Supervision
You have assured Ruth that things will get easier with time and the more experience she gains.
A few weeks later, you and Ruth are in the staff room. You ask Ruth how she is getting on. Play the video to hear what Ruth says then decide what you should do next. Please choose one of the options below.
What's your next step?
Option 1: You try to reassure Ruth and tell her that the job will get easier as she becomes more experienced.
Option 2: You have a formal meeting with Ruth and develop a plan following your organisation's policy on stress management. The plan will include an increase in support and supervision.
Option 3: You ask Ruth to come up with a solution about how she can manage her workload.