Disciplinary Policy and Procedure

This policy and procedure if adopted by the respective governing body is contractual and forms part of the employment contract for employees. The associated guidance and forms are non-contractual. The policy may be amended at any time in consultation with the trade unions.

This procedure sets out the process for ensuring that misconduct issues are dealt with in a fair, timely and consistent way whilst supporting the person concerned to improve their conduct to an acceptable standard.

Published July 2024

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Schools disciplinary policy
Schools disciplinary toolkit

Model letters and forms

Appendix 1 - Hearing Arrangements Checklist
Appendix 2 - Disciplinary Hearing Protocol
Appendix 2 - Structure of Hearing and Appeal
Appendix 3 Model Letter 1 – Confirmation of Suspension from work
Appendix 4 Model Letter 2 – Extension to Suspension
Appendix 5 Model Letter 3 – Complaint Allegation of Misconduct – No Suspension
Appendix 6 Model Letter 4 – Investigation Interview
Appendix 7 Model Investigation Report Template
Appendix 8 Model Letter 5 – Outcome of Investigation – No Action Under Procedure
Appendix 9 Model Letter 6 – Outcome of Gross misconduct Investigation – Grounds for Misconduct – Return to work
Appendix 10 Model Letter 7 – Outcome of Investigation – Notification of Disciplinary Hearing
Appendix 11 Model Letter 8 – Invite for a Witness to Attend a Hearing
Appendix 12 Model Letter 9 – Confirmation of Decision at Disciplinary Hearing
Appendix 13 Model Letter 10 – Acknowledgement of Appeal
Appendix 14 Model Letter 11 – Notification of Appeal Hearing
Appendix 15 Model Letter 12 – Confirmation of Decision at Disciplinary Appeal Hearing
Appendix 16 - Casework Checklist
Appendix 17 - Disciplinary appeal record form