Understand the basics of performance reviews and how to ensure the process adds value to the organisation
Performance reviews, also called appraisals, form part of a holistic approach to managing performance. Although the value of annual reviews has been questioned in recent years, in favour of more regular conversations, structured performance reviews remain an important element of the performance management cycle.
This factsheet outlines the purpose and changing nature of performance reviews, the role and skills of line managers in this, and methods of measuring and giving feedback.
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Understand how to build an effective approach to performance management, including the tools that can support it
Examines the history, principles and current practice around competence and competency frameworks
Introduces performance-related pay and issues linking employee pay and performance
Introduces the legal issues in the UK around effective retention and organisation of HR records
Find out what's meant by fair pay, what pay information UK employers must disclose by law and the opportunities pay narratives bring.
This factsheet looks at employee voice, its purposes and use, and the benefits it can bring to an organisation and its workforce. It also covers whistleblowing and creating a speak-up culture
This factsheet outlines the main stages of a redundancy process and outlines how and why to use redundancy as a last resort when all alternative approaches have been considered