What do employers say?
“Buddies allow new starters to feel safe and supported. We offered external training to support our buddies with how to respond and signpost, as they often become a confidant for a young person. We had feedback that they would like to know how to respond in the most supportive way.”
Buddies A buddy for a young person at the start of their employment should be someone that is a valued member of the team, performs well in their role, and has brilliant people skills. Give buddies adequate training to equip them to handle difficult conversations and to provide great support.
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