WorkNest provides unlimited, expert employment law and health & safety support for a fixed fee, offering a cost-effective alternative to solicitors, consultants, or expanding internal resources. With extensive experience supporting organisations across the third sector, they advise on a broad range of matters including restructures, redundancies, Employment Tribunals, appraisals and performance management, as well as Health & Safety and risk assessments.
In addition to this, WorkNest can now provide protection for your organisation from evolving threats with proactive cyber security, risk management and resilience solutions designed to keep your charity secure and prepared.
Special offers for ACEVO members:
- One free session of telephone advice from the Employment Law Helpline (full members only)
- One free session of telephone advice from the Health & Safety Helpline (full members only)
- Significant discounts on the price of Worknest’s full services
Guide to the Employment Rights Act
This guide summarises the key changes in the Act, including zero-hour contracts, fire and rehire, SSP and other key reforms to help you understand and prepare your charity.
WorkNest will continue to share more detailed guidance on key provisions throughout 2026.
HR essentials checklist
When it comes to HR, getting the basics right protects both your business and your employees. Charities don’t need to be overwhelmed – start with the essentials first, and build on them as you grow.
If you’re not sure where to start, WorkNest’s experts have produced a free checklist to help you implement effective, efficient HR practices. This simple document will enable you to hire well, manage fairly, and create a positive culture – without unnecessary admin or legal risk.
If you have any questions on HR essentials in your charity, don’t hesitate to contact our team on 0345 226 8393 quoting ACEVO.
To use your free session of telephone advice on Employment Law and Health & Safety: please email acevohr@worknest.com or acevohs@worknest.com
Alternatively for information on other services from Worknest please contact:
T: 0345 226 8393 and quote ACEVO
Worknest’s full service includes:
- Your own named, highly qualified Employment Law adviser and Health & Safety Consultant with expertise in the charity and social enterprise sector
- Unlimited 24/7 support with no hidden charges
- A comprehensive review of your employee handbook and contracts
- Access to a suite of employment documentation
- A real hands-on approach to Health & Safety
- Health & Safety handbook and policies tailored to your organisation
- Storage of your documentation in your own secure area
- WorkNest will act as your legally required Competent Person for Health & Safety and will perform your General Risk Assessment
- Legal Expenses Insurance (FSA Regulated) to protect you from the defence costs of Employment Tribunal claims and Health & Safety prosecutions
- Regular bulletins and updates on new legislation and best practice
“Our dedicated advisor has made a substantial contribution and offers excellent and timely advice that is tailored to meet our expectation at all times, covering every detail.”
CEO, Barnwood Trust
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