Before you start
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10 steps to onboarding success
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1. Complete onboarding forms
- Complete forms such as self declaration, placement survey and applicant profile.
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2. Submit references
- Some candidates may have to speak with our advisors and complete the further information form.
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3. Prepare for the programme
JANUARY ONWARDS
- To get ahead, take a look at our webinars and bulletins.
- Some candidates may have to complete a occupational health assessment.
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4. Allocation process
APRIL ONWARDS
- The allocation process begins. Local authority placements are on a rolling basis.
- Some candidates may have to register with Lancaster University’s Disability team
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5. Allocation check-in call
- Optional call booked with our Partnerships team to discuss allocation of placements.
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6. Complete DBS
- Complete your DBS certificate and formal Right to Work check.
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7. Complete Readiness for Practice and bursary forms
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8. Hub introduction
MAY ONWARDS
- Get introduced to your hub and attend two shadowing days.
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9. Start registration for Lancaster University
JUNE ONWARDS
- Some candidates may have to provide final degree and grade evidence
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10. Begin the programme
JULY