Whatever the size of your company, Human Resources has to form an essential part of your business. For small businesses especially, there are lots of advantages to using a HR consultant which we will focus on in this week’s article. HR are responsible for a number of functions within a business including:- Performance Management…
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How to Manage Bullying and Harassment in your Nursery?
PROTECTING your EMPLOYEES from bullying and harassment in your nursery is IMPORTANT Bullying and harassment can happen to ANYONE. You need to protect your staff so that they can protect your children. When we talk about bullying or harassment we automatically think of children in the playground being picked on. I can remember it…
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How To Manage An Employee Grievance In Your Nursery
Having to manage an employee grievance is never an easy situation. Picture the scene – its 9.15am, your first cup of coffee is still on your desk, now cold! A couple of employees have just arrived late, you have dealt with an issue raised by a parent and Ofsted are due to carry out…
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What Employment Policies and Procedures Should I Have In My Nursery?
There are a large number of employment policies and procedures that are required to ensure that you are adhering to best practice with regards to your employees. Having fully compliant, robust and easy to follow employment policies and procedures are essential for the smooth running of your business and the welfare of anyone involved…
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Why you should have an Employee Handbook for your Nursery
As an owner or manager of an Early Years Setting, you need to ensure your Employee Handbook is an integral part of your business from the very beginning. We understand that most Nurseries do not have a full time Human Resources expert on site and with resources generally becoming even more limited, never before has…
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The Ultimate Guide To Setting Up A Nursery Blog
This blog ‘The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up A Nursery’ contains the core information about setting up a nursery. To purchase a copy of a more comprehensive guide click on this link https://www.thenurseryhrpeople.co.uk/the-ultimate-guide-to-setting-up-a-childrens-nursery/. There is nothing like this out there, so do get your copy today. A list of the 11 essentials of setting up…
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What DBS Checks do I need for Nursery Staff?
In December 2012, the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) merged to become the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Hence, the CRB Check is now referred to as the DBS Check. The services and information provided on CRB Checks have not changed, with DBS Checks still enabling employers to make safer…
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What does auto enrolment mean for nursery staff?
Are you ready for auto enrolment and what does auto enrolment mean for nursery staff? Do you know when your ‘staging date’ is? There is a lot of jargon out there which is confusing and time consuming to plough through, especially when you are a busy nursery owner. There is so much information to consider…
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What Are the Rules and Regulations for Setting Up A Nursery
Setting up a nursery and taking the steps towards this may seem daunting, even if you have worked in the childcare sector before. Indeed, there are many areas to consider and it is crucial to make sure you are fully prepared for what has to be done and what is involved in the exciting, yet demanding…
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What Should Be In My Early Years Contract Of Employment?
An Early Years Contract of Employment is a critical part of the business. As a Nursery Owner or Manager you will be only too aware of your legal responsibilities under employment law. Ensuring you have a fully compliant and fit for purpose early years contract of employment for your employees’ is essential. When you are…
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