This unit has 9 learning outcomes.

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1 This unit has 9 learning outcomes. 1. Recognise the employer and employee statutory rights and responsibilities under Employment Law and other regulations 2. Demonstrate knowledge of the policies and procedures which recognise and protect the relationship between the employee and employer 1.1. List aspects of employment covered by law 1.2. State the main features of the different areas of legislation listed above 1.3. List the main sector specific legislation and regulation that applies to their role and their organisation 1.4. Explain the reasons why legislation exists to recognise and protect 2.1. Describe the main terms and conditions of their employment State who they should contact if they have a grievance and the procedure they would follow Describe the information shown on their pay statement 2.4. State the steps necessary for reporting discrimination or bullying at work 2.5. State any exemptions from the Sex, Race Relations or Disability Discrimination Acts that apply to their sector 2.6. Describe the process for reporting in ill Describe what they need to do if they require time off for: 1

2 a) medical reasons b) holiday c) family reasons d) public or trade union duties 2.8. List the types of information held in their employment records and state why these are needed 2.9. State what needs to be done should any of the above details change State the specific Health and Safety Regulations and Codes of Practice that apply to their workplace and role Describe the steps that they can take to ensure the safety of themselves and others while at work State how their work practices comply with the relevant Health and Safety requirements 3. Recognise the sources of information, advice and guidance available to employees based on employment rights and responsibilities 3.1. Identify and describe the range of information an employer may make available regarding employment and working practice 3.2. State where this information can be obtained 3.3. Identify and discuss the different sources 2

3 of information available outside the workplace 3.4. State how this information can be used by the employee 4. Demonstrate their understanding of the role played by the employee within the organisation and sector 5. Demonstrate that they are informed of the career pathways that are open to an 4.1. Describe the sector and supply chains within it 4.2. Describe how the organisation fits into the sector 4.3. Describe the characteristics of their organisation and relate how typical it is 4.4. Describe the changes that have taken place over the last few years within the sector 4.5. Describe their main responsibilities at work 4.6. Explain how their role fits into the organisation s structure 4.7. Outline the systems that are used by the organisation to ensure co-operation and to manage conflicts 4.8. Demonstrate how to relate to colleagues and others within the workplace 5.1. Describe how their development programme prepares them for the role 3

4 employee 5.2. Outline the main career pathways into which their role fits 5.3. Describe the training and development opportunities open to them 6. Demonstrate knowledge of the 6.1. List the main representative bodies to the representative bodies relevant to the sector and organisation sector and the roles that they play 6.2. Name the trade unions which are relevant and outline what they do 6.3. Name the professional bodies which are relevant and outline what they do 6.4. Name the main trade and employer organisations which are relevant and outline what they do 6.5. Name the regulatory bodies responsible for protecting public interests and outline what they do 6.6. Name the National Training Organisation (Sector Skills Council) responsible for their sector and outline what they do 6.7. Explain why the views of different interest groups may vary 6.8. Describe how their organisation interacts with these organisations and why this is relevant to the organisation s operation 7. Demonstrate that they know where and 7.1. State the sources of information, advice 4

5 how to obtain sector specific information, advice and guidance on the sector, occupation, training and career 8. Demonstrate a knowledge of their organisation s principles and Codes of Practice and guidance available that is specific to the industry/ organisation/ occupation/ training and career within their organisation from other sources 7.2. Describe how these may be accessed 8.1. Describe the principles by which their organisation operates 8.2. State how these are made known to: a) employees b) customers c) suppliers d) the community 8.3. Describe the Codes of Practice that apply and state whether they are industry wide, professional or organisational 8.4. Explain the consequences of breaching those codes for the individual and organisation 8.5. State how the way they work matches good practice 8.6. State the steps they should take if they experience difficulty in meeting required standards of practice 9. Recognise and form a view on issues of 9.1. Outline the different viewpoints of public 5

6 public concern that affect their sector concern that are currently relevant to their sector 9.2. Outline the main effects of any recent changes on their own organisation 9.3. Describe how his/her organisation/sector has influenced public opinion 9.4. Explain how any relevant issue of public concern has affected how they think about their own work role

7 ASSESSMENT INFORMATION Guidance: This grid gives details of the assessment activities to be used with the unit attached. Please refer to the Assessment Definitions document for definitions of each activity and the expectations for assessment practice and evidence for verification. The assessment activities for this unit are indicated in the table below: Key: P = Prescribed this assessment method must be used to assess the unit. O = Optional this assessment method could be used to assess the unit. Case study Written question & answer/test/exam Project Role play/simulation Essay P Practical demonstration Report Group discussion O Oral question and answer Performance/exhibition Written description P Production of artefact Reflective log/diary P Practice file 7

8 Owner: Unit Grading Structure NOCN PASS Sector Subject Areas (SSA) Mapped to the Adult Literacy Core Curriculum, 2001 LO1 (Rt/L2; Wt/L2) LO2 (Wt/L2; SLc/L2) LO3 (Wt/L2; SLc/L2; Rt/L2) LO4 (Rt/L2; Wt/L2; SLc/L2) LO5 (Wt/L2) LO6 (Rt/L2; Rw/L2; Wt/L2) LO7 (SLc/L2) LO8 (Rw/L2; Wt/L2) LO9 (SLd/L2) 14.2 Preparation for Work Unit Review Date (dd/mm/yyyy) 28/02/2015 Availability for Use Restricted organisations Assessment Guidance Equivalences Shared open to all AOs to award credit N/A N/A N/A 8