Managing Performance within the Law

How to tackle poor performance in the workplace.

In summary

Managing performance can be a major problem for employers. The vast amount of new employment and discrimination legislation over the past few years can leave managers afraid to take any action over poor performance, for fear of litigation. As a result, much unacceptable behaviour and performance goes unchallenged, impacting on the efficiency and bottom-line of the business, and the morale and productivity of other employees.

What is it about?

This practical, interactive one-day workshop is designed to reassure managers that poor performance can be tackled effectively, and to show them how to do it. It gives an overview of employee rights and the disciplinary and grievance procedure, and looks at options for dismissal should this be necessary. Extensive use is made of real-life cases, and delegates work through challenging scenarios in small groups. Adding a second day to this workshop allows for extensive hands-on skills practice to reinforce the training.

What do I get out of it?		Course Overview
An understanding of the law relating to managing performance. Confidence to deal effectively with poor performance. Improved morale and productivity.		Identifying problem employees Distinguishing between issues of capability and conduct Management approaches for capability and conduct issues. Disciplinary and grievance procedures Compromise agreements and dismissal Managing absence Building and maintaining a performance culture.

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