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Fitness to teach

You can download the full text of the circular detailing the Government's guidance on procedures for assessing the physical and mental fitness to teach of those applying for teacher training and existing teachers.
http://www.dfes.gov.uk/publi cations/guidanceonthelaw/6_99/circa148.ht m

How can school managers assess if applicants are fit to teach? The A to Z of School Leadership gives advice and highlights the relevant legislation.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /management/atoz/f/fitnesstoteach/