Redundancy Coaching Couch 7: Redundancy and Judgement.MTS

What does "redundancy" mean?

What can I do if I lose my job because of redundancy?

Losing a job can be hard. Here is what you need to know:

• Redundancy pay: You might get some money when you leave. This is called redundancy pay. It depends on how long you worked there.
• Notice period: Your boss should tell you in advance before your job ends. This time is called the notice period.
• Support: You can get help to find a new job. This might include training or advice.

It might help to talk to a union or ask for advice from a support service. They can help you understand what to do next.

How do you work out redundancy pay?

What is a fair redundancy process?

A fair redundancy process is a way to make sure it is fair when someone loses their job because there is not enough work. Here is what it should be like:

• Explain Clearly: The company should clearly explain why some people may have to leave.
• Talk to Workers: The company should talk to the workers to hear their ideas and worries.
• Choose Honestly: When choosing who will leave, it should be based on fair reasons, not favoritism.
• Give Notice: The company should let people know in good time that they might lose their job.
• Help With Finding a New Job: The company should help people find new jobs if they can.

If someone needs help understanding this, they can use tools like:

• Reading aloud apps: These can read the information out loud.
• Ask a helper: A friend or family member can explain things more.

Can I ask questions if I lose my job?

If you lose your job and think it's not fair, you can ask about it. You can talk to your boss or someone at work about why you were let go.

If you need help, ask a friend or family member to come with you. You can also get advice from a group that helps workers. They can explain what you can do.

Remember, it's okay to ask questions and learn about your rights.

What should be in my redundancy notice?

How long do I get told before my job ends?

Can I take time off to find a new job?

If you are looking for a new job, you might want to know if you can take time off from work.

Here are some ways to help you:

• Ask your boss: Talk to your boss or manager. They might let you take time off.
• Check the rules: Look at the employee handbook or workplace rules to see if it says anything about taking time off for job hunting.
• Use holidays: You can use your holiday days to look for a new job.

Getting help:

• Ask someone you trust to help you understand your work rules.
• Use a calendar or planner to help you plan your time off.

What is voluntary redundancy?

Voluntary redundancy is when a person chooses to leave their job. The company might offer money to people who decide to leave.

Here are some tips to make reading easier:

• Break down big words into smaller parts.
• Ask someone to read with you.
• Use a ruler or finger to follow the words.
• Take breaks if you get tired.

Can I say no to leaving my job if I don't want to?

What to Do After Losing Your Job?

Here is what you can do if you lose your job:

• Stay calm and take a deep breath.
• Talk to someone you trust about how you feel.
• Check if you can get any money help. This might be called unemployment benefits.
• Update your resume (a paper that says what work you have done).
• Look for new jobs by checking job websites or asking people you know.
• Learn new skills with online courses or workshops.

Remember, it's okay to ask for help!

Will I still get redundancy money if I find a new job while working my notice?

What if my boss runs out of money?

What are collective redundancies?

Sometimes, a company needs to let go of many workers at the same time. This is called "collective redundancies."

If a company is doing this, they must talk to the workers first. They need to explain why they are letting people go and try to help.

Talking to a trusted adult or using tools like picture aids can help understand this better.

What is the purpose of talking about job loss?

Sometimes companies need to cut jobs, and this is called redundancy. Redundancy consultation means talking with workers about this.

The purpose is to:

• Explain why the job cuts are happening.
• Help workers understand their options.
• Give support to those losing their jobs.

Tools that might help:

• Pictures and charts to show ideas.
• Talking with someone for support.
• Using simple words to make things clear.

What does "redundancy" mean?

What can I do if I lose my job because of redundancy?

Losing a job can be hard. Here is what you need to know:

• Redundancy pay: You might get some money when you leave. This is called redundancy pay. It depends on how long you worked there.
• Notice period: Your boss should tell you in advance before your job ends. This time is called the notice period.
• Support: You can get help to find a new job. This might include training or advice.

It might help to talk to a union or ask for advice from a support service. They can help you understand what to do next.

How do you work out redundancy pay?

What is a fair redundancy process?

A fair redundancy process is a way to make sure it is fair when someone loses their job because there is not enough work. Here is what it should be like:

• Explain Clearly: The company should clearly explain why some people may have to leave.
• Talk to Workers: The company should talk to the workers to hear their ideas and worries.
• Choose Honestly: When choosing who will leave, it should be based on fair reasons, not favoritism.
• Give Notice: The company should let people know in good time that they might lose their job.
• Help With Finding a New Job: The company should help people find new jobs if they can.

If someone needs help understanding this, they can use tools like:

• Reading aloud apps: These can read the information out loud.
• Ask a helper: A friend or family member can explain things more.

Can I ask questions if I lose my job?

If you lose your job and think it's not fair, you can ask about it. You can talk to your boss or someone at work about why you were let go.

If you need help, ask a friend or family member to come with you. You can also get advice from a group that helps workers. They can explain what you can do.

Remember, it's okay to ask questions and learn about your rights.

What should be in my redundancy notice?

How long do I get told before my job ends?

Can I take time off to find a new job?

If you are looking for a new job, you might want to know if you can take time off from work.

Here are some ways to help you:

• Ask your boss: Talk to your boss or manager. They might let you take time off.
• Check the rules: Look at the employee handbook or workplace rules to see if it says anything about taking time off for job hunting.
• Use holidays: You can use your holiday days to look for a new job.

Getting help:

• Ask someone you trust to help you understand your work rules.
• Use a calendar or planner to help you plan your time off.

What is voluntary redundancy?

Voluntary redundancy is when a person chooses to leave their job. The company might offer money to people who decide to leave.

Here are some tips to make reading easier:

• Break down big words into smaller parts.
• Ask someone to read with you.
• Use a ruler or finger to follow the words.
• Take breaks if you get tired.

Can I say no to leaving my job if I don't want to?

What to Do After Losing Your Job?

Here is what you can do if you lose your job:

• Stay calm and take a deep breath.
• Talk to someone you trust about how you feel.
• Check if you can get any money help. This might be called unemployment benefits.
• Update your resume (a paper that says what work you have done).
• Look for new jobs by checking job websites or asking people you know.
• Learn new skills with online courses or workshops.

Remember, it's okay to ask for help!

Will I still get redundancy money if I find a new job while working my notice?

What if my boss runs out of money?

What are collective redundancies?

Sometimes, a company needs to let go of many workers at the same time. This is called "collective redundancies."

If a company is doing this, they must talk to the workers first. They need to explain why they are letting people go and try to help.

Talking to a trusted adult or using tools like picture aids can help understand this better.

What is the purpose of talking about job loss?

Sometimes companies need to cut jobs, and this is called redundancy. Redundancy consultation means talking with workers about this.

The purpose is to:

• Explain why the job cuts are happening.
• Help workers understand their options.
• Give support to those losing their jobs.

Tools that might help:

• Pictures and charts to show ideas.
• Talking with someone for support.
• Using simple words to make things clear.