HR

Job vacancy letter during parent-related leaveEnsure that you notify all employees who are absent on parent-related leave of any internal job vacancies that might arise within your business and give them the opportunity to apply. Our letter ensures y... Read more

Pension auto-enrolment: record of employees enrolled Under pension auto-enrolment every employer is required to operate an approved pension scheme for its staff. There are no concessions for smaller businesses. It's useful to have an overview includin... Read more

Leaver's checklist Once an employee is getting ready to leave, there will be a number of formalities to go through. It's important that you don't miss anything out here. Our leaver's checklist contains all the important points you (or your managers) need... Read more

 Invitation to attend return-to-work interviewIt's a proven fact that any employee who is required to attend a return-to-work interview following a period of sickness absence will think twice about taking any time off in the first place. Invite an em... Read more

Return to work interview form You should always record the information an employee reveals to you during a return to work interview. The easiest way to do this is by using a standard form. This allows you to ask the same questions of all members of s... Read more

Letter declining a referenceAny reference you provide about an ex-employee must be a true, fair and accurate reflection of that individual. But - as the motto goes - if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all! This approach protects your... Read more

Letter advising of NMW rate increase (due to age)The national minimum wage (NMW) is paid according to an employee's age. So a birthday can mean that they're entitled to a present from you in the shape of a pay rise! You should always write to them abou... Read more

Statement in advance of a work-related eventIn advance of a major work-related social function, such as a Christmas party or a summer ball, it's worth reminding employees in writing about the standards of behaviour you expect from them, even if you al... Read more

Minutes of disciplinary hearing You must take minutes of each disciplinary hearing that you hold. Our document contains prompts to include all relevant information and acts as proof that you will have covered all the matters that should be mentioned ... Read more

Rejection of candidate before interview letterOur rejection of candidate before interview letter provides three alternative grounds for rejection of an application for employment. It's important to be entirely objective in and be able to justify your ... Read more