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This section will help you record your hours for when you need to add them to Grofar.

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Write down here everything that you have done on work experience. This will be your evidence for Grofar.

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Before going on work experience, research and write down the key points from 3 pieces of relevant legislation

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Ethical principles

Putting the patient/service user at the heart of service provision

Providing active support consistent with the beliefs, culture and preferences of the individual

Supporting individuals to express their needs and preferences

Empowering individuals

Promoting individuals’ rights, choices and wellbeing

Balancing individual rights with the rights of others

Dealing with conflicts

Identifying and challenging discrimination

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Instructions: Write a short paragraph answering these questions:

How will this development plan help you with your future career?

How has your placement experience influenced your personal or professional goals?

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Instructions: Choose three areas you want to improve

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Instructions: Answer the questions below in full sentences.

1. What were your strengths during placement?
(Think about positive feedback you received or tasks you were confident with.)

2. What skills or behaviours do you still want to develop?
(Were there any tasks or situations you found difficult?)

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What skills, behaviours and attributes did I demonstrate while carrying out this task?
(e.g. communication, empathy, teamwork, punctuality)

What feedback did I receive?
(From supervisor, teacher, or service users if appropriate)

What went well?
(What was successful or effective in your performance?)

Which factors may have influenced my performance?
(E.g. confidence level, environment, support from staff, equipment available)

How did work shadowing or observing others complete the task help my performance?
(What did you learn by watching experienced staff?)

How can I improve?
(What would you do differently next time?)

Observed improvements (if task is being repeated)
(Optional – complete this if you’ve repeated the task and noticed progress)

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Unit 2

🤝 1. Carry Out Your Agreed Role in a Team
Stick to your assigned duties and be a reliable member of the team.
✅ Evidence: Supervisor confirmation, reflective account, rota/task list

💬 2. Offer Support to Team Members
Help colleagues when they’re busy or need assistance.
✅ Evidence: Example from placement, feedback from staff

💡 3. Use Feedback to Improve Practice
Take advice from colleagues and apply it to improve how you work.
✅ Evidence: Feedback log, reflective entry on how you changed your approach

🎯 4. Understand Team Purpose and Objectives
Know the team’s goals (e.g. promoting independence, safeguarding) and your part in achieving them.
✅ Evidence: Reflection on team role, discussion during team meetings, policy read

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Unit 5

🗣️ 1. Develop Positive Professional Relationships
Build trust and rapport with individuals and key people (e.g. family, carers).
✅ Evidence: Reflective account, witness statement, teacher observation

🙋‍♀️ 2. Seek Support for Effective Communication
Ask staff or mentors for help when unsure how to communicate with individuals.
✅ Evidence: Diary entry, supervisor comment

👀 3. Use Positive Non-Verbal Communication
Use body language, eye contact, facial expressions, and tone of voice effectively.
✅ Evidence: Observation by teacher/supervisor, reflective account

👂 4. Communicate at the Right Level for the Individual
Adapt your pace, tone, and language to suit the person’s understanding or preference.
✅ Evidence: Example from placement, diary or reflection

🔇 5. Ensure a Suitable Communication Environment
Make sure the space is quiet, private, and appropriate for the conversation.
✅ Evidence: Reflective account, photo of room setup (no service users), observation notes

🤝 6. Informal Communication with Colleagues
Chat appropriately with staff day-to-day, e.g. updates or reminders.
✅ Evidence: Example dialogue or feedback from supervisor

🧑‍💼 7. Formal Communication with Colleagues
Participate in team meetings, handovers, or care planning discussions.
✅ Evidence: Meeting notes, feedback from staff

❓ 8. Listen Actively and Ask Questions
Show listening skills and clarify information when unsure.
✅ Evidence: Reflective log of a conversation, observation report

🚧 9. Overcome Barriers to Communication
Use strategies (e.g. visual aids, gestures, writing) when someone struggles to understand.
✅ Evidence: Example from placement, supervisor feedback

📤 10. Share Information with the Right People
Follow procedures for who to tell and when (e.g. reporting concerns).
✅ Evidence: Record of reporting process, policy read, teacher sign-off

📝 11. Record Information Accurately and Securely
Write clear, factual notes and store them according to setting policy.
✅ Evidence: Example record (if allowed), signed confirmation of task, policy reference

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Unit 7

✅ 1. Monitor risks and hazards in the environment through observation

Look for unsafe situations and report them appropriately.

✅ 2. Follow procedures to use any equipment correctly

Use tools or machinery as instructed (e.g. hoists, cleaning equipment).

✅ 3. Follow procedures to lift and/or move objects

Apply correct manual handling techniques.

✅ 4. Tidy away equipment, activities or resources

Keep the environment clean and free from obstacles.

✅ 5. Follow risk assessment procedures

Be aware of workplace protocols to reduce harm.

✅ 6. Complete a risk assessment using the setting’s documentation

Fill out actual forms under supervision if permitted.

✅ 7. Follow hygiene procedures to prepare and/or serve food

Wash hands, use gloves, wear aprons, and understand cross-contamination.

✅ 8. Follow procedures to carry out cleaning activities

Clean equipment or areas using correct products and techniques.

✅ 9. Return cleaning equipment and materials in good working order to appropriate storage

Maintain organisation and safety in storage areas.

✅ 10. Use personal protective equipment (PPE), including wearing appropriate clothing

Know what PPE is needed for different tasks and wear it correctly.

✅ 11. Monitor cleanliness of the environment by observation

Check cleanliness and report issues (e.g. spills, waste).

✅ 12. Follow hand-washing procedures

Demonstrate the correct technique and when it is required.

✅ 13. Follow procedures to prevent the transmission of infection

Apply infection control measures like correct disposal of waste and use of PPE.

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How does this plan help you prepare for placement?

How does it help you understand what’s expected of you?

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Explain how your placement will support:

👩‍⚕️ Your professional skills (e.g. observation, reporting)

🧠 Your personal attributes (e.g. confidence, patience)

💼 Employment preparation (e.g. knowing workplace expectations)

🏥 Understanding of the health and social care sector

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Think about:

What skills or behaviours do I want to improve?

Are there new skills I need to gain?

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Ask yourself:

What can I do now?

What are my current strengths?

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Responsibilities (e.g. supporting activities, following routines)

Skills you'll need (e.g. communication, time management)

Attitudes/Behaviours expected (e.g. empathy, professionalism)

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Name of Placement:

Address of Placement Organisation:

Contact Name:

Contact Number:

Contact Details: