Guided Learning Hours

14 hours which are delivered as 2 days (virtual or face-to-face) plus pre- and post-work.

Assessment

A Question and Answer paper completed at the end of Day 2.

Learning outcomes

The delegate will be able to:

• Explain the practices of performance management and the role of the supervisor in performance management
• Describe the value of formal and informal assessment of performance on site
• Describe at least two ways to ensure fair and objective formal assessment
• Explain active listening and feedback and the importance of this in improving performance
• Explain how to give effective feedback on performance
• Explain why it is important to correctly identify the root cause of poor performance if it is to be managed appropriately
• Explain the difference between disciplinary procedures and procedures for dealing with poor performance
• Identify the organisation’s employment policies and procedures that support the supervisor in dealing with disciplinary issues
• Describe at which point in the organisational procedures the supervisor should seek assistance from their line manager or human resources when dealing with the management of poor performance
• Explain how a supervisor should prepare for a meeting regarding probable poor performance
• Describe the principal features of conflict and how conflict can affect individual and team performance on site
• Explain one recognised technique a supervisor can use to resolve conflict
• Explain how a supervisor can promote a positive atmosphere in order to minimise the adverse effects of conflict
• Explain what is meant by work-related stress
• Explain how work-related stress develops
• Explain the responsibilities of the supervisor in ensuring the risks from work related stress are effectively managed and controlled
• Explain at least two benefits of an inclusive working environment to the organisation
• Describe the role and responsibilities of a supervisor in promoting equality and diversity
• Provide an example of inappropriate behaviour in relation to equality and diversity and explain how it should be addressed by a superviso