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Understanding Contracts, Policies and Onboarding

It is a positive step to put clearer people documents and foundations in place.

Employment contracts, workplace policies and onboarding documents help everyone understand what's expected from the beginning. They protect your business, provide clarity for employees and create a more consistent experience as your team grows.

Having the right foundations in place also makes it easier to manage people fairly and confidently throughout their employment.

Resources to Help You Build Strong Foundations

Explore our practical guides, templates and checklists to help you create contracts, policies and onboarding documents that support your business and your people.

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A Small Employer’s Guide to Employment Contracts

Practical guidance on understanding and completing a straightforward employment contract.

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Basic Employment Contract Template for Small Employers

This is a basic contract of employment template that covers all the standard clauses that should be included in the employees 'Statement of Main Terms and Conditions' of employment. This should be provided to an employee at least on their first day of emp

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Company Property Policy

Use this in establishing clear guidelines on handling, maintaining, and returning Company owned assets

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Company Vehicle Policy

Use this policy to help you protect both the business and your employees by setting clear expectations for vehicle use, maintenance, and conduct.

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Drugs and Alcohol Policy and Procedure

Use this policy to understand the company’s approach to drug and alcohol use in the workplace. It outlines prohibited behaviour, testing arrangements, support available and procedures to help maintain a safe and professional working environment.

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IT, Communications and Electronic Systems Policy

A practical policy for setting clear standards around the safe and responsible use of workplace technology.

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Personal Relationships at Work Policy

Use this policy to understand how personal relationships at work should be managed to maintain professionalism, fairness and a respectful working environment. It helps prevent conflicts of interest, favouritism and any impact on business integrity.

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Search Policy and Procedure

A practical policy for managing workplace searches fairly, proportionately and with appropriate regard for privacy.

Frequently Asked Questions

SMART objectives help to clarify goals and improve performance by ensuring that objectives are well-defined and realistic. The acronym stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. To learn how to apply these principles effectively and set objectives that drive results, check out our Guide to Setting SMART Objectives.

Performance objectives should be regularly reviewed, ideally every quarter, to ensure employees are on track. Regular reviews allow for timely adjustments and feedback, and help to keep objectives aligned with any changes in your business strategy or goals.

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