Model Policy for Dealing with Capability Issues
Model policy template for handling teacher or leader capability issues, based on July 2024 DfE guidance.
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An editable model policy for schools dealing with serious capability issues among teachers and school leaders. It is based on DfE model policy guidance and sets out a fair, open process for managing underperformance that is affecting pupils and the school.
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- A model capability policy, ready to adapt for your school
Format: editable Microsoft Word template, 7 pages. Time saved: 1 hour.
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