{"id":1851,"date":"2026-02-18T08:59:21","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T08:59:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crawlergroups.com\/spm\/?page_id=1851"},"modified":"2026-02-18T09:09:04","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T09:09:04","slug":"disciplinary-and-dismissal-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/crawlergroups.com\/spm\/disciplinary-and-dismissal-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Disciplinary and Dismissal Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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SPM Development Services Ltd\nDisciplinary and Dismissal Policy\nMay 2024<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Introduction<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis policy provides a framework for addressing disciplinary issues that may arise with self-employed tutors and mentors engaged by SPM Development Services Ltd. It outlines the steps for managing these issues in compliance with UK legal standards.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Scope<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis policy applies exclusively to self-employed staff, tutors and mentors engaged by SPM Development Services Ltd.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Disciplinary Process:\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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1. Informal Resolution: Initial concerns are ideally addressed informally through direct communication to achieve a mutual understanding and remediation.<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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2. Formal Disciplinary Action:\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Investigation: A formal investigation will be initiated when serious breaches are reported. The individual will be informed of the allegations and given an opportunity to respond.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Disciplinary Meeting: If required, a disciplinary meeting will allow the individual to present their case. This is a formal process taken when informal resolution is not feasible.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Decision and Action: Outcomes may include a warning, a suspension of engagement, or termination of the contract, based on the severity of the misconduct.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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3. Examples of Misconduct:\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Minor misconduct: Minor policy violations, tardiness, or failure to meet agreed standards.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Gross misconduct: Severe breaches such as confidentiality violations, unethical behaviour, or actions that significantly harm the business or its clients\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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4. Dismissal: Considered in cases of gross misconduct or repeated breaches. The process will be transparent, adhering strictly to the terms of the contractual agreement.\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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5. Right to Appeal: Engaged individuals can appeal a disciplinary decision within 14 days, outlining their grounds for appeal. The appeal process will be clearly detailed, ensuring fairness and transparency.\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Guidelines for Managing Disciplinary Issues\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Thorough documentation of all proceedings for transparency.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Timely resolution to minimise disruption.\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u2013 Adherence to UK legal standards, particularly respecting the rights of self-employed individuals.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Review and Amendment\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis policy will be reviewed annually to align with current laws and best practices, with amendments as necessary to address changes in legal requirements or operational structure.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/body>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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