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Education & Training

Team Restructure for Education & Training

Plans and executes organizational changes to team structure, reporting lines, and role responsibilities.

Trigger: Leadership approves a restructure initiative
Total: 20-60 business days
6 stages
Compliance Note

Supports compliance with the ESOS framework, CRICOS requirements, ASQA standards, and state education department reporting.

Workflow Stages

1

Restructure Planning

Define the target organizational structure, role changes, and transition plan.

Inputs

  • Business case for restructure
  • Current organizational chart
  • Budget constraints

Outputs

  • Target structure design
  • Role mapping (current to future)
  • Transition timeline
Department Director
5-10 days
2

HR and Legal Review

Review the restructure plan for legal compliance, employment law considerations, and risk mitigation.

Inputs

  • Target structure design
  • Employment contracts and agreements
  • Legal and regulatory requirements

Outputs

  • Legal compliance assessment
  • Risk mitigation plan
  • Communication strategy approved
HR Manager
3-5 days

Decision Points

  • Are there redundancy or redeployment implications?
  • Is a consultation process required?
3

Leadership Communication

Brief all people managers affected by the restructure on the changes, rationale, and their role in the transition.

Inputs

  • Restructure plan
  • Manager talking points
  • FAQ document

Outputs

  • Manager briefings completed
  • Manager questions addressed
  • Communication timeline confirmed
Executive Leadership
1-2 days
4

Employee Communication

Communicate the restructure to all affected employees with transparency about impacts and next steps.

Inputs

  • Approved communication plan
  • Individual impact letters
  • Support resources information

Outputs

  • Employees notified
  • Individual conversations completed
  • Support referrals made as needed
People Manager
1-3 days
5

Transition Execution

Implement the structural changes including reporting line updates, role transitions, and system changes.

Inputs

  • Role mapping document
  • System update checklist
  • New reporting structure

Outputs

  • Reporting lines updated
  • System access adjusted
  • New team assignments effective
HR Coordinator
5-15 days
6

Post-Restructure Review

Assess the effectiveness of the restructure and address any unresolved concerns.

Inputs

  • Employee feedback
  • Operational metrics
  • Manager observations

Outputs

  • Post-restructure assessment report
  • Corrective actions if needed
  • Lessons learned documented
Department Director
30 days post-implementation

Frequently Asked Questions

What support is available for affected employees?

The company provides access to career coaching, resume assistance, internal transfer opportunities, and an employee assistance program.

Will restructuring result in layoffs?

Not all restructures involve layoffs. The goal is to redeploy talent wherever possible. If positions are eliminated, affected employees receive support including severance and outplacement assistance.

How are employees selected for new roles?

Selection is based on skills, experience, performance history, and business needs. Employees may be asked to apply or interview for new roles depending on the scope of changes.

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