Starting work Objectives To understand the importance of
Starting work
Objectives • • To understand the importance of preparing for a new job To discuss possible problems and how to overcome them To discuss how we behave can affect us at work To understand about equality and diversity in the workplace
Why do people work?
National Minimum Wage National Living Wage How much should you legally get paid an hour?
National Minimum Wage National Living Wage Age group April 2021 National Living Wage (23+) £ 8. 91 NMW (21 to 22) £ 8. 36 NMW (18 to 20) £ 6. 56 NMW (under 18) £ 4. 62 Apprentice NMW £ 4. 30
What’s in a payslip?
Understanding your payslip
Activity 1 Starting a new job Before starting work what might you need to do?
Activity 2 What makes a good employee? What makes a good employer?
Attendance What are the implications of poor attendance to: • Your colleagues • Your employer
Sickness and medical appointments Each employer will have its own policy on this. It is something you should find out in your induction or staff handbook.
Annual leave (holiday) All employees are legally entitled to paid holiday. This is known as annual leave. An employer can include bank holidays as part of annual leave. Bank or public holidays do not have to be paid leave. A person working full-time (35 hours , 5 days a week) is entitled to 28 days holiday a year (including bank holidays).
Behaviour in the workplace Think about your choice of words at work. Swearing or aggressive language may make people feel uncomfortable or threatened. Many people do not like to be touched (hug, stroke or kiss). Some colleagues may not appreciate over-familiarity at work. Avoid talking about money and other personal circumstances – especially in the first few weeks. Do not criticise your colleagues.
Behaviour at work Avoid making personal comments about your colleagues. This includes their appearance, health and circumstances. Not only might this offend the person you are talking about but also the person you are talking to. It is important to build friendships in work but keep in mind you are in work to work, not socialise. Keep personal conversation to breaks and lunchtime. Do not use your mobile phone. This should be kept in a locker or staff area. Relationships between staff may happen. Best avoided but never show intimacy in the workplace.
Professional boundaries are clearly established limits that allow for safe working conditions with customers, colleagues and employers. What do you think professional boundaries mean for you? What could the potential consequences be? How would you manage unprofessional boundaries against you?
Respect and trust With all of the time we spend at work, it’s important to develop positive relationships with all of our co-workers, managers and bosses. Good relationships are based on trust. Keep commitments. If you promise something, make sure you deliver on time. If something has changed and you cannot keep that commitment, be honest and communicate. Honest communication is the key to building a long-lasting relationship.
Equality and diversity Imagine a monkey, an elephant and a penguin all went for a job interview. To pass the interview they were all asked to climb to the top of a tree. Exactly the same task for all 3 animals but is this fair?
Equality, why should I care? You should care because: • It shows you value other people. • Everybody deserves respect. • Your employer will expect it from you. • You are legally required to.
Some benefits of equality • People are happier. • Colleagues who respect each other and get on well are more likely to work better as a team. • Performance will increase. Not only will there be more teamwork, people who are treated fairly will be happy at work and so perform better as individuals. • The business runs better and makes more money. This is good for people who are job seeking as more staff may be needed. • Everyone accepts that to achieve equality people may be treated differently. We understand each other better. • It will be an organisation you are proud to work for. • You can learn from each other.
The Equality Act This law protects everyone from discrimination, harassment and victimisation. There are 9 protected ‘characteristics’: • age • disability • marriage and civil partnership • religion or belief • sex • pregnancy and maternity • sexual orientation • race • gender reassignment
Health and safety at work • Employees have health and safety duties too. • Employee and employer should work together. • You must take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and others. • Do not misuse safety equipment, such as a fire extinguisher. • Follow instructions from your employer. • Attend any regular training. • Report any hazards or defects in the workplace.
Review objectives and action plan
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