---
url: "https://xcademia.com/courses/employee-relations-and-employment-law"
title: Employee Relations and Employment Law
description: "Learn UK employment law, disciplinary procedures, TUPE, and employee relations with practical training for HR professionals and managers."
publishedAt: "2026-04-07T11:55:29.535409+00:00"
updatedAt: "2026-04-07T11:55:29.535409+00:00"
type: course
code: "BLM-0092"
level: Practitioner
duration_days: "2"
track: "People Management & HR Practice"
category: "Business, Leadership & Project Management"
credential_tier: tier1
price_gbp: "1799"
---

# Employee Relations and Employment Law

> Develop practical knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations management. Learn through mentor-led practical scenarios covering discipline, grievances, and workplace rights.

## Overview

Employee Relations and Employment Law is a mentor-led practitioner programme designed to help HR professionals and managers confidently navigate workplace legal responsibilities. It focuses on the practical application of UK employment law in everyday employee relations scenarios.

Through practical scenarios, learners explore key areas such as disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancy, TUPE, and flexible working. The course ensures participants understand how to handle sensitive situations fairly, consistently, and in line with legal frameworks.

The programme also covers protected characteristics and equality considerations, supporting inclusive and compliant workplace practices. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped to manage employee relations issues effectively while minimising organisational risk.

## Prerequisites

- Basic understanding of workplace environments
- Experience managing people or HR processes
- Interest in employment law and compliance

## What you will learn

- Analyse key principles of employment law
- Implement fair disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Evaluate redundancy and TUPE scenarios
- Communicate legal decisions clearly and appropriately
- Lead compliant employee relations processes
- Design inclusive and fair workplace practices

## Skills you will gain

- Employment law fundamentals
- Disciplinary procedures handling
- Grievance management skills
- Redundancy process basics
- TUPE awareness
- Workplace compliance practices

## Career progression

- HR Advisor
- HR Executive
- Employee Relations Specialist
- Line Manager

## Curriculum

1. **Module 1: Getting Ready**
   - Course orientation and expectations
   - Overview of employment law framework
   - Role of managers in compliance
2. **Module 2: Foundations of UK Employment Law**
   - Key employment legislation overview
   - Employee rights and responsibilities
   - Contracts and terms basics
3. **Module 3: Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures**
   - Handling misconduct and performance issues
   - Grievance processes and investigations
   - Fair and consistent decision-making
4. **Module 4: Redundancy and TUPE**
   - Redundancy processes and consultation
   - Selection criteria and fairness
   - TUPE principles and implications
5. **Module 5: Flexible Working and Workplace Rights**
   - Flexible working regulations
   - Managing requests and decisions
   - Work-life balance considerations
6. **Module 6: Equality, Diversity and Protected Characteristics**
   - Protected characteristics overview
   - Preventing discrimination
   - Promoting inclusive workplaces

## Exam & certification

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

## Delivery options

- **Live Online** — Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- **Onsite Training** — We come to you. Training delivered at your workplace for teams of 6 or more.
- **Venue-Based** — Classroom training at a professional venue. Ideal for focused, immersive learning.
- **Blended** — Combine online and in-person learning for maximum flexibility and impact.

## Frequently asked questions

**Is this course suitable for non-HR managers?**

Yes, it is designed for both HR professionals and line managers.



**Does it cover UK-specific employment law?**

Yes, the course focuses on UK employment legislation and practices.



**Will I learn how to handle disciplinary cases?**

Yes, practical disciplinary and grievance scenarios are included.



**Is TUPE covered in detail?**

The course provides a practical overview suitable for managers and HR roles.



**Can this help reduce legal risks at work?**

Yes, it focuses on compliant and fair decision-making practices.

## Course at a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Code | BLM-0092 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Level | Practitioner |
| Track | People Management & HR Practice |
| Category | Business, Leadership & Project Management |
| Credential tier | tier1 |
| Price (GBP) | £1799 |

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