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Please ensure that you are complying with all Health and Safety policies and procedures whilst you are in centre. If you spot any health and safety hazards please report them to your nearest Total Training staff member.

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The government announced recently that the Functional Skills elements of qualifications would be changing so that the qualification came more in line with industry standards and expectations. Our team of specialised tutors and assessors will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and if this change affects you.

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At Total Training we promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion every day and request that all our learners help us in ensuring that no learner is treated unfairly. Should you see something please report it to a member of the Total Training staff.

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The Prevent strategy, published by the Government in 2011, is part of our overall counter-terrorism strategy, CONTEST.
The aim of the Prevent strategy is to reduce the threat to the UK from terrorism by stopping people becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism.  In the Act this has simply been expressed as  the need to “prevent people from being drawn into terrorism”

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All staff within ITS have a responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of learners and staff. Living a life that is free from harm and abuse is a fundamental human right and an essential requirement for health and well-being.

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Here at ITS we are committed to ensuring that all staff and apprentices are fully supported.  Statistics show that the number of people experiencing mental illness in the UK is 16 million, broken down this means one in four people experience a mental health problem every year. Men are three times as likely to take their own lives as women, women are more likely to have mental health issues. The most common mental health condition is anxiety, which affects 5.9 in every 100 people. Up to 300,000 people with mental health problems lose their jobs each year. The government-commissioned Thriving at Work report found people with mental health problems feel stigmatised at work, they are not getting the support they need and employers are unsure how to provide it which is why ITS has a designated Mental Health representative to support, train and assist where needed. If you require any additional information please contact Fiona Lagus or alternatively contact one of the many organisations listed below:

Samaritans
Telephone 116123
Email jo@samaritans.org

Rethink mental illness
Website rethink.org

Mates in Mind (specifically for the construction industry)
matesinmind.org

Saneline
Website sane.org.uk
Telephone 0300 304 7000

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Providing bespoke information, advice and guidance to empower you into making the right decisions for your learning, career and lifestyle aspirations.

Here at ITS we are committed to setting you on the right path in your career, lifestyle and learning journey. Our IAG representatives dedicates an impartial, tailored service focusing on your best interests, by providing you with relevant information appropriate for each learner's individual needs.

We aim to ensure that:

❖     You have access to information, advice and guidance at all steps of your learning journey with us and beyond.
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❖     You are supported with an ongoing development plan to assist you in achieving your career or learning aspirations;

❖     You leave us feeling more empowered and inspired to make the right decisions for you, with your learning, lifestyle and career choices;

❖     We provide confidentiality and impartiality towards any IAG session;

❖     We provide a specific tailored approach to each individual.

Feel free to contact one of our team to discuss your IAG needs.

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Let’s Talk About It is an initiative designed to provide practical help and guidance in order stop people becoming terrorists or supporting terrorism. Their hope is that by highlighting the issues and initiating discussions around the potential threats we face as a community, we can create greater understanding and wider awareness.  Their aim is to work together to focus  on three key core themes: • Building close relationships between our schools and universities, prisons, places of worship, health services, children’s services, community groups, charities and other institutions • Challenging extremism ideology by working closely with local and national agencies, partners and  our communities • Supporting vulnerable individuals through intervention projects.

Let's talk about it have produced a pocket guide to aid in understanding what Prevent is all about. Please take a look and feel free to ask a member of staff any questions.

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Safeguarding adults is everyone’s responsibility.
All adults have the right to be protected from abuse and poor practice. This is regardless of their:

Age.

Ability or disability.

Gender.

Race.

Religion.

Ethnic origin.

Sexual orientation.

Marital status.

Transgender status.

Best practice in safeguarding means committing to both a legal and moral responsibility to all paid staff, volunteers and visitors. You can demonstrate this commitment to safeguarding by accepting your responsibilities. You can also strive to embed safeguarding within the culture of your organisation.

1. Empowerment
People are supported and encouraged to make their own decisions and informed consent.
2.Prevention
It is better to take action before harm occurs.
3. Proportionality
The least intrusive response appropriate to the risk presented.
4. Protection
Support and representation for those in greatest need.
5. Partnership
Services offer local solutions through working closely with their communities. Communities have a part to play in preventing, detecting and reporting neglect and abuse.
6. Accountability
Accountability and transparency in delivering safeguarding.

If you would like more information on how ITS adheres and ensure all learners, staff and visitors are safe please do not hesitate to contact a member of our Safeguarding Team.

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At ITS we know it’s important to take care of yourself and get the most from life. Below are 10 practical ways to look after your mental health. Making simple changes to how you live doesn’t need to cost a fortune or take up loads of time. Anyone can follow this advice. Why not start today?

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Equality and diversity - what is the difference?

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Equality and diversity - what is the difference?

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Information obtained from TUC

What’s the difference between equality and diversity? What's the meaning of equality and diversity?

Equality is about ensuring everybody has an equal opportunity, and is not treated differently or discriminated against because of their characteristics.

Diversity is about taking account of the differences between people and groups of people, and placing a positive value on those differences.

Equality of opportunity
Equality of opportunity is about ensuring everybody has an equal chance to take up opportunities and also to make full use of the opportunities on offer and to fulfil their potential.

"Regardless of age, race, gender, class, sexual orientation, religion or belief, disability or the passport they hold, every worker should enjoy an equal chance to up-skill or learn something new at work." - Frances O’Grady, Breaking through the barriers

Examples of inequalities in learning include:

Black workers have fewer training opportunities than white workers and black women get an even worse deal.

Older Workers may have been in the job for longer but this may only mean that the longer you are in a job the less training you will receive.

Manual workers and/or workers with few qualifications are mainly overlooked for training as those who have a lot of education and training tend to benefit from any training on offer.

Part-time workers and temporary workers are often left behind when training is on offer as employers place a greater value on permanent or full-time workers at the cost of temporary or part-time workers. Women make up the majority of part-time workers.

Workers for whom English is a second language may find that the only jobs open to them are manual / low skilled jobs. Whilst some will have qualifications, these may have been achieved in another country and employers will often overlook them. A lack of spoken English is often a barrier to moving on.

Shift workers are least likely to participate in learning in colleges because of working patterns, or to be offered training by their employer.  They may need to be encouraged when learning is promoted and shift times taken into account when onsite learning takes place.

Discrimination often plays a role when access to job and training opportunities are based on negative stereotypes and perceptions of what people can and can’t do.

Diversity
Diversity is about celebrating and valuing how different we all are. This is strongly linked with promoting human rights and freedoms, based on principles such as dignity and respect. Diversity is about recognising, valuing and taking account of people's different backgrounds, knowledge, skills, and experiences, and encouraging and using those differences to create a productive and effective workforce.

Diversity is something that applies to everyone, and should be part of everything we do. It is an important part of our work and not just a side issue. It requires everyone to play a full part. It is important to recognise that none of us fit neatly into separate ‘packages’ which can be neatly labelled or discriminated against.

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Everyone has something about them that is different. It makes no sense to discriminate or stereotype people because they are different from us.

What do equality and diversity have to do with learning?
How does this link with learning? Training providers such as Total Training can help to ensure that everyone can participate in learning and share their ideas and experiences with others. We also encourage discussion about equality and diversity to make sure that everyone can have a say.

The Equality Act
Under the Equality Act (2010) people are protected from discrimination on these grounds:

Ethnicity

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Gender reassignment

Disability

Religion and belief

Age

Sexual orientation

Pregnancy and maternity

Marriage and civil partnerships

All of these have the potential to impact on a person’s opportunities to access learning.

It is also important to consider the potential impact of a person’s social background or class on their access to learning opportunities.

ITS is works hard with in collaboration with its partners to eliminate any inequality and forge equality of opportunities, please speak to a member of our team to find out how we could help you.

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Good health and safety is the responsibility of everyone in your organisation. To help you communicate this message the booklet is an introduction to key themes your employees should be aware of.

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Here at ITS we are constantly looking to update our portfolio of courses offered so that we can continue to be market leaders in the field of training.  Please take a look at our current selection, if there is something more specific you are looking for please speak to one of our team who will be more than happy to assist

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Welcome to ITS and the start of your next step in your journey.  Our staff are all industry trained with a wealth of knowledge and experience who are able to offer you an insight into the inner workings of your chosen career.

Thank you for choosing ITS and enjoy your learning!