Kent Maintained Schools Policy Directory and HR Guidance
HR Policy Directory
HR Connect has developed a suite of HR Policies for Kent Maintained Schools on behalf of the Local Authority. These documents are designed to support Headteachers and line managers in the management of a range of staffing issues including absence and ill health, discipline, grievances and capability.
School and academy policies | Most recent review date |
School and academy absence and ill health policy | April 2026 |
School and academy appraisal policy | October 2025 |
School and academy code of conduct | September 2025 |
School and academy bullying and harassment policy | April 2026 |
School and academy capability policy | November 2024 |
School and academy discipline and conduct policy | November 2024 |
School and academy flexible working policy | April 2024 |
School and academy grievance policy | April 2026 |
School and academy redundancy and restructure policy | May 2024 |
School and academy special leave policy | April 2024 |
School and academy pay policy and procedure | September 2025 |
School and academy whistleblowing policy | April 2026 |
The Local Authority expects that all KCC Community and Voluntary Controlled Schools will use these documents as the basis for their HR policies. This document is also strongly recommended for consideration for adoption by Foundation and Aided Schools.
To access the suite of policies for Kent Maintained Schools please contact HR Connect by calling 03301 249990 or emailing hradvisory@hrconnect.org.uk.
HR Guidance
Should you have any queries regarding this guidance please email HRTeam@kent.gov.uk.