Misconduct

Aim

To advise on best practice on dealing with staff misconduct

Target audience

People aspiring to supervisory or managerial roles or those wishing to develop or update their skills and knowledge in this important area.

Duration

One day

Outline content

  • What is misconduct, when is it “gross misconduct”?
  • Distinguishing between incapability and misconduct
  • Understanding the Statutory procedures
  • Managing Suspension
  • Carrying out an investigation
  • Understanding what is “fair and reasonable”
  • Dealing with representation
  • Taking punitive action
  • Dealing with Appeals and reviews
  • Case studies

Style

The course will consist of expert input through presentations, a number of group discussions and practical exercises and some cases studies.  Participants will be encouraged to draw up an action plan at the end of the course to put into practice what they have learnt.

Venue

This programme can be run on your premises or at a shared venue for a group of authorities.

Further Details

Please contact Sammi Wu.