have been vaccinated? You can’t just ask because you want to know. Vaccination status is “special” category of personal data under GDPR or DPA 2018. Special information which should only be collected under special circumstances. Why would you need to now this health information? To conduct a […]
What are the implications for a business if an employee is not given a contract of employment on day 1? Its a requirement by law to issue a contract of employment (section 1 statement of particulars) on day 1 of employment. It’s very important not to miss. Penalty 2-4 weeks wages. Why else do […]
17/08/21 BBC Radio Wales – Listen now 17/08/21 BBC Radio Wales – Listen now Elissa speaks with the BBC about current rules surrounding the Covid pandemic Alert Level Zero Risk Assessments Shielding Furlough Agency leave rights Pingdemic – Self Isolation Shielding Masks Hybrid working Vaccine Isolation after holiday For information on current guidelines visit […]
Pregnancy Notification – An Employers Guide Step 1. Congratulate Often forgotten when hearing you are losing an employee for 12 months Step 2. Maintain Confidence Wait for the employee to share the news Step 3. Don’t Panic There is time to plan! Involve the employee in the planning for the leave. Step 4. Gather […]
The Independent reached out to Elissa last week asking what the potential repercussions of “No Jab, No Job” blanket policies in businesses could be. Elissa commented “We’re definitely going to see a lot of employment tribunals on this,” said Elissa Thursfield, head of employment law and a director at Gamlins Law – predicting a wave […]