Bullying and harassment
Bullying and harassment
With growing obligations under the Equality Act and increased scrutiny from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, the spotlight is truly on employers to tackle workplace bullying and harassment. Kate offers the complete range of support in this area from document drafting, investigations, comprehensive training and defence of claims.
Policies
How useful is your bullying and harassment policy? Do you have a standalone sexual harassment policy? The importance of helpful and user-friendly policies should never be underestimated, if they are effective they operate to steer both your HR teams/ managers and employees through this tricky area.
Training
It can be a complete defence to a harassment claim to demonstrate that you are taking all reasonable steps to prevent harassment in the workplace. One key area which tribunal judges and the Equality and Human Rights Commission will consider is the rollout of staff training. Kate regularly designs and delivers bespoke training packages for clients on workplace bullying and harassment which are full of case studies, preventative measures, group discussion and Q&As. If you have concerns about your workplace culture, get in touch.
Culture investigation report
A critical part of assessing or changing workplace culture is objectivity. Kate partners with clients to conduct an investigation into workplace culture, identify areas of risk and provide a summary of action points to improve workplace culture. By addressing bullying and harassment head-on, Kate helps employers improve workplace morale and retention rates. Her services ensure that your organisation fosters a positive culture, where staff feel supported and valued, ultimately enhancing productivity and team dynamics.
Investigating Complaints
Kate specialises in investigating workplace bullying or harassment complaints. Her reports may be prepared on a privileged or open basis but are always thorough and impartial. With Kate’s expertise, you can trust that all complaints will be handled professionally with follow-up support, if requested.
Managing early conciliation or tribunal claims
Kate has substantial experience in defending harassment claims on behalf of clients. Kate ensures clients are well-prepared and supported throughout the tribunal process, taking a measured approach to litigation.
Settling a harassment claim
As with all types of employment tribunal claims, the majority of harassment claims settle before reaching a final tribunal hearing. Kate can prepare both COT3 agreements or settlement agreements and advise you on the appropriate use of confidentiality clauses or non-disclosure agreements to ensure you do not fall foul of your obligations in this area.
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07549894819
Bullying and harassment
Many individuals have experienced some form of bullying or harassment in the workplace. It is obviously unpleasant and can have a significant impact on staff morale and retention. What may be reassuring to staff is having robust reporting and investigation procedures in place so that they know any complaints will be taken seriously.
You can instruct Kate to investigate any bullying or harassment complaint you have received. Kate also:
- Represents clients in tribunal proceedings when faced with a harassment claim.
- Delivers thorough and engaging training sessions on bullying and harassment.
- Works with employers to identify initiatives they can implement to move towards a zero-tolerance culture of bullying and harassment.
