Suspension from Duty Confirmation Allegation of harm to Vulnerable Adult Child or Young Person

This specimen letter is for use in cases of potential gross misconduct only where the employee works for a specified care provider, provider of childcare, children’s home, educational establishment and is alleged to have either placed at risk of harm or harmed a vulnerable adult, child or young person.

As suspension from duty in certain circumstances may be viewed as a breach of trust and confidence, giving rise to the risk of a constructive dismissal claim, seek advice before suspending.