Disciplinary Training for Managers
Our Disciplinary Training for Managers provides leaders with the knowledge and confidence to follow a disciplinary process in compliance with the Employment Rights Act 1996.
From conducting disciplinary hearings, understanding the key steps, and following legal guidelines, to managing appeals, this training covers the entire process.
When managers understand the correct procedures, it helps to ensure fairness and supports compliance with employment law, safeguarding your organisation and employees.
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Disciplinary Training for Managers
Disciplinary Training for Managers is an essential, in-depth course that provides staff with the knowledge to navigate, understand, and comply with the disciplinary process in the workplace, ensuring alignment with UK regulations and standards.
£25
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Who should take this course?
Disciplinary Training for Managers is for those team leaders who need to understand disciplinary procedures in the workplace. The course is also a useful refresher for those working in HR and owner-managed businesses.
Please note we also offer Grievance Training for Managers which supports supervisors and managers to undertake the grievance process.
Course duration
Disciplinary Training for Managers takes approximately 25-30 minutes to complete.
Course aims
By the end of Disciplinary Training for Managers, participants will:
- Understand the purpose of the disciplinary process.
- Know how to identify areas of concern.
- Be able to follow disciplinary procedures in the workplace fairly and correctly.
- Know the kinds of sanctions that can be given and when it is appropriate.
- Be able to recognise and manage complex cases.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
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Benefits of Disciplinary Training for Managers
- Supports compliance with employment law by ensuring managers understand how to follow correct and fair disciplinary procedures, reducing the risk of legal challenges.
- When leaders follow a fair disciplinary process it promotes transparency and trust which fosters a positive work culture.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Disciplinary Training for Managers can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
Course Overview
Purpose of a disciplinary
Exploring the purposes of a disciplinary.
Areas of concern
How to identify when issues fall under areas of concern which are performance, absence and conduct.
Types of sanctions
Exploring the potential outcomes of a disciplinary process and what to consider before issuing sanctions.
Looking at scenarios where the following sanctions might be appropriate:
- Warnings (verbal, written, final written, extended warnings)
- Dismissal for gross misconduct
- Dismissal with notice
- Demotion.
Disciplinary process
What is involved in each of the 5 steps of the disciplinary process and what an employer must do at each stage.
Focusing on who can accompany an employee to a disciplinary hearing, how to conduct a disciplinary hearing, and factors to consider before making a decision.
How to communicate the outcome of a disciplinary hearing and what advice must be given to an employee, including the right to appeal.
Appeal hearing
How to conduct an appeal hearing if an employee requests one.
Performance
How to conduct a performance related disciplinary, considering SMART targets and using a performance improvement plan (PIP).
Probation review
The purpose of a probation review, when it is appropriate to carry out a probation review and the three steps to follow.
Informal warning
What an informal warning involves and when it is appropriate.
Settlement agreement
What a settlement agreement is and how it is a legally binding contract.
Complex cases
The process to follow:
- If an employee raises a grievance during a disciplinary process.
- An employee goes off sick at the outset of the disciplinary investigation or during the disciplinary process.
Recording the disciplinary hearing
What to do if an employee makes a request to record a disciplinary hearing, and when a request to record a hearing fulfils an employer’s responsibility to make ‘reasonable adjustments’.
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FAQs
Is this course suitable for managers with no prior disciplinary experience?
Yes, this course is aimed at both new and experienced managers. It covers the fundamental steps of the disciplinary process, ensuring that participants gain the knowledge and confidence needed to manage the disciplinary process correctly.
Can I personalise this course to include my organisation’s policies?
We can tailor the course to incorporate your organisation’s specific disciplinary policies and procedures, making it even more relevant for your managers. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Does this course count towards Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
This course is CPD certified, meaning it contributes towards managers’ ongoing professional development, helping them stay up to date with the latest legal requirements.
Can I use this course to meet legal compliance requirements?
Disciplinary Training for Managers supports your organisation to stay compliant with the Employment Rights Act 1996 by teaching the correct procedures for managing disciplinary processes.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
How is it delivered?
Disciplinary Training for Managers is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS. Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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