to download a copy of the staff handbook. - Downing College
to download a copy of the staff handbook. - Downing College
to download a copy of the staff handbook. - Downing College
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Training<br />
SECTION 3.13<br />
i.<br />
ii.<br />
We regard investment in our <strong>staff</strong> as essential, and as such we aim <strong>to</strong><br />
support <strong>the</strong> learning, growth, and development <strong>of</strong> our employees,<br />
ins<strong>of</strong>ar as this is in accordance with <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s business needs.<br />
We recognise that training is a life-long process and that it may be<br />
necessary <strong>to</strong>:<br />
POLICIES & PROCEDURES<br />
• Update existing skills;<br />
• Replace redundant skills;<br />
• Train for new skills; or<br />
• Extend <strong>the</strong> skills base <strong>of</strong> individuals <strong>to</strong> encourage flexibility and<br />
adaptability <strong>of</strong> working.<br />
iii.<br />
iv.<br />
v.<br />
The annual performance review procedure is used <strong>to</strong> help identify<br />
individual training needs.<br />
Training requests arising from <strong>the</strong> performance review, or those arising<br />
ad hoc, should be submitted by <strong>the</strong> Head <strong>of</strong> Department for <strong>the</strong> Bursar’s<br />
approval, on a training request form.<br />
Training and development needs arising from changes in <strong>the</strong> <strong>College</strong>’s<br />
structure or service levels will be compiled in an annual training plan<br />
and submitted <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Staff and Employment Committee for approval.<br />
Training<br />
STAFF HANDBOOK 89