Business Gateway: Becoming An Employer

Wednesday 8th July 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm

Webinar

Hiring your first employee and need to make sure you get it right?  Thinking about taking on staff for the first time? Getting it right from the start can save you time, money and stress later on.



growing your team

This session will  cover the essentials of becoming an employer, including:

  • Your legal responsibilities as an employer
  • Contracts of employment and what needs to be included
  • Payroll, pensions and HMRC registration
  • Employer insurance and workplace policies
  • Fair Work principles and creating a positive workplace culture
  • Recruitment basics - where to advertise, what you can/can't say, how to attract the right people, and how to interview effectively
  • Alternatives to hiring, including freelancers, contractors and apprenticeships
Whether you’re ready to recruit now or planning ahead, this session will give you practical guidance and confidence to take the next step.


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Slides and materials will be shared with attendees after the session, including contract templates. 



Business Gateway webinars gain CPD accreditation

From the start of May 2026, every national Business Gateway webinar will be fully accredited by The CPD Group.

Webinar attendees will receive two hours of certified Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit for each live session, along with a personalised certificate that can be used for professional records, compliance requirements or skills development tracking. Existing bookings will automatically qualify.



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