Employment Law for Managers – Dismissing an Employee (UK)
Terminating employment often involves difficult decisions that are challenging to carry out. Following a fair process ensures that you make the right decision and treat the affected employee with respect, which helps reduce the risk of legal action. This course covers the process to follow when considering dismissing an employee.
This course is part of the Employment Law for Managers series. Each course covers an aspect of people management that can create legal risk if not handled effectively. This series helps managers act ethically, with integrity, while minimising legal risk.
Covered in this course:
- Five fair reasons for dismissing an employee
- Importance of following a fair process when dismissing an employee
- Process for dismissing an employee for poor performance or misconduct
- Minimising potential legal risk when dismissing an employee