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Child Protection Statement
The College fully recognises its responsibilities for child protection and as such has a named member of the Senior Management Team responsible for child protection issues and a policy which applies to all staff, governors and volunteers working in the College.
The College will:
Every Child Matters is always at the centre of our thinking, planning and our provision.
Personal Tutors
Your personal tutor will help you settle into College life and progress rapidly by setting targets and using a series of individual tutorials and review sessions. This does not mean they do the work for you, it means you have to be prepared and willing to go that little bit further under their guidance and encouragement.
Enrichment
The College provides a wide range of activities that it hopes students will take part in. These include sporting activities, trips, visits and events that will help you broaden your outlook on life and improve your opportunities. If you want to do or organise something new, do tell us! Join in and enjoy!
Counselling Services
The college offers a confidential counselling service to promote the health and well being of all students.
You may be stressed due to a difficult situation, your work, relationships, loss, depression or anxiety. You may want to explore your own personal development or discuss a difficult decision.
Whatever you reasons, counselling can help you acknowledge your feelings and clarify issues so you can begin to change things for yourself.
The College counsellor, Joan Hart, is available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, during term time only
To arrange an appointment, contact Reception on 01983 526631 or Student Services on 01983 550581
National Union of Students (NUS) Extra Discount Card
NUS Extra is a premium discount and membership card which is exclusively available to students through NUS and is packed with offers and vouchers to save you money. If you wish to purchase the £11 NUS Extra Card please go to www.nusextra.co.uk
The Isle of Wight College Student ID Card
From September 2009 The College Student ID Cards can be used to gain discounts from a range of local shops and services.
Student Welfare
We understand that students sometimes start College with lots of concerns and potential difficulties. The team within the welfare section of Student Services is able to give objective and confidential advice about a wide range of issues regardless of whether the problem is related to personal circumstances or College studies. If the problem is related to housing or finance, benefits, course fees or child care, home or work, transport or employment there is someone here to help you through it.
Our Student Welfare Officer, team of Personal Tutors and our fully qualified Counsellor will help you tackle those problems that there seems to be no way around.
Additional Learning Support
Any student at The Isle of Wight College with a specific learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or a disability, is entitled to additional support with their learning. The student is usually referred by the tutor after an initial and diagnostic assessment. Support options include: assistive technology, specialist tutor dyslexia support and specialist assessment for exam arrangements, in-class curriculum support, EAL and language support, communicators for hearing impaired learners and assistive technology for visually impaired learners.
Connexions
Connexions is an information, advice and guidance service for all young people. Connexions can give young people aged 13-19, (and young people with learning support needs up to 25) impartial advice and guidance on all their options including employment, apprenticeships, further and higher education. Extra support is also available for students with an S.140.
Nextstep
NextStep provides free and impartial information, advice and guidance for people aged 20 and over. Appointments to see a Careers Adviser can be arranged at College. Advice regarding CVs and UCAS applications is available from Connexions or Nextstep. Student Services Direct 01983 550581
Further Student Information
Student Voice is exactly what it says it is – it is a vehicle for all students to have a voice to share their opinions with the college and about the college.
The college being the management - that is: governors, senior managers, middle managers and your course tutors.
Having a vehicle to inform these people about what you think about your college and your experiences whilst you are here, both good and bad is important and extremely valuable as this means you, yes you, can make a difference and influence your experience.
It only takes one person to raise a valid comment and suggest a change.
To date your comments and suggestions have influenced the following:
All this has been done in a short period of time and this year has been quite experimental - a pilot sort of speak; next year we need to formalise the process so there are identified meeting periods on the College Calendar - this will give the process recognition. College Management are eager to support this whole process so lets make the most of Student Power!
So if you are interested why not join up or continue to be YOUR Course's Student Rep - that's all it takes!
In the classroom or workshop we will make sure :
If you consider we are not complying with these rules we expect you to let us know either in person or through the College Complaints Procedure which is available via reception
In the classroom or workshop you are expected to :
* Please refer to the IT Acceptable Use Policy available from the LRC and College Intranet
Looking for health advice?
http://www.studenthealth.co.uk many useful links and resources for student health.
Jackie Leavold, The College nurse is available every Monday and Thursday : 12:15pm to 1:30pm.
We have many resources open to students such as free condoms, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and health advice.
Do you have issues with drugs or alcohol?
You can discuss these issues with Gabi Buday, (young people substance misuse worker).
Yo can be confident that your appointment will :
You can come in, phone or text 07929 207852 to arrange an appointment
Further information can be found here:
www.alcoholissues.co.uk www.talktofrank.com
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We offer helpful, friendly and supportive service to help you with
You can arrange to speak to our support worker Jim Edwards about any questions, issues or problems you may have
To arrange a confidential appointment, phone 07795 126756
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Jackie Leavold, The College nurse is available every Monday and Thursday : 12:15pm to 1:30pm.
We have many resources open to students such as free condoms, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and health advice.
Need professional advice....
Ann, our Outreach Adviser, is in College on Mondays between 12.00pm - 2.15pm
The Citizens Advice Bureau offer free, confidential, independent and impartial advice about any problem you have including:
This service is available to students and staff.
Student advice
Student Services offer advice on the following:
Please call Student Services on 01983 550581 for more information or assistance.
Adult Learning Grant
Need time and money to learn? If you are 19+ and do not have any qualifications we can help you get back into education.
For more information and advice please see the ALG Administrator, Becky Pontin, in Student Services on:
Monday: 09.30am - 1.30pm
Tuesday: 09.30am - 5.00pm
Friday: 09.30am - 12.30pm
Contact Becky Pontin on:
01983 526631 ext. 278
Direct Dial 01983 550638
Education Maintenance Allowance
Weekly allowance, for students aged 16, 17 or 18 on 01/09/2007 and studying a full time course. Eligibilty based on household income.
For more information and advice please see the EMA Administrator, Ruth Fisher:
Monday - Thursday:08.45 - 17.00
Fridays: 10.00 - 16.30
Contact Ruth:
01983 526631 ext. 282
Direct Dial 01983 550642
Glowing OfSTED Report
Last month, The Isle of Wight College received a glowing report from Ofs more...
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