Sectors

Education

WorkNest’s Education Team offers schools expert Employment Law and HR support, handling complex issues like litigation, TUPE, restructuring, industrial action, safeguarding, and everyday matters like disciplinaries and grievances. Our team, including qualified solicitors and CIPD members, provides practical guidance on performance management, absence, union relations, and disputes.

Our four-pillar Health & Safety approach includes a General Risk Assessment covering Health and Safety Management, Facilities, Curriculum-related, and School-specific risks. With the SafetyNest QR code feature, staff can easily report safety actions for quick resolution, ensuring a safe, compliant environment.

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Specialist advice and support for education leaders

At WorkNest, we recognise that every organisation is different. But with specialist sector teams, you can benefit from the shared insight and expertise of our advisors, who support hundreds of other education establishments that will be facing similar challenges to you. 

Why choose us?

With years of experience supporting over 250 education organisations across nearly 600 sites, we understand the unique challenges facing the Education Sector. Here is how we can help:

Experts in Employment Law & HR

All of our specialist Employment Law Advisers from our dedicated Education Team have a strong background in the sector. They have an expert understanding of school leadership, governance and strategy and vast experience in taking even the best organisations to the next level.

Your named Employment Law Advisers will:

With WorkNest, qualified support is just a phone call away. Whether you require strategic advice, step-by-step guidance through a specific issue, or just the reassurance of a second opinion, we will help take the hassle and uncertainty out of complex and time-consuming employee issues, allowing you to focus on maintaining and improving educational standards.

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Experts in Health & Safety

Your dedicated Health & Safety Consultant will:

Alongside this we also provide:

At WorkNest, we don’t believe in merely performing audits and handing back reports; we are committed to providing the best quality hands-on support and will work with you to implement practical solutions. Our comprehensive approach will allow you to confidently meet your legal obligations and protect those affected by your activities.

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Discover more about how our services could support your organisation

24/7 unlimited support from your dedicated advisers

Whichever service you use, our highly qualified advice teams will form the bedrock of your relationship with WorkNest. You get named advisers, ensuring the support and advice you get remains consistent and from people who understand your business.

Employment Law Advice

Health & Safety Advice

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