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Capability procedure

A formal process used when a teacher's performance is judged to fall seriously below the expected standard.

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All four UK nations (details may differ)
Topic
Teacher employment

Being checked against official sources. This definition is written in our own words; always check the official guidance for your country.

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Appraisal All four UK nations (details may differ)
The annual review of a teacher's performance against objectives and standards; also called performance management.

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