Recently after informal councelling had taken place I had to request an employee attend a disciplnary investigation in relation to errors in their work. These errors were serious but not malicious in any way.
The day after recieving the letter they resigned stating personal issues. The resignation has been accepted.
They then took their booked annual leave.
Upon returning they requested that the meeting be postponed. We have agreed and re set the date.
Once the investigation takes place, if it is found that it is indeed a disciplinary issue should a full hearing still be conducted? Or should it be stated to them in writing that the findings of the investigations would have lead to hearing but as they are leaving this will now not occur.
I am mindful that if a reference is required and the question of any disciplnary issues arises I will need to be truthful due to the nature of this individuals work.
S Claydon
