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HR Support in Staffordshire for the Decisions Managers Have to Get Right

When something happens with an employee, you need to know what to do next.

SafeWise provides practical HR support to businesses across Staffordshire, with a named HR advisor who knows your business and can help you deal with employee issues as they arise.

From absence and performance to disciplinary and grievance matters, you get advice before you make a decision that is difficult to undo. You also have the contracts, policies and HR systems you need to manage your people properly

Absence Is Not Always Straightforward

Short-term absence and long-term sickness need different approaches.

Repeated short-term absence may need to be addressed through a clear and consistently applied process. Long-term sickness can involve different considerations, particularly where an employee's condition may amount to a disability and reasonable adjustments need to be considered.

The important thing is not to make assumptions or treat every absence in exactly the same way. Your HR advisor can help you understand the situation, decide what information you need and work through the appropriate process.

Performance, Conduct and Difficult Conversations

Not every employee problem needs a formal procedure.

Sometimes a straightforward conversation, clear expectations and a review date are enough to turn things around. Other situations need a more structured process, particularly where performance or conduct does not improve.

SafeWise can advise you on the difference, what to document and when a formal process may be appropriate.

If a disciplinary or grievance process is required, your advisor can help you follow a fair and consistent procedure.

The Paperwork Matters Too

Good HR advice is only part of the picture. Your contracts, policies and employee records need to support the way your business actually operates.

SafeWise can provide bespoke Contracts of Employment and an Employee Handbook, alongside access to practical HR policies, letters and other templates.

Your HR membership also includes Omnia, our cloud-based HR system, which helps you keep employee records, holidays, absence, documents and training information organised in one place. Your SafeWise advisor helps you set it up and provides ongoing support.

One Advisor Who Knows Your Business

You don't need an HR department to have someone experienced on your side.

With SafeWise, you have a named HR advisor and unlimited HR advice by phone and email. Your advisor gets to know your business, so you're not starting from scratch every time you call.

SafeWise has been supporting employers since 2012, providing HR and health and safety support to businesses across Staffordshire and beyond.

HR Membership for Staffordshire Businesses

Our HR membership is designed for small and medium-sized businesses that need professional HR support without employing a full-time HR manager.

Your membership includes your dedicated advisor, unlimited advice, an initial HR consultation and action plan, bespoke employment documentation, Omnia HR software, access to HR resources, free quarterly HR training spaces and ongoing updates on employment legislation and best practice.

You can take our HR support on its own or combine it with a health and safety membership, with a separate advisor for each area.

Got an Employee Issue You Need to Talk Through?

Don't wait until you've made a decision and then find out there was a better way to handle it.

Call SafeWise on 01922 279 129 or fill in the form below and speak to an HR advisor within 24 hours.

Staffordshire HR support for managers on absence, performance, conduct and other HR matters.

More About Us

One Call First:
Ring while the decision is still open. Unpicking a dismissal afterwards costs a great deal more than a ten minute conversation before it.

Apply The Correct Process:
Is it a short term or long term absence? Managing either require different approaches, considerations and procedures.

Informal Before Formal:
Most performance problems close with one honest conversation and a review date. Keep the formal process for what is left.

Order Beats Outcome:
How you handle a disciplinary process matters. Investigate, put the concerns in writing, give the employee a chance to respond, make your decision and offer an appeal.

Put the Situation to an HR Advisor

Ring 01922 279 129 and describe what is happening with the member of staff, or leave your details below and we will come back inside 24 hours.

Speak to an expert today!

Choose the support that’s right for you

At SafeWise, we provide practical solutions to keep your business compliant, protected and running smoothly. From expert Health & Safety support to HR guidance, tailored training, and ready-to-use resources, our services are designed to give you confidence and peace of mind.

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Health & Safety

Guidance, audits and policies to keep your workplace safe and compliant.

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HR

Advice and support to manage people, processes and compliance with ease.

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Training

Courses designed to build knowledge, improve skills & support compliance.

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Resources & Templates

Documents and tools that save time and simplify compliance.

Client satisfaction is at the heart of what we do

With over 125 five-star reviews and a 92% client renewal rate, SafeWise is proud to be the trusted partner for businesses across the country.

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