Capability Policy

Manage performance issues confidently and fairly with a professionally drafted Capability Policy. This ready‑to‑use HR template gives UK employers clear, structured procedures to address poor performance, support improvement and protect your organisation from risk.

The Capability Policy outlines how your organisation defines capability concerns, how performance discussions are handled, and the steps managers should follow when performance doesn’t meet expected standards. It promotes fairness and consistency, helping both employees and managers understand their roles in performance improvement.

What’s included:

• A fully written Capability Policy tailored for UK employment practice
• Clear steps for managing performance issues and improvement plans
• Guidance on meetings, reviews and possible outcomes
• Practical wording that you can customise for your organisation

Why your business needs it:

Performance issues can affect morale, productivity and team dynamics if handled inconsistently. A formal capability policy helps you address performance concerns early, support employees to improve, and minimise disputes or legal risk by following a fair, transparent process.

Benefits for HR teams & employers:

✔ Helps you manage performance fairly and consistently
✔ Supports improvement conversations and action plans
✔ Reduces risk of disputes or misunderstandings
✔ Saves time with professionally drafted wording

Download your Capability Policy today and give your HR team the tools to handle performance challenges with clarity and confidence.