Domestic Abuse Training & Resources for HR Teams
How NCDV helps employers
Domestic abuse not only affects the personal lives of employees but also impacts workplace productivity and morale. It can also become a health & safety concern for everyone. By equipping your management and HR team with the right knowledge and tools, you can create a supportive and safe environment for all employees. Our specialised training packages are designed to help your organisation recognise, address, and mitigate the effects of domestic abuse, ensuring a healthier, more productive workplace.
The Benefits
Invest in our training packages to create a safer, more supportive work environment for everyone.
Expert-led sessions
Learn from experienced professionals who specialise in domestic abuse intervention.
Tailored Programs
Customised training to meet the unique needs of your organisation.
Practical Tools
Equip your managers and HR team with actionable strategies and resources to support affected employees.
Improved Employee Welfare
Foster a safe and supportive workplace environment, enhancing overall productivity and morale.
Legal Compliance
Ensure your organisation understands and meets legal obligations related to domestic abuse in the workplace.
Ongoing Support
Access to qualified staff for advice and guidance whenever needed, ensuring continuous improvement and support.
How it works
- Awareness of domestic abuse, its prevalence and effects
- The impact of domestic abuse in the workplace
- Dealing with disclosures
- How NCDV can help and support employees
- Signposting to services
- Assessing and managing risk to employees, the public and the business
- Understanding employer safeguarding, moral & legal responsibilities
- Developing internal policy & procedure
- Developing a positive internal culture around domestic abuse
Learning Objectives
At the end of our four-hour remote training, staff will have gained knowledge in the following areas:
- Understand domestic abuse and indicators
- Understand the impact on employees
- Know how to develop internal policy and procedure
- Be confident when dealing with disclosures
- Be able to signpost to NCDV and other local and national services
- Know how to assess and manage risk
- Know how to safeguard employees, assets and reputation
- Understand employer legal and ethical responsibilities
Further Information
For an informal chat including details of costs and availability, please enquire using the online form and we will contact you to discuss.
HR Training EnquiryWhat Our Training Includes:
Domestic Abuse Awareness
Understanding prevalence and effects.
Workplace Impact
Exploring how domestic abuse affects the workplace.
Handling Disclosures & Abusers
Effective response strategies.
Role of NCDV & Civil Protection Orders
How NCDV can assist.
Service Signposting
Guidance on additional resources.
Risk Management
Assessing and managing risks to employees, public, and business.
Employer Responsibilities
Safeguarding, moral, and legal duties.
Policy Development
Creating internal policies and procedures.
Cultural Development
Fostering a positive workplace culture regarding domestic abuse.
How it works
Our training is designed for HR staff and managers across all sectors
Training for HR or Managers
Includes advice from qualified staff.
Policy Template
A ready-to-use domestic abuse policy.
Quarterly Newsletter
Updates on domestic abuse in the workplace.
Domestic Abuse is an employer’s concern
£66 billion
1 The social and economic costs of domestic abuse are estimated to be £66 billion. Around £14 billion is cost to the economy from lost output.
24%
2 Only 24% of employers have a policy or structured support in place.
75%
3 75% of women experiencing domestic abuse are targeted at work. Other colleagues can be caught up in these scenarios.
Victims often flee to an undisclosed address, so the workplace is the one reliable place a perpetrator can find them.
Domestic abuse in the workplace is a Health & Safety concern. Disturbances and threats can harm productivity and reputation, as well as put employees at risk.
Appropriately responding to domestic abuse in the workplace is likely to improve unplanned absences, improve productivity, increase employee relationships, and reduce risk to the organisation.
1Home Office (2019) The Economic and Social Costs of Domestic Abuse
2EHRC and CIPD (2020) Managing and Supporting Employees Experiencing Domestic Abuse
3Equality and Human Rights Commission Domestic Abuse: Workplace polices and managing and supporting employees
Enquire Today
Investing in domestic abuse training for your HR team is crucial for creating a supportive workplace. Fill out the form to learn more about our training packages, schedule a consultation, or ask any questions. Our team is here to assist you every step of the way.