Colleague development
Your development
We are passionate about our colleagues’ personal and professional development and want to see them thrive in their roles. Our Hafod academi of Learning (HAL) provides a range of courses, programmes and experiences to support all of our colleagues on every step of their learning journey. From induction and technical training to leadership development, the academi supports our colleagues to achieve their career goals.
Pre-registration Nursing programme
We have provided opportunities for our colleagues in care to undertake the Pre-Registration Nursing degree with the Open University (OU).
This is an opportunity for our colleagues to continue to work with us as well as enhancing their skills and knowledge on placement with the NHS and through part-time study with the OU. The programme is designed to develop effective evidence-based practice and usually takes about four years to complete. The course is a balance of practical and theoretical learning and can be fitted around other commitments.
We provide our colleagues with protected time for practice learning and upon completion they will gain the award of BSc (Honours) Nursing which makes them eligible to apply for registration as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). At the end of the programme successful participants will have the opportunity to undertake nursing roles within one of our nursing homes.
Nursing Care Assistant programme
Our seven-week Nursing Care Assistant programme with Care Business Associate Training progresses the careers of our colleagues in care by enhancing and developing clinical skills, knowledge and confidence.
Colleagues benefit from five virtual sessions, and a face to face practical day that is supported with pre-course learning and independent study. This programme helps us to ensure the provision of the highest quality and continuity of care while investing in our colleagues.
Coaching
We have a pool of ILM Level 5 qualified coaches that offer coaching to all of our colleagues. Coaching is a form of one to one, confidential support providing an opportunity to explore a range of work related topics which can be helpful for our colleagues looking to develop a skill, behaviour or work towards a goal.
Our coaching offer supports our colleagues with self-awareness, empowerment and improved performance, enabling them to deliver a great service to our customers.
Mental health first aid
Our internal team of qualified mental health first aiders run a 2-day workshop for our colleagues learn how to recognise when a person needs help and the best way to approach them. This training is invaluable in giving everyone an understanding of what mental health is and where to signpost to get appropriate support.