SCHOOL POLICY MANUAL-2024-2025

Documenta�on • All reports and findings will be documented. • Documentation will include the nature of the misconduct, investigation process and outcome. • Disciplinary Actions • T he investigation and disciplinary process for staff and volunteers in schools is designed to address concerns regarding professional conduct, ensuring a fair and transparent approach. When an allegation of misconduct arises, the school administration initiates an investigation to gather relevant facts and determine whether the concern is substantiated. • This investigation typically involves interviews with the person making the allegation, the accused • individual, and any witnesses, alongside a review of relevant documentation or evidence. Throughout the process, confidentiality is maintained to protect all parties involved. Based on the findings, appropriate disciplinary action may be • The individual under investigation has the right to respond to the allegations and may appeal the decision if they feel the process was not followed correctly. This ensures that the process is not only thorough. but also just, promoting a safe and supportive learning environment for students. • Disciplinary actions may vary depending on the severity and frequency of the misconduct and may include: • Suspension (with or without pay) • Mandatory training or counselling • Demotion • Termination of Employment. • Appeal Process • Staff members have the right to appeal disciplinary actions: • Appeals must be submitted in writing within a specified time frame (5 business days) • The disciplinary review committee will be convened to evaluate the case. • The committee’s decision will be final. • Support and Training • The school will provide training on professional conduct and ethics and UAE cultural • consideration. All staff will sign a code of conduct upon their employment and induction. • Support services, such as counselling will be available for staff members as needed. • Policy Review and Updates • This policy will be reviewed annually and updated, as necessary. • Staff will be informed of any changes to the policy. taken, ranging from training or warnings to suspension or • dismissal, depending on the severity of the misconduct. • Verbal warning • Written warning

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Al Diyafah High School-Reviewed policies- November 2024

AT&L24-2025