Training and development policy templates
Our Training and Development Policy Templates streamline employee growth, ensuring a skilled workforce and boosting organisational success.
If you need policies to communicate your company rules and support regarding training and development, these policy templates provide an effective legal framework.
- 6 templates.
- Designed for United Kingdom use.
- Suitable for use in other territories; check local laws first.
- Instantly download templates as Word / PDF / plain text, or send by email.
- Includes 12 months' access, with all updates to this toolkit provided free of charge and notified to you.
The purpose of Training and Development Policy Templates is to provide a framework and guidelines for planning, implementing, and managing employee training and development programs within an organisation.
These templates outline the company's commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and skill enhancement for employees at all levels. They serve as a reference and guide for HR personnel and managers to design and execute effective training initiatives that align with the company's strategic objectives.
The templates also ensure consistency, fairness, and transparency in providing learning opportunities to all employees, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and career advancement.
Compliance
Compliance
Here are some key UK employment legislation considerations to keep in mind when implementing training and development policies:
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The Equality Act 2010: This legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics such as age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Training and development policies must ensure that all employees have equal access to training opportunities, regardless of their protected characteristics.
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The Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009: This legislation introduced the statutory right to request time off for training for employees who meet certain eligibility criteria. Training and development policies must comply with this legislation and provide a clear process for employees to request time off for training.
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The National Minimum Wage Act 1998: This legislation sets out the minimum hourly rates of pay that employers must pay their employees. Training and development policies must ensure that any training time is compensated in accordance with this legislation.
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The Data Protection Act 2018: This legislation sets out the requirements for the collection, use, and storage of personal data. Training and development policies must ensure that any data collected as part of training is done in compliance with this legislation.
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The Working Time Regulations 1998: This legislation sets out the maximum number of hours that employees can work in a week and the minimum rest periods they are entitled to. Training and development policies must ensure that training time does not result in employees exceeding these limits.
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The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974: This legislation requires employers to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of their employees. Training and development policies must ensure that training activities are conducted in a safe and healthy environment.
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The Employment Rights Act 1996: This legislation sets out various employee rights, including the right to training and development opportunities. Training and development policies must ensure that employees are provided with adequate training to carry out their job roles and progress their careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can small businesses use these Training and development policy templates?
Yes. The Training and development policy templates are designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. They follow UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently manage Training and development processes and issues.
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Are these Training and development policy templates up to date for UK law in 2025?
Absolutely. All templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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What types of Training and development policies are included?
Every toolkit includes a complete set of editable policy templates, designed to save time and ensure compliance.
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How will this help me as an HR manager or business owner?
Purchasing the policies saves you hours of drafting time and reduces the risk of legal mistakes. Instead of starting from scratch, you'll have clear, professional policy templates that you can adapt to your business.
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Do I get instant access to the policy templates?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Training and development policies instantly. The templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and PDF format for easy sharing.
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Can I preview a sample Training and development template before buying?
We provide free examples of our templates here. This gives you a sense of the quality and layout before you commit to purchasing the full toolkit.
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What if I need a full HR toolkit, not just Training and development templates?
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer library bundles that include Training and development templates along with absence, grievance, and other HR policies. These may be more cost-effective if you need a complete HR library.
