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. |
Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the voluntary and community sector context means...
| 5.1.1 | there is a clear vision and understanding of the Skills for Life agenda at all levels of the organisation or group. |
| 5.1.2 | there is a clear understanding of how the Skills for Life agenda can contribute to the organisation's or group's core business. |
| 5.1.3 | there is a visible link between the mission statement, or statement of core values and priorities and the Skills for Life agenda. |
| 5.1.4 | a member of the management team has responsibility for literacy, numeracy and language throughout the organisation or group. |
| 5.1.5 | senior managers of national organisations ensure consistent standards across all areas. |
| 5.1.6 | there are clear policies and procedures for all aspects of literacy, numeracy and language programmes. |
| 5.1.7 | regular reviews of progress against targets inform self-assessment and the drive to improve standards. |

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