Policy Updates
Human Resources - Dental
Appearance Policy and Procedure
Policy reviewed with the addition of information about shoes and uniform.
Training Policy and Procedure
This policy has been reviewed and amended with updated content. As a result, policies DPR03, DPR04 and DPR05 have been archived. The student dental nurse is discussed in more detail, as is the agency and temporary worker, given the shift and prevalence of these groups. Equally, the need to check vaccination history/status has been added to initial checks. The further reading section has been amended, and the document relating to student professionalism and fitness to practise is a key read for those with students of any registrant group as it talks fluently about accountability and responsibility. Reference to the Employment Act has also been added.
Relationships at Work Policy and Procedure
This policy has been reviewed as part of an annual review. Minimal changes have been made and the references have been reviewed and updated.
Disabled Workers Policy and Procedure
Policy converted into new QCS format.
Recruitment Pack – Recruitment Specification
This policy has been updated to include reference to the 9 protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
Changes to Contract Hours
The Changes to Contract Form has been updated with a declaration to the employee signature section.
Recruitment Pack – Individual Application Pack
The document has been revised to reflect the current legal limitations on questions regarding health and disability which may be asked prior to an offer of employment being made.
Public Holidays Policy and Procedure
Updated to provide clarification for staff who may be required to work on a Public Holiday.