Council as Employer £45
Essential HR Training for Parish & Town Councils
Council as Employer: Essential HR Training for Parish & Town Councils
Employment law and HR management in a parish and town council setting is unlike anything in the private sector or even other parts of the public sector. This tailored two-hour online training equips councillors with the essential knowledge to confidently and lawfully fulfil their role as an employer—something every council must get right.
The session will be delivered by Chris Moses, Managing Director of Personnel Advice and Solutions Ltd. With a Master’s Degree in Employment Law and over 20 years’ experience advising local councils, Chris brings a wealth of sector-specific expertise.
During this engaging course, councillors will explore the distinct legal framework that applies to local councils, including the Local Government Act 1972, the role of staffing committees, and how to apply model employment contracts. Participants will gain clarity on recruitment best practice, inclusive advertising, lawful shortlisting and interview procedures, performance management, probation periods, grievance and disciplinary handling, and avoiding common mistakes—particularly where processes diverge from those used in mainstream HR settings.
This training is not just for those on staffing committees. Every councillor has a role to play in ensuring the council meets its employer responsibilities fairly, transparently, and legally. The course features real-life case studies, practical examples and sits alongside our downloadable HR resources.
What you’ll learn:
How council governance affects your legal duties as an employer
What to watch for when recruiting and contracting staff
Best practice in managing staff performance and probation
How to handle grievances and dismissals lawfully
How to identify and avoid common HR pitfalls
Why strong employment practice builds trust and resilience
Who should attend?
All councillors, especially those serving on staffing or personnel committees.
Join us for this long-awaited, parish-sector-specific training session and leave with the tools to be a better employer—guided by one of the country’s most trusted local council HR advisors.