Frequently asked question
This FAQ is for teachers and college lecturers who have been referred to us about their fitness to teach.
I have been told I have been referred but no action will be taken - will this affect my career?
In this circumstance, we have concluded that the allegations in the referral did not meet our threshold for investigation. Find out more about these criteria in our Threshold Policy.
If we decide that an investigation is not needed, your registration will remain unaffected. No information about the referral will be made public. We may however inform 3rd parties, including your former or current employer, if the allegations relate to your employment and/or involve safeguarding issues.
Please see our Privacy Notice for more information.