HR Training

Managing Disabilities in the Workplace

Compensation in disability discrimination cases can be substantial. The average amount awarded by Employment Tribunals in 2022/23 was £45,435, up from £26,172 in 2021/22. Despite this, many managers don’t fully understand their responsibilities and the associated risks.

Our Managing Disabilities in the Workplace training course aims to help delegates understand their legal obligations, while equipping them with the skills to support employees and foster a more inclusive workplace environment.

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Who should attend?

This course will be useful to anyone involved in managing people, including those with HR responsibilities.

Who will deliver the training?

Our management training is delivered by highly experienced and qualified HR practitioners with genuine ‘hands-on’ practical experience of supporting employers all over the UK with their HR requirements.

What are the benefits?

By attending this course, delegates will:

Understand what is considered a mental or physical disability in the workplace
Identify their legal duties and responsibilities as employers and managers
Be better equipped to identify and address challenges related to disability at work
Feel more confident in opening up supportive or challenging discussions with staff
Increase their awareness and understand of disability, enabling them to better respond to staff needs

Course content

What is the definition of ‘disabled’ under the Equality Act 2010 and how do Employment Tribunals apply this definition in trickier cases?
The different types of disability discrimination under the Equality Act
Providing support to employees with disabilities, including the duty to make reasonable adjustments
The role of Occupational Health advice and key considerations to bear in mind
Dealing with performance and conduct issues where a health condition is potentially a factor
Managing disability-related absences
Inclusive language related to health/disabilities

Course duration and timings

This half-day course is available for up to 12 delegates and can be delivered in-person or virtually, depending on your needs.

Timing and location can be arranged to suit your preferences.

For further details, including bespoke pricing, please get in touch using the form below.

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

HR & Employment Law Essentials

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