Jason Elliott was called to the Bar of Northern Ireland in 2013 and is the Associate Head of School of Law at Ulster University. As a practising barrister, he has developed a largely civil practice representing individuals, companies and public bodies in litigation. This covers a wide range of areas including personal injuries, wills and employment law. In terms of employment law, he has represented both applicants and respondents in the Industrial Tribunal. At Ulster University, Jason lectures extensively on the civil areas of practise such as Equity and Trusts and delivers employment law lectures for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Claimant who engaged in a business proposal with a service user in relation to publishing a book in his separate business was not unfairly dismissed nor was he treated detrimentally as a result of public interest disclosures.
The claimant commenced employment with the respondent in August 2024 as a Team Leader providing support for six vulnerable adults. The post and premises fell under the regulatory supervision of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC).
The claimant undertook a series of training courses during his employment including those on safeguarding and personal relationships at work. The claimant’s contract set out a six-month probationary period which could be extended in line with policy and procedure.
Before commencing employment with the
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