In effective self-assessment, the effectiveness of leadership and management is evaluated by the extent to which...
| 5.1 | clear direction is given through strategic objectives, targets and values that are fully understood by staff, including subcontractors and work-placement providers. |
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Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the prisons context means...
| 5.1.1 | leaders and managers are well informed and knowledgeable about Skills for Life and the new teaching and learning infrastructure. |
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| 5.1.2 | managers are aware of key performance targets which are set by the Prison Service for the achievement of learning outcomes. |
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| 5.1.3 | the institution promotes staff awareness of the needs of learners with low levels of skills through continuing professional development. |
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| 5.1.4 | managers set clear strategic goals for the development of provision through annual action-planning, and ensure that all staff at all levels understand these goals through regular staff and curriculum meetings. |
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| 5.1.5 | the strategic plan for the prison takes account of learners' needs. |
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| 5.1.6 | literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision is effectively and coherently led and co-ordinated by a specific member of staff with overall responsibility for basic skills. |
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| 5.1.7 | a senior manager has overall responsibility and accountability for the provision. |
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| 5.1.8 | an audit of the provision is regularly carried out, and is used to inform the development plan. |
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