staff, says Jacqui Mann of HR4 Nurseries.
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When an employee is under-performing, you need the right policies and procedures in place. There are three main policies to consider here:
The main problems a nursery has with its employees are those who won't do something, those who can't do something or those who take too much time off sick.
What is the difference between disciplinary and capability?
Disciplinary deals with conduct - won't do. Capability deals with performance - can't do. If an employee is not performing, first have a chat and explain what you need them to do. If things don't improve, start the disciplinary process.
This can eventually lead to dismissal.
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