The first week

The first week should focus on explaining and discussing the key aspects of their role, the goals and objectives of their immediate team and how they in turn contribute to the objectives of their department and the University.

It is also important that time is given for the new starter to get to know their wider environment of the campus, and become familiar with any systems, policies or procedures that are important for their role.

At the end of the first week it is recommended that the manager meets with the new employee to check on how they are settling in and:

• review the induction programme and check their understanding of the information they have been given up to this point
• agree how to clarify or revisit any areas where understanding is confused or inadequate
• explain what is expected of them in subsequent weeks
• have the first probation meeting, following the probation process