Induction training for all childcare support workers
Every new recruit completes a comprehensive induction training programme to help prepare for their new role. This induction covers:
- local authority safeguarding training
- attachment theory
- medication awareness
- anti-bullying/restorative justice/reparation/outcomes of behaviour
- safety planning
- risk assessments
- individual behaviour management plans
- placement plans
- domestic abuse awareness
- professional boundaries.
Ongoing training
Regular training and development ensure that our team continues to deliver the best care for our young people. Team performance is evaluated on an ongoing basis. Managers also discuss learning and development needs with individual team members during formal appraisals. All training provided is in line with the Ofsted framework and the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
Nurturing talent
We are very proud that so many of our care team progress internally from key worker roles to leadership positions within Beaufort Care Group – reflecting our commitment to developing our people. Our dedicated internal leadership programme helps team members build the skills required for management roles and prepare for this responsibility.