Description
Course Overview
Understanding employment law is essential for both employees and employers. This course provides an introduction to the key statutory rights, responsibilities, and legal protections that apply in the workplace, helping learners develop a clear understanding of employment legislation and its practical application.
Learners will explore the rights and obligations of both employers and employees, including employment rights, equality and diversity, and health and safety responsibilities, ensuring a greater awareness of legal compliance in the workplace.
What You’ll Learn
- Employment Rights & Responsibilities
Gain an understanding of the key rights and responsibilities that apply within the employment relationship, including legal protections and workplace obligations. - The Employment Rights Act 1996
Learn about fundamental employment rights, including contracts of employment, working conditions, pay, leave entitlements, and protection from unfair treatment. - The Equality Act 2010
Understand the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion, and learn how discrimination, harassment, and victimisation are prohibited within the workplace. - Health & Safety Legislation
Explore the responsibilities of employers and employees in maintaining a safe working environment and preventing workplace accidents and injuries. - Employer Duties & Obligations
Understand the legal responsibilities employers have towards their workforce, including welfare, safety, equality, and compliance with employment legislation. - Employee Responsibilities
Learn about the duties employees have to follow workplace policies, work safely, and contribute to a positive and compliant working environment. - Workplace Compliance & Best Practice
Develop an awareness of good employment practices that support fairness, safety, professionalism, and legal compliance.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for employees, supervisors, team leaders, managers, and anyone seeking to improve their understanding of workplace rights, responsibilities, and employment law requirements.
