Assessment Brief: Project

• Component Title and Code: Supervisory Management 6N4329
• Level: QQI Level 6
• Assessment Technique: Project (40%)
• Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
• Submission Date: Friday 23rd October 23:59pm

Purpose of this module

The purpose of this module is to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and competence to work independently in a supervisory capacity across various industries. During this module learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of supervisory management, including key responsibilities, adherence to policies, and maintaining industry standards. The module covers workplace supervision, staff conduct, and professional relationships, ensuring compliance with best practices. Upon completion, learners will be equipped with the competencies required to supervise, manage, and develop teams effectively, ensuring operational efficiency and staff well-being in various work environments.

Minimum Intended Module Learning Outcomes (MIMLOs)

1. Describe the main duties and responsibilities of a supervisory manager referring to relevant policies and services in a chosen vocational or work environment.
2. Examine how current industry standards, guidelines and practices influence the work environment, supervision, staff conduct and staff relations.
3. Identify the steps required to effectively recruit staff, including pre-planning, sourcing, screening and evaluating methods.
4. Develop procedures for work-related activities, including communication, service standards, staff recruitment and criteria for supervisory procedures.
5. Prepare a system for maintaining work-related records and a budget to include planned and contingency spending.
6. Apply effective training methods to train staff under the current industry standards using suitable aids and materials during a training session.
7. Develop staff evaluations that measure objectives, provide feedback, and identify person development opportunities.

The Assessment Format and Guidelines for Submission

Format

This project requires learners to demonstrate their understanding of supervisory management through the application of key concepts to a chosen healthcare workplace scenario. Learners must produce a structured written report that addresses the core responsibilities of a supervisory manager, including compliance with organisational policies, industry standards, staff recruitment, workplace procedures, financial management, staff training, and performance evaluation processes.

Word count for the written report is: 1500 words (excluding references).

In addition to the written report, learners are required to submit three short video recordings (maximum 7 minutes each). These videos are designed to assess the learner’s ability to explain, apply, and justify key decisions in a real or realistic workplace context. The video component should demonstrate clear understanding, practical application, and the learner’s own voice and reasoning, rather than repeating the written content.

Learners must also submit practical supporting artefacts as part of their project. These include:

• A sample budget, demonstrating financial planning and contingency considerations
• A staff evaluation form, designed to support performance management and staff development

These artefacts must be clearly linked to the chosen organisation or scenario and referenced within the main body of the report and included in the Appendices. The sample budget form is Appendix 1. The staff evaluation form is Appendix 2.

All work must be appropriately referenced using the Harvard Referencing system. Learners should refer to the Harvard Referencing Guidelines available in the Student Success module on Moodle for guidance on the correct use of in-text citations and the compilation of a bibliography.

Each submission must include:

• A cover page
• A signed authorship statement
• A table of contents
• The main body of work
• A reference list (bibliography)
• Appendices (including the required artefacts)
• The Video submissions uploaded to Moodle

The report should be presented using either Times New Roman or Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing. This assessment is designed to meet the following learning outcomes: MIMLO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.

All components of the project, including the written report, video submissions, and supporting artefacts, must be uploaded to Moodle.

Further information regarding the Video submission expectations and professionalism requirements will be uploading to Moodle within the assignment section.

Project Instructions and Performance Criteria

Introduction and Background Information (5 Marks)

Written Component (5 marks):

• Define supervisory management and its significance in a work environment
• Clearly describe the duties and responsibilities of a supervisory manager in your chosen vocational/work environment, including relevant policies and services
• Identify key organisational challenges (e.g. staff conduct, communication, budgeting, training)
• Outline the objectives of the report

Supervisory Responsibilities and Industry Standards (15 Marks)

Written Component (15 marks):

• Analyse the core responsibilities of a supervisory manager and their alignment with industry standards (8 marks)
• Examine how industry standards, guidelines, and best practice influence supervision, staff conduct, and relationships (7 marks)

Video 1: Organisation, Industry Standards and Supervisory Procedures (10 marks)

Learners must:

• Introduce their chosen organisation (real or realistic scenario)
• Describe the role of a supervisory manager in this context
• Identify relevant industry standards, policies, or guidelines
• Explain how these standards influence supervisory practice and decision-making

Staff Recruitment Process and Workforce Planning (10 Marks)

Written Component (10 marks):

• Identify steps required to effectively recruit staff (pre-planning, sourcing, screening, evaluation) (5 marks)
• Discuss recruitment challenges and strategies to improve retention (5 marks)

Operational and Procedural Management (10 Marks)

Written Component (10 marks)

• Develop clear, step-by-step procedures for communication, service standards, staff recruitment, and supervisory practices within a healthcare setting (5 marks)
• Outline the system for maintaining work-related records, including how records are completed, stored, accessed, and protected (confidentiality). (5 marks)

Prepare a Sample Budget (Appendix 1) (5 marks)

Develop a simple budget which demonstrates how financial resources are planned and managed within a healthcare/community setting.

The budget must:

• Include planned expenditure
• Include contingency expenditure for unexpected costs
• Be presented in a clear and structured format
• Demonstrate an understanding of financial planning and responsibility

Video 2: Operational Application and Financial Decision-Making (10 marks)

Learners must:

• Explain one procedure they developed (e.g. communication or service standard)
• Describe how this procedure would work in practice
• Explain key decisions made in their budget
• Demonstrate understanding of the importance of financial planning, prioritisation, and contingency spending.

Staff Training and Development (10 Marks)

Written Component (10 marks):

• Apply appropriate training methods using suitable aids and materials (5 marks)
• Discuss strategies for ongoing staff development aligned with industry standards (5 marks)

Staff Evaluation and Performance Management (5 Marks)

• Outline at least two strategies a supervisor would use to improve staff performance
• Explain how these strategies would be implemented in a real workplace situation
• Suggest practical actions to help staff improve and develop their skills.

Staff Evaluation Form (Appendix 2) (5 marks)

Learners must develop a staff evaluation form which demonstrates how staff performance is measured and reviewed.

The form must:

• Include performance criteria linked to clear objectives
• Use an appropriate rating/measurement system
• Provide a structured feedback section
• Include development/action planning opportunities

Video 3: Training, Evaluation and Leadership Practice (10 marks)

Learners must:

• Explain how they would deliver a training session
• Describe how they would support ongoing staff development
• Explain how their staff evaluation form would be used in practice
• Describe how they would give feedback or manage a performance issue

Conclusions and Recommendations (5 Marks)

Written Component (5 marks):

• Summarise key findings and provide recommendations (3 marks)
• Reflect on the importance of leadership and supervisory skills in practice (2 marks)

Video Performance Criteria

Video 1: Organisation, Industry Standards and Supervisory Procedures (10 marks) (Max: 7 Minutes)

• Introduce the organisation and briefly explain the type of service and who it supports (1 minute)
• Describe the role of the supervisory manager and the outline key responsibilities of the supervisor in the organisation (2 minutes)
• Identify relevant standards (e.g. HIQA, health & safety, safeguarding) and briefly explain each one (2 minutes)
• Explain how these standards influence: Decision-making: Staff management: Quality and safety of care and reinforce the importance of standards in practice (2 minutes)

Video 2: Operational Application and Financial Decision-Making (10 marks) (Max: 7 minutes)

• Explain one procedure they developed (1 minutes)
• Describe how this procedure would work in practice (2 minutes)
• Explain key decisions made in their budget (2 minutes)
• Demonstrate understanding of the importance of financial planning, prioritisation, and contingency spending. (2 minutes)

Video 3: Training, Evaluation and Leadership Practice (10 marks) (Max: 7 minutes)

• Explain how they would deliver a training session (2 minutes)
• Describe how they would support ongoing staff development (1 minute)
• Explain how their staff evaluation form would be used in practice (2 minutes)
• Describe how they would give feedback or manage a performance issue (2 minutes)

Detailed Marking Sheet

Overall Marking System

• Distinction: 80% – 100%
• Merit: 65% – 79%
• Pass: 50% – 64%
• Unsuccessful 0 – 49%

INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION (5 MARKS)

Overview of the Supervisory Role: Define Supervisory management and its significance in a work environment. Clearly describe the duties and responsibilities of a supervisory manager in your chosen vocational or work environment. (Include relevant policies and services that guide these duties) Identify the key challenges organization (5 marks)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES AND INDUSTRY STANDARDS (15 MARKS)

Analysis of Supervisory Duties (8 marks): Examine the core responsibilities of a supervisory manager and their alignment with industry standards.

Impact of Industry Guidelines (7 marks): Examine how industry standards, guidelines, and best practices influence the work environment.

Video 1: Organisation, Industry Standards and Supervisory Procedures (10 marks)

Staff Recruitment Process and Workforce Planning (10 Marks)

Apply appropriate training methods using suitable aids and materials (5 marks)

Discuss recruitment challenges and strategies to improve retention (5 marks)

Operational and Procedural Management (10 marks)

Develop clear, step-by-step procedures for communication, service standards, staff recruitment, and supervisory practices within a healthcare setting (5 marks)

Outline the system for maintaining work-related records, including how records are completed, stored, accessed, and protected (confidentiality) (5 marks)

Prepare a Sample Budget (Appendix 1) (5 marks)

Video 2: Operational Application and Financial Decision-Making (10 marks)

Staff Training and Development (10 Marks)

Apply appropriate training methods using suitable aids and materials (5 marks)

Discuss strategies for ongoing staff development aligned with industry standards (5 marks)

Staff Evaluation and Performance Management (5 Marks)

Outline at least two strategies a supervisor would use to improve staff performance. Explain how these strategies would be implemented in a real workplace situation and suggest practical actions to help staff improve and develop their skills.

Staff Evaluation Form (Appendix 2) (5 marks)

Video 3: Training, Evaluation and Leadership Practice (10 marks)

Conclusions and Recommendations (5 Marks)