Agreed Ways of Working

Your employer will tell you the agreed and safe ways that you are expected to work. Agreed ways of work are usually shared in person by your manager or as part of a policy that is shared with you. Care plans detail the agreed ways of working with each person to ensure that you are providing care and support that meets the person’s needs and working within the law. Not following the agreed ways of working can lead to harm to yourself or others, even when unintended. If a person is harmed as a result of your actions, you may face disciplinary action, which can lead to dismissal or prosecution. You should ensure that: (scroll through)

Safety and welfare is protected by following the agreed ways of working in a care plan
Care given meets the person's needs and involves them and their support network when planning reviewing, and delivering care
People are treated fairly and have their rights upheld by promoting diversity and equality, in addition respecting human rights and dignity
If a person cannot speak out, you work to uphold their rights by supporting them to make a complaint, or raise concerns on your own