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Human Performance

People Development, Safeguarding & Governance

...developing skills since 2002

About Human Performance

Human Performance was established in 2002. We have built an enviable reputation in delivering knowledge in exciting and practical ways that engage. We continue to support 1000's of delegates to develop their skills and increase their competence in their job roles. Through a mixture of professional awards, practical toolkits and additional resources we make people development accessible and effective. Our core areas of focus are Leadership, People Development, Safeguarding and Governance. Our experts deliver our mission of Maximising Human Performance through facilitated workshops, 1:1 professional coaching and on-site support and guidance.

James Turner

Managing Director
Tel: 0845 880 2255
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James is a talented senior HR professional with over 30 years of commercial operational experience and an effective leader of large multi-disciplined teams. He has worked at all levels of an organisation up to Board Director of national companies.

His most recent experience includes over 16 years as Managing Director of his self-established HR consultancy and as Chief Operating Officer for a group of educational charities. With exceptional hands-on operational experience from a number of high profile key roles James uses his impressive leadership skills and HR specialist knowledge to help organisations maximise their business performance.

Professional Awards

Level 3 Professional Award in Leadership Techniques

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Welcome to the Level 3 Professional Award in Management and Leadership Techniques... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the…

Level 3 Professional Award in Successful Project Management

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Welcome to the Level 3 Professional Award in Successful Project Management... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Management…

Level 3 Professional Award in Managing Discipline and Grievance

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Welcome to the Level 3 Professional Award in Managing Discipline and Grievance... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the…

Level 3 Professional Award in Coaching Employees for Competence

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Welcome to the Level 3 Professional Award in Coaching Employees for Competence... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the…

Level 3 Professional Award in Performance Appraisal Techniques

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Welcome to the Level 3 Professional Award in Performance Appraisal Techniques... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Management…

Level 2 Professional Award in Project Team Work

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Welcome to the Level 2 Professional Award in Project Team Work... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Business…

Level 2 Professional Award in Team Leadership

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Welcome to the Level 2 Professional Award in Team Leadership... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Management &…

Level 2 Professional Award in Stakeholder Negotiations

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Welcome to the Level 2 Professional Award in Stakeholder Negotiations... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Business &…

Level 2 Professional Award in Effective Time Management

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Welcome to the Level 2 Professional Award in Effective Time Management... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Management…

Level 2 Professional Award in Perfecting Powerful Presentations

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Welcome to the Level 2 Professional Award in Perfecting Powerful Presentations... ...a practical workshop from Human Performance which has been written to substantially meet the relevant knowledge and understanding requirements of the Skills CFA National Occupational Standards (NOS) from the Business…

In addition to our Professional Awards, we offer bespoke coaching programmes and professional 1:1 coaching for CEO's, MD's and Senior Managers.

Toolkits

A to Z of Employment Law Toolkit

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A new practical Toolkit from HR Performance currently in production Designed to complement other Toolkits and People Development resources available from HR Performance. The A to Z of Employment Law Toolkit will cover all you will need to manage day to…

A to Z of Performance & Development Reviews Toolkit

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The Complete Performance & Development Review Toolkit... ...performance management doesn’t start when a performance issue arises with an employee. Rather, it is a principle of management & leadership that must begin when an employee commences work with an organisation. It is…

A to Z of Recruitment & Selection Skills Toolkit

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A new practical Toolkit from HR Performance currently in production Designed to complement other Toolkits and People Development resources available from HR Performance. The A to Z of Recruitment & Selection Skills Toolkit will cover 26 core areas of the recruitment…

Safeguarding Resources

Child Protection & Safeguarding Policies & Procedures Handbook

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Child Protection & Safeguarding Handbook Human Performance has over 20 years of experience writing practical policies and procedures that are simple to understand and which ensure organisations can professionally manage their responsibilities. We have become experts in producing safeguarding policies and…

Adults at Risk Safeguarding Policies & Procedures Handbook

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Many organisations believe that adding the phrase “Vulnerable Adult” or “Adult at Risk” to their child protection policies and procedures means that they have it all covered. Nothing could be further from the truth. Adult safeguarding comes with its own…

Safeguarding Induction & Coaching Toolkit

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Human Performance have been supporting its clients with their safeguarding practice for the past five years. With the ever changing requirements to remain at the forefront of safeguarding best practice - our Children’s and Adult’s Safeguarding Handbooks and resources get…

In addition to our Safeguarding Resources, we support organisations by providing dedicated safeguarding support, conducting safeguarding investigations and delivering safeguarding coaching for all categories of trustees, managers and front-line delivery staff.

Governance Resources

New Trustees Welcome & Induction Pack

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New Trustees Welcome & Induction Pack This is a complementary resource to support the Trustees Good Governance Handbook. Its purpose is to professionally welcome and induct new Trustees into the organisation - and ensure that all the important documentation pertaining to…

Trustees Annual Renewal Pack

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Trustees Annual Renewal Pack... This is a complementary resource to support the Trustees Good Governance Handbook. Its purpose is to ensure that all relevant paperwork is updated and renewed annually for all serving Trustees. Perfect to use at the AGM. By…

Trustees Good Governance Policies & Procedures Handbook

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Background to the development of this resource... Working from the guidance provided by the Charity Commission in their Six Hallmarks of an Effective Charity, a Code was produced in partnership of the Association of CEO Officers of Voluntary Organisations (ACEVO), the…

Clients

I feel more inspired and enthusiastic about my role!

The training is lifesaving for our charity!

It is very rare to come across such a high standard of training!

Life changing in many aspects!

First training I've done in a long time that has been stimulating and refreshing!

The best workshop ever provided for our organisation!

I found the whole course interesting and really inspired to make the changes that I need to make!

Should have attended this programme 20 years ago!

I'm leaving the programme feeling very empowered!

Packed full of concentrated teaching which is delivered in a highly effective format!

Packed full of concentrated teaching which is delivered in a highly effective format!

I feel more inspired and enthusiastic about my role!

Should have attended this programme 20 years ago!

I’m leaving the programme feeling very empowered!

First training I’ve done in a long time that has been stimulating and refreshing!

Life changing in many aspects!

I found the whole course interesting and really inspired to make the changes that I need to make!

The best workshop ever provided for our organisation!

It is very rare to come across such a high standard of training!

The training is lifesaving for our charity!

Contact

To get in touch with us, either to request further information or to discuss your needs in more detail, please:

Email: hp@pdsg.uk
Tel: 0845 880 2255

Human Performance Limited
8a Flitton Road, Greenfield
Bedford, MK45 5DJ