FAQs

How much notice do I need to give a leaver?

The statutory notice period in the UK depends on how long an employee has worked for their employer:

1 month to 2 years: At least one week’s notice
2 to 12 years: One week’s notice for each year of service, up to a maximum of 12 weeks
12 years or more: 12 weeks’ notice

Contractual notice: You must follow the contract specifying a longer notice period.

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Other questions we get asked about Support

Do I have to give bank holidays to an employee who doesn’t work on a Monday?

Yes By law, part-time employees and workers are protected from being treated less favourably than a full-time ‘comparator’. The law is the Part-time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000. The bank holiday allowance should be pro rata (proportioned into hours worked) and added to their holiday allowance. For free managers guides and templates […]

If an employee is suspended pending investigation and they produce a fit note saying work related stress which process do I now follow?

You continue the suspension process, as a fit note for work-related stress does not override the suspension. However, you should acknowledge the fit note, offer support, and manage the investigation sensitively.

How can we manage resistance to change during mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring?

Communicate clearly and early, involve employees where possible, and support managers to lead through change. Consistency, transparency, and listening to concerns help build trust and reduce resistance.

What is the process for filing a workplace grievance?

Review the Policy: Check your company’s grievance procedure, usually in the employee handbook. Informal Discussion: Try to resolve the issue informally by speaking to your manager or HR. Formal Complaint: If unresolved, submit a formal grievance in writing, detailing the issue and any attempts to resolve it. Investigation: HR or a designated person will investigate […]

If an employee is sick during their notice period do I pay SSP or normal pay?

You pay normal pay if the employee is off sick and unable to work during their notice period.

HR admin takes too much time. How can we streamline it?

Adopt an HRIS for leave, records, and documents; standardise templates; and automate onboarding/offboarding checklists and reminders. Call Breathing Space as we provide Admin support!

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