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Workplace Sexual Harassment Training for Employees
Every employee plays a role in preventing sexual harassment at work. But most people are never shown what that actually looks like in practice. This training gives your staff the clarity and confidence to recognise inappropriate behaviour, challenge it safely, and contribute to a workplace where people feel able to speak up. It also supports your organisation in meeting its responsibilities under the Employment Rights Act 2025 without defaulting to passive, tick-box learning. By the end of the session, your staff will:
- Understand what sexual harassment looks like in real workplace contexts - not just definitions
- Recognise how behaviour can cross the line, including in hybrid and online environments
- Identify higher-risk situations such as workplace socials, power imbalances, and client interactions
- Know how to respond appropriately, whether they experience or witness something
- Feel more confident using your organisation's reporting routes and support mechanisms
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About this course
Most sexual harassment training is designed to be scalable. That usually means generic content, minimal engagement, and very little behaviour change. This is different – your session is delivered live (either in-person or virtually) and built around your organisation – your policies, your reporting processes, and the situations your people actually face. That means no generic modules, no passive content, and no one-size-fits-all scenarios. Instead, your employees take part in a session that is relevant, practical, and grounded in real workplace dynamics.
- Understanding sexual harassment in UK workplaces: What the law says in practice, and what it means for day-to-day behaviour
- Recognising inappropriate behaviour early: How harassment can show up across meetings, messaging platforms, socials, and travel
- Workplace culture and risk: Why environment matters, and how culture can enable or prevent poor behaviour
- High-risk situations: Including alcohol-related events, lone working, line management dynamics, and third-party interactions
- Speaking up and reporting: How to raise concerns safely, what happens next, and where to access support
- Real-world scenarios: Practical examples and case studies to help employees understand boundaries and consequences
- Barriers to reporting: Why people stay silent, and what helps create a culture where concerns are raised earlier
Talk to us about training for your organisation
If you’re looking for sexual harassment training that goes beyond compliance and actually changes how people behave, we can help. Get in touch to discuss a tailored approach for your organisation.
Why this matters now
With increased focus on employer responsibility, organisations are expected to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment – not just respond to it. Training plays a key role in that, but only when employees:
- understand what to look for
- feel confident in how to respond
- trust that they will be supported
This session is designed to build that confidence, so prevention becomes part of everyday behaviour, not just policy.
Delivered in a way that actually engages people
- Live, facilitator-led training (virtual or in-person)
- Built around your organisation and workforce
- Interactive throughout - discussion, scenarios, and real examples
- Designed to prompt reflection, not just information recall
What our customers say
Hear how teams are creating safer, more open workplaces by giving people the confidence to speak up – and the tools to act when it matters most.
SASIG has invited Parven to give presentations on online safety and social media to two of our Edinburgh events as well as a number of webinars as we support Parven’s work at Kids N Clicks. The work Parven and Kids N Clicks do to help parents navigate social media and better protect their children is hugely important. Parven’s presentations are excellent: compelling, informative and cautionary, delivered with calm authority. We at SASIG are delighted to have Parven as one of our regular speakers
Tarquin Folliss OBE
Vice Chairman, SASIG Events
Parven’s passion for online safety was, as a long-time employee of one of the largest UK banks, both eye opening and jaw dropping — I never knew I didn’t know so much!
Martin Davies
Former Lloyds Banking Group
She has a unique ability to break down complex online safety topics into relatable, actionable insights. I walked away with practical tools and a renewed sense of confidence in navigating the digital landscape for my family.
Workshop Attendee
Edinburgh SASIG Event
MEET YOUR TRAINER
Charlotte Taylor
As a Diversity and Inclusion Specialist, Charlotte leads the Training Academy at Culture Shift, designing and delivering impactful programmes to prevent bullying, harassment, and sexual misconduct. She is dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces and communities, combining practical expertise with innovative training approaches to empower managers and staff to create safer, more respectful environments.
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FAQs.
Questions about our Training Academy courses? We’ve got answers.
Is sexual harassment training mandatory in the UK?
Sexual harassment training is not always explicitly mandated as a standalone requirement, but UK employers are increasingly expected to take proactive steps to prevent harassment in the workplace. Following the Employment Rights Act 2025, organisations are under growing pressure to demonstrate that they have taken reasonable and effective preventative action – “all reasonable steps”, which commonly includes training.
What is included in workplace sexual harassment training for employees?
Workplace sexual harassment training for employees typically includes understanding what constitutes inappropriate behaviour, recognising harassment in different workplace contexts, responding appropriately if something occurs, and understanding how to report concerns. Our training also includes bystander awareness and practical, real-world scenarios tailored to your organisation.
How is live sexual harassment training different from e-learning courses?
Live sexual harassment training is interactive and facilitator-led, allowing employees to explore real scenarios, ask questions, and apply learning to their own workplace. Unlike standard learning, which is passive and completion-based, this approach focuses on understanding behaviour, decision-making, and culture change.
Who should attend sexual harassment training in the workplace?
This training is designed for all employees, regardless of role or seniority. Everyone has a responsibility to recognise inappropriate behaviour and contribute to a safe workplace. Managers and leaders typically receive additional, more advanced training focused on responsibility, risk, and organisational response.
What does sexual harassment training cover for employees?
Employee sexual harassment training typically covers recognising harassment, understanding boundaries of appropriate behaviour, identifying risks in different workplace settings, knowing how to report concerns, and understanding how to respond if someone speaks up. It also includes practical examples and scenario-based learning.
Can sexual harassment training be tailored to our organisation?
Yes. All training is tailored to your organisation’s policies, reporting procedures, workplace culture, and real-world scenarios. This ensures the content is relevant, practical, and directly applicable to your employees.
Does sexual harassment training help with legal compliance?
Yes. Training supports organisations in meeting their responsibility to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace harassment, in line with UK expectations under the Employment Rights Act 2025. It also supports broader expectations around maintaining safe and respectful workplaces.
What industries is sexual harassment training suitable for?
This training is suitable for all sectors, including corporate, public sector, education, healthcare, and third-sector organisations. The content is adapted to reflect the specific risks, environments, and dynamics of each organisation. We routinely provide sexual harassment training in the energy and technical services sector and the arts and entertainment industry, and have an excellent understanding of the unique risks associated with these sectors.
How often should employees complete sexual harassment training?
Many organisations deliver sexual harassment training regularly or alongside policy updates to ensure awareness remains current. Frequency depends on organisational risk profile, sector expectations, and internal culture goals. All new starters at your organisation should complete sexual harassment training during the onboarding process.
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We’re here to guide you through what your organisation needs to do to stay compliant and protect your people.