Training & Development Policy (UK) 2026 Edition

Build a skilled, compliant and confident workforce with a clear training framework.

This professionally written Training & Development Policy provides UK employers with a structured approach to planning, delivering, recording and reviewing employee training across their organisation.

Created by a Master's qualified HR Specialist (CIPD Level 7 Accredited), this editable policy helps employers ensure employees receive the knowledge, skills and compliance training required to perform their roles safely, effectively and in line with current workplace standards.

Designed for SMEs, hospitality businesses and growing organisations, this policy provides a practical framework for managing mandatory training, refresher training and employee development activities.

What's Included

✔ Training & Development Policy (2026 Edition)

✔ Fully editable Microsoft Word document

✔ Ready to use professional policy framework

✔ Suitable for SMEs and growing organisations

The policy covers:

✔ Training responsibilities for employers, managers and employees

✔ Mandatory workplace training requirements

✔ Training planning and delivery processes

✔ Training attendance and record keeping

✔ Training matrices and refresher schedules

✔ Compliance and audit readiness

✔ Training documentation retention guidance

✔ Policy review guidance

Why Choose This Policy?

Save Time

Avoid creating training policies from scratch. Simply customise with your organisation's details and implement immediately.

Support Compliance

Provides a structured framework for managing mandatory training, employee development and workplace compliance requirements.

Improve Training Consistency

Help managers deliver, record and monitor training using a clear and repeatable process.

Professional and Easy to Use

Written in clear, practical language suitable for SMEs and organisations without dedicated HR support.

Who Is This For?

✔ UK SMEs

✔ Business Owners

✔ HR Managers

✔ Hospitality Employers

✔ Team Leaders and Line Managers

✔ Organisations developing formal training processes

✔ Employers preparing for audits and compliance reviews

File Format

You will receive:

✔ Microsoft Word (.docx) file

✔ Fully editable template

✔ Instant digital download

Compatible with Microsoft Word, Google Docs and other word processing software.

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This policy forms part of the wider KBM Templates HR collection.

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Licence & Usage

This document is licensed for personal and internal business use only.

You may edit and use the policy within your organisation but may not:

✔ Resell

✔ Redistribute

✔ Share externally

✔ Upload for public use

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Legal Disclaimer

This document provides general HR guidance based on UK employment legislation and HR best practice. It does not constitute legal advice. Employers should seek professional advice where required for specific workplace situations.