This policy covers the capability procedure and, in the initial stages of employment, the probationary procedure, replacing the two previous policies.

This policy provides guidelines which set out the procedure to follow when dealing with concerns at work regarding performance, which directly relates to the capability of an employee to perform the functions of their post to a satisfactory level.

Capability is about an employee's skills, ability, aptitude and knowledge to undertake their job.

The policy's appendices are attached to this page.