The Human Resources team is part of the Diocesan Support Services and is dedicated to supporting all aspects of people management. Whether you have questions about recruitment, employment contracts, or general HR matters, we’re here to help. These resources are designed to provide you with the key information you need to be a responsible and legally compliant employer. Our goal is to make your HR journey smoother and more confident, every step of the way.
If you cannot find what you need in the resources below, please call the Diocese of Bristol office on 0117 906 0100 and then option 6. Additionally, you can call the ACAS free employment helpline on 0300 123 1100 or visit the website
The information provided below is accurate as of March 2026.
If you have policies and procedures you would like reviewing or need support with, please contact Georgina Ross - HR Parish Officer or the Human Resources Team via humanresources@bristoldiocese.org
Please note that these resources should be used as guidance, and whilst we will do our upmost to keep updated, some information may change.
Employment Law Changes - April 2026
From 6 April 2026, a major reform under the Employment Rights Act 2025 comes into force, bringing some of the most significant updates to the workplace. Such changes affect family leave, sick pay, whilstleblowing protections and redundancy processes. We have produced a summary of the changes below
Key Employment Legislative Changes
The changes outlined in the above document are reflected in the resources provided below
Diocese of Bristol Parish Employer's Resource