Practical People Management – What Managers Need to Know Now
About
Practical People Management – What Managers Need to Know NowEmployment law is changing quickly, recruitment is harder than ever, and managers are increasingly expected to deal confidently with complex people issues.
This practical course gives managers and business owners the confidence to manage people effectively, lawfully and inclusively without turning them into HR experts.
The focus is on real life situations, early intervention, and building the skills managers need to have better conversations, make better decisions, and reduce risk.
What People Will Walk Away With
✔ A clear understanding of key employment law changes following the announcement of the Employment Rights Act 25
✔ Confidence to address performance, behaviour and absence early
✔ Practical tools for difficult conversations and feedback
✔ Safer, more effective recruitment practices
✔ Realistic ways to attract broader and more diverse candidate pools in rural areas
✔ Clarity on sexual harassment duties and preventative actions
✔ Toollkits and guides you can use immediately
Why This Course Works
• Designed for busy managers
• Grounded in real workplace scenarios
• Friendly, supportive and practical
• Focused on prevention, not firefighting
• Ideal for SMEs and rural employers
NOTE: Lunch is included, please confirm dietary requirements.
This course is funded by Cumberland Council through UKSPF
Date
Tuesday 17 March 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (UTC+00)Location
Realise HR
Riverside View, Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria CA1 2BS