1. Induction

2. Welcome to Stockport Continuing Education

3. Domestics Toilets Breaks Term dates Helpline contact number 0800 389 0804 Fire alarm/emergency evacuation

4. Fire procedure If you hear the fire alarm you must:- STOP what you are doing Leave the room via the designated route Assemble in the designated area You must not return to the building until told to do so to pack up up you belongings.

5. Mobile Phones. Please switch off your mobile or put in SILENT mode Please leave the classroom if you have to take a mobile phone call

6. Please respect the disabled parking bays.

7. Attendance Please telephone us to let us know if you are unable to attend your class at any time. In the event that we have to cancel a class we will telephone or email you – please ensure we have your correct details. Cancellations due to adverse weather conditions will be posted on the ‘Latest News’ bulletin board on the Continuing Education VLE site –Please ensure you check before leaving for your class. www.stockport.gov.uk/vle

8. Equality and Diversity Please respect others at all times. Everyone has a right to learn and develop and many rights are backed by law. We have an agreed policy about equality and diversity, please refer to the learner handbook for further information.

9. Additional Support We aim to support learners in a variety of ways. Examples Enlarging handouts Use of an interpreter Extra time in exams Hearing loop Help with maths and english Mobility aids Please speak to your tutor if you require additional help and support to complete your course. Your enquiries will be treated in confidence.

10. Safeguarding We are committed to providing a safe environment in which all learners can develop educationally, socially, emotionally and free from abuse. Please let your tutor know if you feel discriminated against or are subject to bullying or unsafe practices. Full contact details are provided in the learner handbook if you wish to report any incidents.learner handbook

11. For further information and contact details please refer to your learner handbook.

12. Health and Safety A First Aid Box is available on the premises. You will be required to complete an incident report for all accidents For emergencies call 999 or 112

13. Refer to the Kitchen Safety Rules issued by your tutor.

14. Essential Food &Kitchen Safety Please…….. Wear an apron at all times Wipe down work surfaces with an antibacterial cloth Wash hands before starting to prepare food Be aware of the risks of cross contamination of food whilst you work Leave jewellery at home Cover cuts and grazes with a blue plaster Remember your shirt is not an oven glove!!

15. Individual learning plans For you to recognise and record your progress and achievement from the start to the end of your course Identify your personal targets Identify / request additional support Comment on personal learning and achievement Plan your progression to further learning

16. Self Assessment To establish where you are at the moment To identify areas of weakness To help your tutor plan to meet your needs. To help you progress

17. Virtual learning platform Welcome to the Continuing Education virtual learning environment. You will be given an enrolment ‘key’ so that you can access your individual course page which will be available for the duration of the course. Certain general information pages can be viewed as a guest but you will be required to log in to view your own course pages. The web address is – www.stockport.gov.uk/vle

18. Lets Get Seasonal Cooking

19. Lets Get Perfecting our Pastry making