Covid 19 UPDATE

Opening Hours: Monday –Thursday 8.30am – 5pm, Friday 8.30am – 12.30pm

 

UPDATE 08.03.21

All students should return to normal classes in centre from 8/3/21. Lateral flow testing will take place on site for all staff and students.

Upon entering Martec building please wear a mask and be prepared to have your temperature checked.

Please go straight to your class where your tutor will register you for your test.

If you are not feeling well or members of your household are showing COVID-19 symptoms, please do not attend even if you have asked to. Please click on the link to read a letter to all parents/carers from the Government (copy and paste into your browser if the link does not respond):

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-parents-and-guardians-when-you-should-book-a-coronavirus-test-for-your-child/letter-to-parents-and-guardians-when-you-should-book-a-coronavirus-test-for-your-child

If you would like to discuss Martec Covid procedures or are concerned about returning, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Tracey on 01782 717272.

 

Additional Support

16-19 Tuition Fund

The purpose of this statement is to set out how Martec Training will utilise its 16 to 19 tuition fund allocation to support students who may have had their learning disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

What is the 16-19 Tuition Fund?

The 16-19 tuition fund is a one-off funding allocation for 20-21 academic year only. The fund is being provided to support learners to catch up and close any gaps in their learning that may have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 lockdown. The fund will be used for small group and 1:1 tuition in English, Maths and vocational learning for 16 to 19-year-old learners. This tuition will be in addition to the planned study programme hours.

Who can be supported by this fund?

Learners must be aged 16-19 and must not have already achieved a GSCE grade 5 or above in maths and/or English by age 16. Students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) – including those aged 19 to 24 who require additional tuition to help them catch up with their studies – will also be supported by this provision.

How is Martec Training using this Fund?

Tuition groups will comprise of up to five students and the tuition sessions will be scheduled in addition to the planned programme of study hours already timetabled for the academic year 2020/21. Tuition sessions will be delivered face to face, online or through a blended delivery model.

Examples of some of the Tuition Support on offer will include:

• Maths and English topic support.
• GCSE revision workshops and functional skills assessment preparation support
• Technical Knowledge and skills support to make up for any shortfall
• Specialist Support to improve engagement for learners with SEND

Students will be selected to engage with the extra support through assessments and tutor led students observations. Parents and tutors will be informed of their involvement in the tuition fund.

Where current Martec staff (due to time constraints) are unable to deliver the extra tuition, an external agency will be used to supply additional support. The agency used will adhere to all Martec’s Safeguarding Policies.

 

If you are struggling accessing technology during this time please speak to Lynda who will be able to issue you with a device to support you completing your work remotely. For more information please e-mail Lyndahassall@martectraining.co.uk

 

 

FAQ

 

I am returning to Martec what safety measures do you have in place?

Our building has been adapted to adhere with social distancing. The floor is marked showing where you can stand when entering reception. Screens are in place around the building to protect you and the tutors. Visors/masks are available at reception, please feel free to wear your own. Numerous hand sanitising stations have been installed. Catering facilities onsite have been adapted, cold food is available to order and should be done so at the start of the day.

If you are feeling anxious about attending centre please make your tutor aware or speak to our Welfare Officers : Kath Shaw (Apprenticeships) Lynda Hassall (Study Programme).

 

I am an Apprentice and my technical classes in centre stopped during lock down. When will they be restarting?

Technical classes have been restarting throughout September. Please contact reception on 01782 717272 if you are unsure when you are due back in.

8/3/21 Classes have now returned to normal timetable in centre.

 

I am an Apprentice but I have been furloughed, I don’t want to fall behind with my qualification, what should I do?

If you have been furloughed you should still be continuing with your qualification. Your assessor will be in touch via phone to do reviews and technical classes will restart in September. Your attendance at these sessions will be monitored. Use this opportunity to increase your Off The Job Hours, this can be done by watching You Tube videos (take a look at Martec’s You Tube channel), reading articles online and manuals. If you feel you need additional support during this time please contact your tutor.

 

I would like to apply to join Martec, how do I do this?

To apply please call 01782 717272 or e-mail donnaturkel@martectraining.co.uk, you can also apply via our website.

Interviews are being held over the phone and where possible you will be invited in for a taster session.

 

I am coming back in September to do my Level 2, how will things be different?

New systems and safety procedures will be in place to ensure everybody is kept as safe as possible. This will involve entering the building through numerous entrances, additional PPE (optional but available for everybody), all students and staff will be asked to wear face coverings in communal areas, changes to the way you order, collect and pay for food from the canteen and much more. On your first day back we will explain everything clearly to you so you are able to follow any new systems.

 

I have completed my Level 3 Study Programme with Martec and unsure of what to do next.

If you have come to the end of your qualifications with Martec and are unsure what to do next please contact our welfare team who will be able to discuss your options with you and advise you on your next steps. We can help you apply for additional courses, ensure your CV is up to date, job search and much more. Please call 01782 717272.

 

For more information please do not hesitate to contact Martec on 01782 717272 or e-mail reception@martectraining.co.uk.

 

STAY SAFE!