This example structure provides a clear framework for creating or reviewing a staff handbook to ensure it includes all key policies and procedures. It helps employers organise handbook content consistently and ensure employees have access to essential information about working arrangements, conduct and employment practices.
Use this model structure as the basis for putting together a new staff handbook or reviewing an existing staff handbook to ensure that it includes the necessary policies and procedures.
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- Example structure of a staff handbook
- Introduction
- General issues
- Recruitment
- Employee wellbeing
- Working hours
- Flexible working
- Absence from work
- Family-friendly leave
- Pay and benefits
- Health and safety
- Appearance and behaviour
- Protecting the business
- Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI)
- Discipline, grievance and underperformance
- Termination of employment
- Staff declaration
- How to use this document
- Supporting guidance for this document
- Notes
- Future developments
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