Common use of Raising Concerns Clause in Contracts

Raising Concerns. 6.1 It was agreed that Schools shall ensure that there is a clear escalation route available to staff covered in this agreement should they have any queries or concerns about the work they are asked to do, the time allocated, the payment rate, CPD and any other aspects of this agreement. The employer agrees that each School ensures that staff are clear to whom they raise such queries, with the initial stage expected to be informal discussion with the line manager. The Joint Panel will be supplied with details about these escalation routes. 6.2 It is agreed that where staff wish to raise concerns, they may seek advice from union representatives, HR or another appropriate member of staff. It was agreed that should these routes not resolve any concerns, then the collectively agreed grievance procedures may be invoked.