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Student Governor 12/13
Matt Nolan Hi, I’m Matt Nolan and as Student Governor, I
take part in the College’s Corporation meetings
to represent your views at the College’s highest
decision-making level. From my experience,
I know that the College’s governors and
leadership team genuinely care about students’
views and opinions and are open to any ideas
we may have on how the College can improve
even further.
Personally speaking, I’m extremely proud of everything the College has achieved
and while I’ve been studying photography here, I’ve had a fantastic experience of
student life. I’ve no doubt that you will too!
A wArm welcomeI’d like to wish you a very warm welcome to City College Brighton and Hove. Having been graded ‘Outstanding’ in key areas by Ofsted and with our success rates making us one of the top Colleges in the country, this is an exciting time for the College and I can promise you an excellent learning experience.
We’ve got fantastic staff who are committed to helping you achieve and we’ll make sure that you get whatever support you need to reach your goals. I hope you’ll enjoy settling into life at the College and I’m sure it won’t be long before you feel very much part of our friendly and vibrant community.
Lynn ThackwayPrincipal and Chief Executive
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contents
Induction Overview 3
Student Support 4
Support Services for Students 4
Support Services - FAQs 7
Professional Skills Tutorial Programme 9
Careers 10
Student Voice Programme 11
Get Involved Enrichment Programme 14
Feeling Safe 15
Expectations of Student Behaviour: Respect, Responsibilities and Rights 15
Attendance & Lateness 16
Equality and Diversity & Anti Bullying 17
Behaviour Management Process 19
Health & Safety 21
E-Safety 22
IT Acceptable Use Agreement 23
Induction Quiz 25
Personal Notes 26
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Your citY college inductionWelcome to City College Brighton and Hove. We are pleased that you have chosen to come to our college and we want to make sure you have a great start to your studies.
Your Induction will take place throughout your first two or three weeks at City College.
Induction is a really important opportunity for you to meet your tutors, other students in your group as well as getting to know your way around the College. Your induction will cover:
Course Welcome SessionsThese sessions will give you essential information about:
Your course structure and assessmentsMaths and EnglishHealth and Safety Our Professional Skills Tutorial Programme
How do you Learn?This session will help you and your tutor explore and understand which learning styles suits you best so that you can make the most of your studies.
This session will also include an introduction to the College Learning Resource Centre and to Moodle. You will find out what books and software are available to you to support you studies and how to find them. Moodle is the College’s Virtual Learning Environment. You will use this as part of your course and this session will give you a basic introduction on how to use it and what information is available on it.
Feeling SafeThese sessions will make sure that you understand the following:
Expectations of student behaviourThe College’s attendance policy The College’s behaviour management proceduresStudent SupportEquality & Diversity, anti bullying & cyber bullying policy E-Safety
The College does not tolerate any form of bullying or discrimination and will take all reports very seriously. These sessions will give you information on how to tell us about any concerns you have about behaviour.
Student VoiceThis session will give you information about how you can get involved with the College’s Student Council and influence how the College is run. We really value student feedback and want to involve students in our key decisions.
New Student DayThis social fun event for all students is being organised for Wednesday 12th September 2012 at Pelham Campus and Tuesday 18th September 2012 at City College East to welcome you to City College and have the opportunity to meet other students.
Meet the PrincipalLynn, our new College Principal would like to personally welcome you to the College and introduce you to other key College managers.
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support services for studentsAt City College we have a wide range of support services here to help you stay on your course and succeed.
What: The Student Centre is a central information point for all students.
Why:
You can contact the Student Centre for any of the following:
general student information and enquiries
information about City College courses and others in the city
advice and careers support
UCAS & HE funding support
information and advice about jobs and Apprenticeships
information and advice about financial support
how to access other College support services
how to access support services outside College
information about the Student Voice Programme
information about enrichment activities
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When and Where:
Central Campus Pelham Tower: Ground Floor Monday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9am to 7pmTuesday: 10am to 7pmFriday: 9am to 4pm
City College East: Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
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Specialist Support Services: Contact the Student Centre or the Intensive support teams for information, advice or and queries about:
Financial Support
the different types of financial support that may be available and if you are eligibleany support you have applied for and receive
Visit the Student Centres at both Central Campus and City College East, call 01273 667709 or email [email protected]
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Careers
Advice to help you progress at City College Course and career options beyond your City College course How to make the right choicesHelp with your CVFinding a jobFinding an ApprenticeshipUCAS applicationsStudent Finance England applications
We are based in the Student Centres at Pelham and City College East.
Drop in and see the Careers and Progression Team anytime in the Student Centre.
PelhamUCAS Drop-ins The LRC, 2nd Floor Pelham Tower has a UCAS and HE progression advice drop-in every Monday from 10am to 4pm.
Job ClubCome along to our Job Club every Tuesday and Thursday from 11pm - 1pm.
City College East UCAS Drop-ins The LRC has a UCAS and HE progression advice drop-in every Tuesday from 11am to 2pm. Come along to our Job Club at City College East every Thursday from 11pm - 1pm.
Contact:Call 01273 667780 to speak to a member of the Careers Team or email [email protected]
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Disability Support
If you have a disability including learning difficulties and want to discuss the support that might help you succeed at college, the Disability Team can tell you about:
support or reasonable adjustments which could be put in place by your tutorsspecialist or higher levels of support which may include 1:1 Teaching Support Assistants, Communication Support Workers, support, specialist tutors, equipment and other specialist services
Call: 01273 667746 or dial ext. 746 from an internal phoneEmail: [email protected] or speak to your tutor
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Intensive Personal Advisers
The Personal Advisor team are here to help you if there are things happening in your life which make it difficult for you to make the most of your College course. They can work with you on a wide range of issues including bullying, substance use, sexual health, housing, benefits, relationships, pregnancy and child-care, problems at home or at college.
To book an appointment: At Pelham visit: The Intensive Support Office, Room PT 2.22, Second Floor, Pelham TowerAt City College East visit: The Student Centre
Counselling Service
Stressful and difficult situations can happen to all of us at times and it can leave us feeling low, sad, confused, depressed, angry, upset or lacking in motivation. It can sometimes help to talk to someone else. Talking to a counsellor can help relieve distress and help you see things more clearly. You can talk about anything; you will not be judged or told what to do but helped to find a way to cope that makes sense to you. It is available to all students and is staff by professional and fully qualified counsellors.
To book an appointment: At Pelham visit: The Intensive Support Office, Room PT 2.22, Second Floor, Pelham TowerAt City College East visit: The Student Centre
LearningSupport
Learning Support works with learners who are:
Having difficulty with language, literacy or numeracy during your classesAre struggling to complete or keep up with coursework due to a language, literacy or numeracy need
Teaching is delivered in a variety of ways including 1:1, small group and drop-in. A large number of our courses also have a Teaching Support Assistant working with a group within the classroom.
At Pelham visit: The Learning Support Office PT2.13, Second Floor, Pelham Tower or call 01273 667788 ext. 325At City College East visit: Room W.445 and speak to one of the team or call 01273 667788 ext. 2552
Email: [email protected]
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support services At citY collegemost frequentlY Asked questions: How do i....??Get a replacement Student ID cardVisit the Student Centres at Pelham or City College East. You will be charged £2.00 for a replacement card.
Reset my computer password if I have forgotten itThe staff in the LRC at Pelham or City College East can do this for you.
Top up my print/photocopy creditThere are coin operated value loaders in the Pelham LRC, Room TRLG4 in the Trafalgar building or in the LRC at City College East. You can also top up at the issue desks in the LRC at Pelham or City College East.
Access my college files from homeVisit http://portal.ccb.ac.uk. Click “My Home Drive” in the main menu on the left had side of the screen.
Read my College email from homeVisit http://portal.ccb.ac.uk. Click “Student e-mail” in the main menu on the left had side of the screen.
Get a letter confirming I am a student for Council Tax or benefit purposesContact the Student Centre at Pelham or City College East.
Change my address with the CollegeEmail [email protected] with your new details or visit the Student Centre and fill out a Change of Details form.
Pay a library fineTry to pay any library fines as soon as possible. You can do this at the issue desk in the Pelham or City College East LRC. Find out about financial supportVisit the Student Centres at Pelham or City College East. There is also lots of valuable information on www.direct.gov.uk.
Book a careers appointmentPlease visit the Student Centre at Pelham or City College East.
Get help with my UCAS application, CV or job applicationsThe Careers team run a drop in throughout the week in the LRC. The City College East drop in will take place on a Monday and the Pelham drop in runs from Tuesday - Friday. Times: 12.30 - 2pm.
Book an appointment with a counsellorContact the Intensive Support team in Room PT 2.22, Second Floor, Pelham Tower or the Student Centre at City College East.
Find out about enrichment and sport activitiesPlease visit the Student Centre at Pelham or City College East. You can also email us your ideas or questions at [email protected]
Check my attendanceMost courses have online registers so you can check your attendance via Moodle. Your tutor can show you how to do this.
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Report an absenceIf you are going to be absent from College you should try to tell your tutor in advance. If you cannot do this then you must phone the College by the agreed time on the first day of your absence. Your tutor can tell you which number to call and you should store this in your mobile phone.
Tell the College what I thinkIf you have any comments, ideas or suggestions of how we can do things better then please either speak to your course representative or visit the Student Centre at Pelham or City College East. We can make sure your feedback is recorded and passed on to the correct person.
Report an incident of bullyingSpeak to your tutorSpeak to a member of Student Services by visiting the Student CentreEmail [email protected] STOPIT to 07624 802762
Get help with English and MathsSpeak to your tutor if you are having difficulties with your English, Maths or coursework. They will be able to advise you or refer you to our Learning Support staff.
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professionAl skills tutoriAl progrAmme
Professional Skills Outcomes:
Evaluate and develop your skills for employment:
1. Develop independent learning skills2. Develop application of English, Maths and ICT skills3. Develop communication and presentation skills4. Develop skills of self-management and personal development5. Know your strengths, skills and qualities and how they apply to work6. Develop an awareness of business and customer needs7. Be able to find solutions to problems and use initiative
Understand the modern world of work:
1. Know about the structure and career opportunities in the industry related to your course2. Know about entry requirements and progression opportunities3. Know about your rights and responsibilities at work4. Know about self-employment, enterprise and business ownership5. Learn from employers about work in the industry related to your course6. Understand the importance of equality and diversity at work and in society
Experience work:1. Gain experience of work2. Visit places of employment or talk to and meet employers
Make decisions about your next steps and career plans:
1. Evaluate Labour Market Information (LMI) and careers information, advice and guidance (IAG)2. Identify your own career values, your aspirations and the influences on your decision-making3. Relate your on-course learning to your career plans4. Produce a career plan of action and make an informed decision about your intended destination after completing your course.
Progress to employment, education or training (EET):
1. Have access to a full range and diversity of EET opportunities2. Apply for progression opportunities by application deadlines3. Prepare for job interviews4. Write a CV or application for employment5. Have a portfolio of evidence of your Professional Skills and readiness for EET opportunities.6. Obtain work, education or training on completion of your course7. Know how to select and apply for progression to HE
Preparation for HE1. Research and chose an HE option2. Complete a UCAS application and personal statement3. Understand how to finance an HE choice
Aim: To ensure each of our students:are well prepared to move onto the next stage of their education or into work have at the end of the year a meaningful destination that matches their skills and aspirations
By the time you leave City College you will be able to:1. Evaluate and develop your skills for employment2. Understand the modern world of work3. Experience work4. Make decisions about your next steps and career plans5. Progress to employment, education or training (EET)
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Do you need Careers Advice? Need to get a job or Apprenticeship? Want to go to Uni? Visit the Student Centre at either college site (Pelham and City College East) to speak to the Careers Team. They can provide:
Advice to help you progress in college and explore opportunities for your future careerUCAS and HE application adviceHelp finding part-time work, full-time work and Apprenticeships
Careers information (online, on Moodle and in the LRCs)‘Careersetc.’ webpage: http://www.careersetc.co.uk - includes information about where to access careers advice and information about the Brighton & Hove labour market and career prospects nationallyBrighton & Hove Jobs.com. Visit www.brightonandhovejobs.comCity Jobs Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/CityJobsBrighton - to keep in touch with the latest opportunitiesMoodle - https://moodle.ccb.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=2169&topic=all - Careers and Professional Skills Moodle page, for UCAS and HE progression advice and more careers resourcesBooks, prospectuses and DVDs (in the LRCs at Pelham and CCE)Next Step website - https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk - for careers information, CV writing, action planning, careers advice for adults
College progression events and activities:Higher Education Fair in OctoberEmployment and Training Fair in MarchOpportunities to visit employers and education providersProgression talks and guest speakers in tutorial
Professional Skills tutorial programme, delivered by your tutor:
“To give our learners the knowledge, skills and attributes needed to enter and thrive in the modern world”
Develop your skills for employment including learning English, Maths and ICTUnderstand the modern world of workExperience workMake decisions about your next steps and career plansProgress to employment, education or training
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student voiceTell us what you think so that together we can make a difference. We want you to be involved in discussing and deciding on things that affect you during your time at City College. We want you to influence what we do and how we develop new ideas.
Student Voice is about:listening to your concerns, interests and needs involving you in issues that are relevant and important to you making changes as a result of what you say
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Changes that happened in 2011/12
Improvements to the College recycling Design of a new outdoor student areaImproved recreational facilities in the refectory Student suggestion boxes installed
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Student Surveys
Online survey to take place in April 2013
Student Council(Course
Representatives)
Course Feedback Sessions (Course Representatives)
Course Representatives
meet with College Directors 3 times a year to discuss course related
matters
The main ‘voice’ of the College
The Student Council meets 3 times a year to discuss
college-wide matters
Student Voice 2012/13
Student Council Committee:
Action Plan for change
Student Governors (FE)
Election in June 2013
2012/13 Student Governor
(FE) is Matt Nolan
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citY college student voiceStudent Voice at City College consists of 4 key elements:
1. Course Representatives who attend the Student Council and Course Feedback sessions 2. The Student Committee 3. The Student Governor 4. Student Surveys
Course RepresentativesAs a Course Representative you will have the opportunity to express not just your own views about college life and your course, but to act as the spokesperson for all the students in your course area. You will also gain lots of experience that is relevant to working life - for example, listening and public speaking. In addition you will learn about the College and about how Further Education is run. You will be able to use all this to enhance your CV when you start looking for a job. If you are interested in becoming a Course Representative speak to your tutor. Your course area will elect their representative during a tutorial session at the beginning of term.
The Student CouncilEach course area will elect one or two (or maybe more for large areas) Course Representatives. These ‘Reps’ are collectively known as the Student Council. The Student Council is the ‘voice’ of the College. The Council meets three times a year and brings together the main issues that are important to students such as college IT equipment, resources, behaviour of students and social activities.
Student Council CommitteeAs a Course Representatives you can also become part of the Student Council Committee. The role of this committee is to lead the Student Council with an action plan of key issues and also take an active role in organising cross-college events and activities. The Committee will meet with the College Principal on a monthly basis.
Course Feedback SessionsCourse Representatives will attend Course Feedback sessions three times a year with the Director of your curriculum area. These sessions will give you the chance to feedback on your college experience and the things you would like to change or develop.
Student GovernorOur Student Governor provides the ‘student voice’ at the College Corporation. Their role is to ensure there is a student representative present at the College’s highest decision making level. Corporation meetings cover a wide variety of topics ranging from the College’s buildings and finances to key matters influencing learning and teaching.
Matt Nolan is our 2012/13 Student Governor. There will be lots of opportunities for you to meet Matt at the start of term.
Student SurveysThe Student Survey is due to happen in April 2013. All students will be asked to complete this online and it will give us valuable information on how you feel about key issues; your experiences of starting at college, the teaching and learning and what it is like to be a student at City College.
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student voice cAlendAr 2012/13Term 1
5th October Election deadline for Course Representatives
15th October Student Council 1 at City College East
18th October Student Council 1 at Pelham
23rd October Student Council Induction Session
w/c 5th November You Said We Did 1 is published
6th November Student Committee meeting with the Principal
4th December Student Committee meeting with the Principal
Term 2
8th January Student Committee meeting with the Principal
5th February Student Committee meeting with the Principal
13th February Student Council 2 at Pelham
14th February Student Council 2 at City College East
w/c 4th March You Said We Did 2 is published
5th March Student Committee meeting with the Principal
Term 3
April Student Survey
16th April Student Committee meeting with the Principal
1st May Student Council 3 at Pelham
2nd May Student Council 3 at City College East
7th May Student Committee meeting with the Principal
w/c 4th June You Said We Did 3 is published
4th June Student Committee meeting with the Principal
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enricHment: get involvedGet Involved is a college wide programme of activities which will give you the opportunity to add something extra to your time at college. A range of different sporting activities and cross-college events are set up during the year so you have the opportunity to try new things. These activities are a great way to meet other students who are not on your course. Taking part will give you the opportunity to meet new people, try new things and learn new skills.
Where can I find out more about how to Get Involved? Visit the Student Centres at Pelham or at City College EastCheck Facebook and Twitter Look at the Get Involved section of Moodle Speak to your tutor Look out for newsletters, posters and the TV screens
Who do I speak to if I have an idea for a Get Involved activity?Speak to any member of Student Welfare Team, your tutor or your Course Representative. We are always open to ideas and can put on additional activities if there is student demand. You can also email [email protected]
Activities: Main Cross College Events:
September New Students Day
October Careers & HE Fair
November Anti Bullying & Feeling Safe Week
January Diversity Week
March Money & Enterprise Week
March Recruitment Fair
April Sport & Health Week
May Moving On Fair
Sport 2012/13This year we will be offering students another full calendar of sporting events. Not only will we be entering all the college football leagues with high hopes after the success of the teams winning their leagues and the league cup, there will also be the chance for all students to get involved with a whole range of activities.
Here are just some of the activities that we hope to offer: Water sportsNetballRecreational FootballBoxerciseRock ClimbingBasketballTag Rugby Rounders
For all the up-to-date information on sport at City College add ‘sport city-college’ on Facebook or ask your tutors.
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feeling sAfe: expectAtions of student BeHAviour: respect, responsiBilities & rigHtsThese expectations are for all students and apply not just in classrooms but in all areas of the college, for example the LRC, refectory or corridors. This is so that everyone has the opportunity to learn, to do the best they can and to feel safe and supported. Any member of college staff can challenge your behaviour and ask you to identify yourself by showing your college ID card which you must wear when in college.
Respect for Learning - this means that you:
Wear your ID badge at all times when in collegeAttend all your classesArrive before the lesson starts ready to start on timeArrive prepared to learn and with the right equipmentMeet deadlines set for your course workTake an active role in the class without disrupting lessonsCo-operate and communicate with your teachers and other studentsFollow the class rules agreed with your teacherHave your mobile phone off or on silent and only bring water into classOnly take on outside work or commitments if they do not clash with or have a negative affect on your studies
Respect each other - this means that you:
Are polite and do not use language that can offend othersWill never be violent, aggressive or intimidate othersWill not bully or discriminate against othersListen to your teacher and other students and allow others to take partLook after the College environment and equipment.You do not have to accept behaviour (in or outside the classroom) that makes you feel uncomfortable or stops you learning
Responsibilities: this means that you:
Always wear your college ID card and show it when asked by a member of college staffDo the best you possibly can, in your class and in your college workSet yourself high targets and tough challenges - believe in yourselfMeet our standards, expectations and follow the agreed rulesSign up to and follow our IT Acceptable Use agreementTake responsibility for what you do and what you sayFind out about the facilities and services and opportunities the college has to offerTake up opportunities that are offeredAsk for help if you need it, take help when it is offeredBe proud of yourself and encourage and support othersLearn from mistakes and use them to improve
Rights - this means that you can expect:
Your classes will be well prepared, start on time and all students will have the opportunity to learnYou will receive useful and regular feedback about your progress and be set challenging targets to improveYou will be treated politely, with respect and in a way that recognises and values your differences and achievementsAny poor behaviour, in or out of the classroom, that affects your learning will be challenged and dealt withYou will receive positive encouragement and support to achieve your bestYou will be listened to and that the College will act on what you tell usYou will have a wide range of opportunities to try new experiences and learn new skills
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AttendAnce And lAtenessTwo of the most important ways of ensuring success in your college course and in future employment is to be there (attendance) and to be on time (punctuality).
We expect you to:
Be ‘present’ for 100% of your scheduled classes Call an agreed number in person to explain why you are not able to come to college Be in class ready for the start of your lesson; if you arrive after the start of the class you will be late Know your own attendance levels and regularly review them on Moodle Not take on work commitments that clash with time at college Complete outstanding work from missed classes as homework
Your teachers will:
Make sure you know about our expectations and explain what will happen if you do not meet these expectations Follow up within 24 hours any time you are absent from any class Ask you to complete a Learner Return Form when you come back to college (Sickness is not an authorised absence) Ask you to explain why you are late if you arrive after the start of the class Review your attendance record and discuss it with you on a regular basis
What happens next?
Formal Warning: if you are late for class without a good reason or if you do not attend and do not let us know
Formal Review Meeting: if your attendance is below 85% ‘present’ or you are absent or late twice in a week or 5 or more times in a 4 week period; or there are patterns of absence or concerns about levels of sickness
Formal Hearing: if your ‘present’ rate continues below 85% or there is persistent lateness or failure to improve since warnings or absence reviews
We will always take into account and be responsive to students with disabilities, learning difficulties or other support needs that may affect your attendance or your ability to arrive on time. In these circumstances, we ask that you discuss this with your lecturers or with Intensive Support at an early stage so we can work with you to ensure that reasonable adjustments and support are in place.
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feeling sAfe: equAlitY & diversitY And Anti-BullYingWe want the College to be a place where you can study and feel safe, respected and listened to regardless of your background, how you look or any other aspect of your life. We want you to feel confident that you can speak out and know you will be heard.
What this means is that in your time at college you will know: what is acceptable behaviour both in class and in the College that all staff and students have the right and responsibility to challenge behaviour that makes anyone feel ‘unsafe’ what to do, where to go if you feel unsafe and that you understand what will happen what Equality and Diversity means and why it is important especially relating to racism, sexism, homophobia, bullying and discrimination that poor behaviour will be dealt with through our behaviour management process, from the start of the year
Any form of bullying, harassment or discrimination is absolutely unacceptable: STOPIT
No toleranceTake it seriouslyTake actionStop it!
Equality and DiversityA key part of Feeling Safe is that all of us in the college know and understand why Equality and Diversity is so important. It means that we believe that the college, our courses and wider environment should be open, accessible and welcoming to people from different backgrounds.
If we are aware of any bullying or harassment it will be challenged and action will be taken. If it happens to you we will support you in dealing with those responsible.
If you feel you are being unfairly treated or abused, not because of something you have done but because of who you are, then use STOP IT to protect yourself. Report any incidents to your tutor, the Student Centre or a member of the Welfare team.
You can also use the STOPIT text number: 07624 802762 starting with CCBHSTOPIT or use the STOPIT button on Moodle
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Anti-Bullying and Harassment: STOPITWe expect high standards of behaviour from all our students and for all members of the college community to treat each other with respect and courtesy and to show consideration for the needs and feelings of others.
We will not tolerate bullying, discrimination towards individuals or groups of people or any other behaviour that makes you feel uncomfortable about being in college or prevents you from studying to your best level. We take especially seriously any bullying or harassment that is due to racism, sexism, homophobia or intolerance towards people with disabilities.
We will take seriously any incidents you tell us about, we will listen and take action. This includes bullying that takes place online, through texts, social media or any other forms of online communications (see E-Safety page).
Are you being bullied or harassed in any way about your
• Religion? • Race? • Gender? • Sexuality? • Disability? • Age? • Appearance?
You are entitled to be in college to study and learn free from harassment, threat or intimidation. If you think you are being bullied or harassed in any way, then take action by:
Talking to your tutor or any other teaching staff Come to the Student Centre at Pelham or CCE and talk to one of the Welfare Support team text 07624 802762 starting with CCBHSTOPIT or use the STOPIT button on Moodle
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BeHAviour mAnAgement processThe Expectations of Student Behaviour set out the standards we expect of you. If you behave in a way that has a negative impact on your or other’s time at college then we have a process for managing your behaviour. This will show that we know your actions are causing concern. It is also for you to understand the possible consequences and give you the chance to correct or change the way you are acting.
There are three stages to the process. The information below details each stage with examples of misconduct as a guide but this will depend on individual circumstances.
If you have a learning difficulty or disability that directly affects your behaviour, then this will be taken into account.
Stage 1: FORMAL WARNING given to you by any teacher or college manager
Minor misbehaviour > behaviour that is disruptive to teaching and which affects learning of the student or others > lateness or absence > not following reasonable instructions > using mobile phones or iPods in class > chatting and not listening > low level swearing > not wearing uniforms > poor attendance or lateness
Outcome: • Up to 3 formal warnings then you move to Stage 2
Stage 2: FORMAL REVIEW a meeting with your tutor or team leader to discuss your behaviour
Serious Misconduct > continued poor attendance/lateness or misbehaviour > on-going disruptive behaviour following warnings and no change in behaviour > use of language or behaviour that offends others > breach of the IT acceptable use agreement including inappropriate messages or images or misuse of social network sites > minor damage to equipment/buildings/others’ property > being on premises under influence of alcohol or drugs > inappropriate behaviour on a college trip or event or during a work placement > breach of College health and safety regulations > refusal to follow reasonable instructions by a member of staff
Outcome: • An action plan which you sign to agree how you will change your behaviour• If no change then you move to Stage 3
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Stage 3: FORMAL HEARING / INVESTIGATION with the Head of the curriculum area
Major Misconduct > highly offensive language or behaviour (including bullying) especially if of a racist, homophobic or sexist nature or if due to disability > serious breach of the college IT acceptable use policy including cyber-bullying, offensive messages or images or breach of computer network security > violence or serious threats of violence to staff or students or members of the public related to the College’s business > taking or selling restricted drugs > theft from a student or member of staff or of college property > causing a serious risk to staff, student or their own health and safety > carrying or using an offensive weapon or threatening to do so > actions which seriously affect the reputation of the College and bring it into disrepute
Outcome: • An action plan for change• Recommendation for exclusion from the College
At each stage you will be asked how you are going to change your behaviour with an action plan which you agree to. If your behaviour does not improve then you may move through the stages and finally be asked to leave the College.
This process will be applied fairly, consistently and start from the beginning of the year and this will be agreed in writing by you and the College.
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HeAltH And sAfetYCity College places great importance on the health, safety and welfare of our students and visitors which is a core value and vital to our continuing success.
Please make sure you have
received a copy of the City College Health, Safety and Welfare for Learners booklet and completed the checklist on page 10completed our new online Heath & Safety Induction module
You will have a health and safety induction when starting your learning or training so that you are familiar with important health and safety information such as what to do in when the Fire Alarm sounds or an accident happens and what risks are present in your area.
If you have any health, safety and welfare questions or concerns please tell your tutor or supervisor. More information is in the Health and Safety Booklet or on the college intranet. What are you entitled to?
An induction to health and safety when starting your learning or training and at each new location or placementFull information on the College’s (and where appropriate, the work placement or employer’s) health and safety policy, responsibility and proceduresInformation on supervision arrangementsInformation on any risks associated with the learning programmeAdvice on, and ready free access to, suitable personal protective equipment or facilitiesInformation on restrictions, which apply to any action or activity on the part of the learner, for example restrictions on the use of certain machinery or vehiclesTraining on health
What to do in an emergency?On discovering a fire
Sound the nearest fire alarm and leave the building immediatelyGo to the appropriate assembly area. On the way inform the Duty Caretaker of the location of the fire
On hearing the fire alarmLeave the building immediately and assemble in the area indicated on the nearest fire notice. Please note your Fire Evacuation Symbol.
DO NOT stop to collect personal belongingsDO NOT use the liftsDO NOT re-enter the building until authorised
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e-sAfetYOur computers and networks are a great resource that we want you to use to help with your studies and learning but you also have a responsibility to use the technology safely and responsibly.
Some of the risks associated with using computer networks include:
Accessing illegal, harmful content such as games or web sites, images, videos or internet with inappropriate contentPersonal information or images being used or shared without knowledge or consentCommunication or contact with others, including strangers who may be dishonest about their intentionsCyber-bullying by other students or people outside the CollegeUsing the internet excessively which could impact on your social and emotional development
To help make sure that you stay safe while you are in college and using our IT equipment we asks that you:
Take our online e-safety module in induction and always follow instructions from teachers or other members of staffRead and sign up to the IT Acceptable Use agreement which lays out very clearly what you can and can’t do when using the systemsDon’t share your username and password, try to use any other person’s username and password or give out personal information about yourself when onlineImmediately report to your tutor or the Welfare Team any unpleasant or inappropriate material or messages, anything that makes you feel uncomfortable or if you are aware of others misusing the IT systemsYou can use the STOP IT button on Moodle to contact Welfare directly
Please remember that:
The college monitors your use of our ICT systems, email and other digital communicationsYou are responsible for your own actions both in and out of college If you do not follow the IT Acceptable Use agreement and are involved in incidents of inappropriate behaviour, you will be subject to disciplinary action as in the College Managing Student Behaviour policy
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it AcceptABle use AgreementOur computers and networks are a great resource that we want you to use to help with your studies and learning but you also have a responsibility to use the technology safely and responsibly. This acceptable use agreement tells you:
How you can minimise any risks to yourself and others from misuseWhat you can and can’t do when you are using the college network and computer technologiesWhat to do if you want to report any concernsWhat the consequences will be if you do not follow this agreement
Personal safetyI understand that I must use the college ICT and system and network in a responsible way, to ensure that there is no risk to my safety or to the safety and security of the ICT systems or other users.I understand that there are risks associated with using computer networks which include:
Accessing illegal, harmful content such as games or web sites, images, videos or internet with inappropriate contentMy personal information or images being used or shared without my knowledge or consentCommunication or contact with others, including strangers who may be dishonest about their intentionsCyber-bullying by other students or people outside the collegeUsing the internet excessively which could impact on my social and emotional development
I will actively take part in sessions on e-safety and follow instructions from my teachers or other members of staffI know that the college will monitor my use of the ICT systems, email and other digital communicationsI will not share username and password or try to use any other person’s username and passwordI will not disclose or share personal information about myself or others when on-lineI will immediately report to my tutor, team leader or Student Support any unpleasant or inappropriate material or messages, anything that makes me feel uncomfortable or if I feel I am being bullied
Security of the technologyI understand that the college ICT systems are primarily intended for educational use and that I will not use the systems for personal or recreational useI will not try to make downloads or uploads that take up internet capacity and prevent other users from being able to carry out their workI will not use the college ICT systems for on-line gaming, online gambling, internet shopping, file sharing, or video broadcasting (eg YouTube), unless I have permissionI will not try to upload, download or access any materials which are illegal or inappropriate or may cause harm or distress to others, or try to use programmes or software to bypass the filtering and security systems in placeI will not open any attachments to emails, unless I know and trust the person or organisation who sent the email, as it may contain viruses or other harmful programmesI will not install or attempt to install programmes of any type on a machine, or store programmes on a computer, nor will I try to alter computer settingsI will only use social networking sites with permission and at times that are allowed
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RespectI will be polite and responsible when I communicate with others, I will not use strong, aggressive or inappropriate language and I appreciate that others may have different opinionsI will not use the technology in any way that may harm the reputation of the college or brings the college into disreputeI will not use the technology for cyber-bullying which includes sending offensive messages, posting offensive images or harassing othersI will respect others’ work and property and will not access, copy, remove or otherwise alter any other user’s files, without the owner’s knowledge and permissionI will not take or distribute images of anyone without their permission
Copyright and PlagiarismI will ensure that I have permission to use the original work of others in my own workWhere work is protected by copyright, I will not try to download copies (including music and videos)If I use materials from sources on the internet I will also acknowledge and reference the source in any written work or presentations
Reporting: I will immediately report to my personal tutor, team leader or Student Servicesany behaviour by other students which affects the safety and security of the ICT systems or other users and is against Acceptable Use AgreementAny incidents including communications from outside the college that make me feel uncomfortable or unsafeany damage or faults involving equipment or software, however this may have happened. You can click on the STOP IT logo on Moodle or the intranet to directly report any incidents or concerns to Student Support
Consequences: I understand that I am responsible for my actions both in and out of collegeIf I do not follow this Acceptable Use Agreement and am involved in incidents of inappropriate behaviour, I will be subject to disciplinary action as in the college Managing Student Behaviour policyThis may also apply if I am out of college and where the inappropriate behaviour involves members of the college for example cyber-bullying, use of images or personal information or harms the reputation of the collegeI understand that I then may lose access to the college network, be suspended from college and in the event of illegal activities involvement of the police
I have read and agree to follow this Acceptable Use Agreement (signature) _____________________
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Work with a partner. Using the Student Induction Handbook, you have five minutes to find the answers to as many of these questions as you can.
1. Where is the Student Centre?
2. Name 2 things the Personal Advisers team can help you with?
3. Name 2 ways you can report an incident of bullying
4. What is the aim of the counselling service?
5. When is the first Student Council meeting?
6. How can you check your attendance?
7. When is Diversity Week?
8. How can you top up your print credit?
9. How do you get a replacement Student ID card?
10. Where do you go to get help to find a job?
induction quiz
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Name
My Person Code
My Course Code
My full course title
My Personal Tutor
My attendance hotline number
My days in college
Other notes
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Disclaimer The information in this booklet is correct at the time of publication, but it does not form any part of a contract between City College Brighton and Hove and the learner. City College Brighton and Hove does not hold itself liable for any actions taken as a result of the information given in the booklet. Courses may be subject to occasional changes. City College Brighton and Hove maintains the right to close any class which is not viable.
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