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Staff Development Plan
The Pathway Group's staff development policy and plan for 2014-2015 outlines training opportunities to support legal obligations, health and safety, and employee professional growth. It includes induction programs for new staff, a range of in-house training options, and emphasizes the importance of continuous quality improvement and diversity. The plan aims to enhance staff skills through various methods, including e-learning, workshops, and professional management training.
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- 1. Staff Development Policy &Plan 2014-2015 Pathway Collegeputting you first Pathway Groupputting you first
- 2. Contents Forward by theDirector...................................................................................................................1 What’s in the Plan?.............................................................................................................................2 Induction of New Staff......................................................................................................................2 Information, Communication Technology (ICT) Induction.................................................6 Functional Skills Training.................................................................................................................6 Assessor Training-Training the Trainers......................................................................................7 Professional and Management Skills Development..............................................................8 Staff Development Plan 2014-2015.............................................................................................10
- 3. 1. FORWARD This StaffDevelopment Plan has been devised to assist Pathway Group in delivering the aims and objectives set out in the Pathway Group Business Development Plan 2014-2017. Our training and development strategy also ensures that we are meeting our legal obligations in key areas including health and safety, safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and equality and diversity. It sets out our commitment to new Pathway Group employees through our induction programmes as well as how we will deliver our intent to meet company needs with staff development that will help us to deliver organisational success. As well as equipping individuals to achieve personal success and fulfil their ambitions. We encourage all those in the organisation with management responsibilities to enable and encourage their teams to take full advantage of the development opportunities set out in this plan. Safaraz Ali Director 02 October 2014 1.
- 4. 2. WHAT’S INTHE PLAN? This plan is intended for all staff and gives general information about Pathway Group’s range of staff development opportunities including where employees can access Matrix Standard information, advice and guidance. It provides a directory of in-house training activities available during 2014-2015, which give opportunities to pursue staff development through a wide variety of learning methods including e-learning, workshops, seminars, longer term programmes of study, networking, standardisation meetings and coaching. A key feature in our staff development programme during 2014- 2015 will be the expansion of e-learning opportunities. Why get involved in staff development? Staff development activities play a major role in delivering Pathway Group’s commitment to continuous quality improvement and the expansion of our services, as well as addressing individual employees’ professional development needs and supporting staff in achieving their career aspirations. Feedback is Welcome We welcome questions and feedback.Your identification of additional training needs and any gaps would be a valuable contribution to our on-going training needs analysis process. In particular, we see the plan as supporting and reflecting Pathway Group’s commitment to delivering our equality and diversity policies, so please let us know if we’re not fully meeting that pledge. 3. INDUCTION OF NEW STAFF Allnewstaff,includingparttimeemployees,aregiveninductiontrainingwhichfocuses on job role priorities; Pathway Group policies, aims and objectives, introduction to the Pathway Group team and explanation about roles and responsibilities. Induction programmes will be customised to meet the individual requirements of specific roles and, in addition new employees are also required to attend within their first year, a number of sessions covering generic company issues including: 2.
- 5. Health and SafetyInduction Government legislation makes it the duty of employers to ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of all employees, visitors and service users.The legislation also imposes basic duties on employees, to act with reasonable care regarding the health and safety of themselves, other employees and the general public and to co-operate with their employer and others to see that statutory provisions are observed. All new staff members are required to attend this Introduction to Health and Safety training within their induction period and all existing staff should attend this session at least once a year. This is a key part of the process of keeping everyone up to date regarding Pathway Group’s Health and Safety Policy. Fire Emergency Procedures This course is designed to give employees an understanding of what to do in the event of a fire. All new employees must attend this session within their induction training. The core purpose of the training is concerned with actions to take on discovering a fire: • How to raise the alarm • What to do when hearing a fire alarm • Who’s responsible for calling the emergency services • Location of extinguishers and escape routes • Dealing with disabled persons and evacuation procedures • Who will be responsible for the commission of any further investigation Safeguarding All new staff members should attend a session and conduct safeguarding training assessment. Employment in the Company and existing staff should attend regular updates as signposted. Staff should also complete the online safeguarding course, to gain more understanding about recognising signs that there may be safeguarding issues affecting learners and how to respond including reporting procedures. These mattersarealsocoveredinPathwayGroup’sSafeguardingPolicyinrespectofchildren, young people and vulnerable adults and Pathway Group’s Health and Safety Policy. 3.
- 6. Topics that arecovered include: • Understanding anger and fear • Helping to keep yourself and others safe • Learning how to stay in control • Understanding one’s own attitude to risk • Understanding causes and triggers and patterns leading to violent behaviour • How to manage confrontation and violence • How to carry out a personal safety risk assessment • Reporting and debriefing if incidents occur • First aid training • RIDDOR including assessment procedure requirements • Display Screen Equipment (DSE) safe use • Personal protective equipment and clothing • Hazardous substances/chemical safety – COSHH • Welfare facilities • Electrical safety policy and procedures • Occupational health referral * First Aid Certificate Course Pathway Group needs to maintain the requisite number of qualified First Aiders in our various teams/ locations and opportunities for training to become a First Aider will arise. Our First Aid Trainers are competent and qualified to deliver the certificate course which is considered the “Gold Standard” in First Aid education in the UK. It qualifies the holder to act as a statutory First Aider in the workplace, subject to appointment by their employer. The course is a blend of theory integrated with the principles and practice of First Aid. What you can expect to learn: • Resuscitation and care of an unconscious casualty • Treatment and control of bleeding and shock • Legal considerations of first aid in the workplace • Transportation of casualties • Recognition of illness and poisoning and eye irrigation procedure • Treatment to bones, muscles and joints • Personal hygiene in treating wounds • Communication and delegation in an emergency • Appropriate and sufficient case record keeping 4.
- 7. Equality and DiversityAwareness Training The principles of equality and fairness underpin everything we do in our company. Whatever our roles, we need to be able to work effectively within the context of the diversity of our colleagues and learners. It is essential to maintaining our ethos that we respect and value this diversity– whether in the context of background, disability, race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion or sexuality. We should be sensitive to, and respect other people’s needs and feelings. We all have a responsibility for ensuring fair and equal practice. Training is offered to support personal development in these areas. The company has set out its policy and procedures in these matters in the Pathway Group Equality and Diversity Policy document which is accessible on the company web site. All new staff members are required to attend an awareness training session within the first six months of joining the company and existing staff should attend the session at least once a year. Topics include: • Principles of equality and diversity and best practice • Overview of the company’s response to legislation • Understanding the company’s Equality and Diversity Policy • Your rights and responsibilities • Value of the policy to the employer and employee 5.
- 8. 4. INFORMATION,COMMUNICATIONTECHNOLOGY(ICT)INDUCTION All newand existing staff will need to attend this training in order to be able to input and access training relating to: • Online Courses/E-learning • Database usage training • IT Policies and Procedures • IT/Communication/Technology updates You can expect to learn: • How to access and use emails • How to access company policies and procedures • How to access company announcements and to improve IT communication skills • How to access learners’documentation • How to keep up with changes within the organisation • How to use the Pathway Group electronic diary All new and existing staff will be encouraged to access training via Online courses/E- learning which meets their particular interests or develop new skills. You can expect to learn: • How to use IT to develop both existing skills new skills/interests 5. FUNCTIONAL SKILLS TRAINING Functional Skills Functional Skills are qualifications in English, Maths and ICT that equip learners with the basic practical skills required in everyday life, education and the workplace. They are available at Entry Level 1 through to Level 2. Pathway Group will encourage and enable employees, where appropriate to their individual needs and work requirements to further develop their professional skills. Employees should in the first instance, discuss their individual needs with their Line Manager. 6.
- 9. 6. ASSESSOR TRAINING-TRAINING THE TRAINERS Pathway Group provides relevant training programmes for its Trainers and Assessors • L3 Award in Assessing & Assuring the Quality of Assessment Unit 1 - Understanding the Principles & Practices of Assessment Unit 2 - Assess Occupational Competence in the Work Environment Unit 3 - Assess Vocational Skills, Knowledge & Understanding • L4 Certificate in Assessing and Assuring the Quality of Assessment Unit 1 - Understanding the Principles & Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment Unit 2 - Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment Unit 3 - Plan, Allocate & Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility • Level 3 Induction and Teaching These courses are suitable for all assessors who wish to develop their skills to deliver short courses, assess and assure the quality of assessments. What you can expect to learn: 7.
- 10. 7. PROFESSIONAL ANDMANAGEMENT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT We offer a generic course which is valuable to both new and experienced Managers who wish to gain or refine their management skills and at the same time reinforce the commitment and increase the productivity of their teams. This course may also be suitable for employees wishing to gain management skills.The course includes modules covering: management and supervision, appraisal, leadership skills, L3/4 NVQ in Management, recruitment and selection, finance, effective meetings, coaching, disciplinary procedures and marketing. What can you expect to learn: • The power of vision and goals • Motivating people • Managing the work-life balance • Developing ownership within your team • Teamwork: the key to successful management • Effective delegation--the key to the committed team • The power of empowerment • Managing yourself effectively • Working in a global environment • Customer-led performance • Managing the team day to day • Daily practicalities • Creating a positive, productive climate • Conducting performance appraisals that improve morale and productivity • Acquiring teaching and coaching skills • Managing expectations • People Manager Tool Kit • 5S Essentials Contract Management This course enables Managers to negotiate and affect the most appropriate contract strategy for the procurement of training contracts. These sessions are valuable to employees who deal with contracts. What can you expect to learn: • The power of vision and goals 8.
- 11. • Applying riskassessment and apportionment to the identification of appropriate formal contracts • Understanding the appropriate contexts of different contracts • Preventing and resolving disputes • Resolving claims • Final accounts 9.
- 12. 9. STAFF DEVELOPMENTPLAN 2014-2015 Course Management Administration Assessors/Trainers Equality/Diversity/ Equal Opps All All All Communication All All All Induction (New Staff) All All IAG Updates N/A N/A All L3 Award in Assessing & Assuring the Quality of Assessment N/A N/A ALL L4 Certificate in Assessing and Assuring the Quality of Assessments N/A N/A IV/IQA Coaching All N/A N/A E-Safety Guidence for Practitioners N/A N/A All Health and Safety in the Workplace All All All First Aid All All All Fire Safety and Evacuation All All All Date Protection at work All All All Introduction to Contract Management All N/A N/A Safeguarding All All All Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment All N/A All Personal Safety for Lone Workers All N/A All 10.
- 13. Course Management AdministrationAssessors/Trainers People Managers Toolkit • Understanding the Role of Manager • How to Delegate Effectively • How to Manage Capability • How to Manage Learning and Development • How to Manage Performance Reviews • How to Manage Sickness and Absence All N/A N/A Induction • Induction • Equality and Diversity • Introduction to Health and Safety • Learner Charter • Employee Rights and Responsibilites • Personal Learning and Training Skills • PLTS 5S Essentials All N/A N/A 11.
- 14. Pathway Group Fairgate house,205 Kings Road, Tyseley, Birmingham B11 2AA Tel: 0800 955 0870 / 0121 707 0550 Email: info@pathwaygroup.co.uk Web: www.pathwaygroup.co.uk Pathway Collegeputting you first Pathway Groupputting you first