This guide is now accompanied with a more comprehensive PowerPoint training deck, to give line managers in your organisation the knowledge and confidence to address poor performance.
This training guide has been updated to reflect the impact of the reduction in the qualifying period for unfair dismissal to six months from 1 January 2027 under the Employment Rights Act 2025. This places an even greater importance on the role of line managers in structuring and managing probationary periods effectively.
Reviewed and updated to reflect best practice for line managers when conducting appraisals, including a new version of the PowerPoint presentation and quiz.
Reviewed and enhanced throughout, with a reference to the role of feedback in nurturing a "growth mindset" and talking points to facilitate interactive training sessions.
Reviewed and updated to reflect current language and best practice for line managers when conducting difficult conversations, including a new version of the PowerPoint presentation.
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Clear, simply written guides for line managers on managing and optimising employee performance.