YorOK Induction Programme—FAQ’s for Participants
What is the YorOK Induction Self Assessment?
The on-line self assessment tool is available to all members of the YorOK workforce. You are a member of the YorOk workforce if your role involves working with or for children, young people and families in York on a paid or unpaid basis.
The purpose of this self assessment is to allow you to assess your knowledge and understanding against six key areas that have been identified as important for members of the YorOK children and young people's workforce. The purpose of the results is to provide useful additional information and resources that will support you within your role.
The self assessment tool has been piloted across the children’s workforce during April 2010 and is now available to anyone within the YorOK workforce.
How do I access the self assessment tool?
The self assessment tool is available on the YorOK website at www.yor-ok.org.uk/induction
What if I do not have access to a computer?
Local libraries throughout the city are available with free internet access.
If you are still unable to access a computer, then please contact Kate Helme on 554358 and we will try to make alernative arrangements.
How long will it take me to complete the self assessment?
The self assesment itself should take no longer than 20 minutes to complete. However you may want to allow a little more time to look at the resources and information generated through your results. These will also be emailed to you so that you can view them at a later date.
How will I receive the results?
Upon completion of the assessment you will be shown a RAG (red, amber, green) assessment of your current knowledge, and be directed to appropriate information, resources and training which can be undertaken as part of ongoing continuing professional development.
If you include your email address this will be emailed directly to to you and will be available to access at a later date to evaluate and demonstrate the ongoing development of your skills, knowledge and understanding.
You will also have the option to email a copy of the results to your manager/development worker. Please discuss this with your manager prior to completion. If you do not have a manager then contact a member of your support serivce. Some support services are listed below.
What if I don’t have a manager?
If you work in a role that does not have a manager such as a foster carer or childminder please contact your local support service.
Some contacts are listed below. If you are unsure please contact Kate Helme on 01904 554358.
- School Governors: Contact the governor support and development service: Sue Pagliaro Service Manager, Tel: 01904 554258, Debra Wilcock Service Co-ordinator, Tel: 01904 554210
- Childminders: Contact the NCMA: Ellen Etheridge 07734 734196 and Julie West 07734 734064
- Arts and Culture organisations: Contact the Arts and Culture team on 01904 554668
- Voluntary and Community Groups: Contact Craig Waugh at York CVS: 01904 621133
- Environmental groups/activities: Contact Stephen Whittaker on 07771941155 or email
- Sport and Active Leisure groups: Contact Neil Gulliver or Liz Burkinshaw on 01904 553440
- Play organisations: contact Tim Waudby, 01904 553426
- Foster Carers: Contact your supervising social worker
My results are rated as red – what should I do?
Most participants will require additional knowledge and further development/reading can be developed over time, and in-line with your personal development reviews. Your assessment will be emailed to you (and to your manager if you request this) so that you can save your results and revisit them over a period of time.
In some cases, participants may be rated “red” on all six sections. This may be due to the nature of your role and will be the case for many people in the workforce. It may be that some areas will remain low as they are not applicable for your role.
We would recommend that you liaise with your manager or development worker to prioritise which areas to focus on.
What next?
To complement the self assessment a multi agency introductory session has also been developed. The session is entitled “Welcome to YorOK”. The purpose of this session is to give an overview of the YorOk Children’s Trust and to explore how your role fits into the wider workforce in York, together with an opportunity to network with other colleagues from other organisations and sectors. In brief the session will cover the following aspects:
- Overview of YorOK
- How and where decisions are made
- Delivering the Children and Young People's Plan - including key areas of work, key local contacts and how to find out more.
- Assessing your knowledge against the YorOK induction self assessment
How often will the sessions be held?
The introductory sessions will be held throughout the year at different venues and times across the city. Book a place online or contact the Training & Development Unit on 01904 553017.
You are encouraged to attend this session to gain a thorough understanding of the YorOK Children’s Trust and your role as part of this. It will also be a valuable opportunity to network with other colleagues.
Who should I contact for further information?
If you have an queries, with regards to either the self assessment tool or the introductory session, please contact Kate Helme, Strategic Workforce Development Officer on 01904 554358 or email kate.helme@york.gov.uk
