GMTS Newsletter – Jan/Feb 2013 Essential Reading The following documents should be read when planning your flexi- placement. Flexi – Placement Guidelines 2012 Intake In response to requests for guidance on flexi-placements we can provide the following schedule to support the key stages of securing your flexi-placement. We are also delighted to share the “Top Tips” Guide for securing a flexi-placement which has been kindly written by 2011 trainees – available on the right. Please note: The following timeline applies to 2012 GMTS trainees on the HR, Informatics & General Management pathways ONLY. A separate timeline is available for 2011 Finance Trainees – available on the right. What would you like to say to us? Share your flexi – placement experiences at #talkgradsEM MonthAction Jan/ FebBegin to plan your proposal and contact suitable organisations. MarchBy the end of March you should have the first draft of your proposal ready for review with your Programme Manager. (Flexi placement proposal template available on the right). AprilBy the end of April you need to have uploaded your draft proposal onto GENI– this will be reviewed with your Programme Manager who will ensure it meets the criteria. You should also have secured support from your chosen organisation and you need to upload your completed “flexi- placement Statement of support” along with your draft proposal. MayUpload your final proposal onto GENI. JunePresent your proposal your Programme Manager and LDP Lead (Rachel Wingfield). Your LDP lead will confirm their decision on GENI. July – August Finalise arrangements with your flexi-placement organisation ready to commence your placement at the start of September, this should include any specific arrangements required for you in the workplace. SeptemberStart your flexi- placement at the start of September this will be for strictly 8 weeks. OctoberComplete your flexi placement after 8 weeks. Prepare your presentation on your experiences NovemberPresent to key stakeholders and the next intake of trainees about your placement experiences

GMTS Newsletter – Jan/Feb 2013 Career Opportunities Post Scheme For those of you who are coming towards the end of the scheme you need to be actively beginning to look for your next job within the NHS. To support you in this we will circulate your CV to senior leaders across the East Midlands and redeployment leads across your preferred regions. For action To access this support – please forward us your latest CV at the earliest opportunity As additional support the NHS Midlands and East Team have offered to add your details to the redeployment register. To do this complete the form below and return this to: Guidance on finding a Mentor As a requirement of the national Graduate Management Training Scheme, all Graduates need to select a mentor to provide one to one personal support and advice. It is important to get this right and select a mentor that can support you at this crucial stage in your development. Selecting a mentor that has influence, is experienced in the required areas of development need and well regarded across all organisations will provide valuable advice and guidance for your current roles and future career. What is mentoring? Mentoring is primarily about developing capability and potential. It is a specific learning and development intervention which can be used widely but in a specific context such as development, induction, or sponsorship. Who should I approach? Your mentor should preferably be an executive Director or CEO from the organisation of your choice that has varied experience and influence and is someone who you do not directly report to. This will allow greater freedom to examine situations and experiences with a non judgemental or biased approach. Furthermore, it is important to select a mentor that you feel comfortable with so that a mutually balanced relationship can develop. If you choose a mentor that you do not have anything in common with or from an entirely different occupational background, the relationship may become strained with limited learning. What is a mentoring relationship? The mentor relationship should be different to the guidance and advice received from your Programme and Placement Managers. A mentor is someone that you can contact regarding general management and organisational issues. They should be able to advise you on everyday situations, supporting you to understand how to deal with scenarios you may be facing. You can also learn from their experience and access careers advice and direction. Full details on how to choose the right mentor and the mentoring relationship are covered in the “Guide to choosing the Right Mentor” What would you like to say to us? Share your flexi – placement experiences at #talkgradsEM