Public and Commercial Services Union

This toolkit has been developed for use as a resource by union learning representatives in PCS to help them deliver a successful learning at work day (LaWD) event. It is envisaged that this document will also be a point of reference for managers who wish to know more about LaWD.

Contents:

Making the case for participation in LaWD

• What is LaWD?
• Why LaWD?: some 'business benefits' of LaWD events
• Writing a LaWD proposal
• Writing a letter to management (edit for your own needs)

A step-by-step guide to planning your LaWD

• From setting up a planning group to evaluating your day

Pointers for activity ideas

• Working with colleges and providers, learndirect, business link and information, advice and guidance partnerships

'Quick wins'

• Activities that can be organised quickly and easily
• A list of resources from Campaign for Learning
• Funding the day
• Other resources and ideas

Promoting the day

• Promoting to colleagues who may be apprehensive about taking part in a LaWD activity

Evaluating

• A possible evaluation framework

Annex 1

• Timeline for ULRs

Annex 2

• LaWD action plan

Annex 3

• Event checklist

Annex 4

• Glossary of ideas

Annex 5

• Evaluation form for learning at work event

Annex 6

• Creative writing

Annex 7

• Hobby sharing

Annex 8

• Office book club

Annex 9

• Useful websites