Induction Process

The Induction Process is essential for anyone involved in the care and education of the children within the Community. Induction takes approximately 20 weeks to complete. It starts when you arrive with a course that goes over important elements of the Co-Worker Information Handbook e.g. health and safety, child protection, house and school life. You will also participate in Emergency First Aid and Moving and Handling training at this time.

At an early stage you will be introduced to your new colleagues and to the children with whom you will live and work. A key part of your learning in these early days will be the regular supervision talks that you will have with your house co-ordinator or other senior co-worker delegated to support you. This person will encourage you to think about how you are developing and seek to support and challenge you to grow further. You will be expected to keep track of your progress and demonstrate your skills and understanding through everyday activities, conversation, and completing written worksheets and notes. Completing induction is essential preparation for moving on to the Foundation Process.