Frequently Asked Questions

We create a safe reflective space for group discussions to support you to develop your practice. We offer individual and group coaching sessions to support you to develop your social work skills and knowledge and connect social work education to practice. 

The community is for final year social work students, newly qualified social workers or social workers seeking to enhance their safeguarding knowledge and skills and develop their social work career in a safe space. 

The community sessions are weekly and monthly.

The community will support you to connect with like minded practitioners in our community where you can access training, webinars, workshops and seminars that will support you to connect your social work education to practice. In the community you can access case management tools, templates and resources.  

The group coaching course will provide you with the opportunity to explore and reflect on your practice in a community of other social workers. During the course you will have the opportunity to connect with other social workers and build a strong professional network to support you throughout your career.  

The group coaching creates a supportive and empowering environment where you can share your experiences, develop your social work knowledge and skills, and address unique barriers and challenges that you face. 

Our group coaching programme offers: 

Professional development: We provide group coaching sessions focused on enhancing your skills, knowledge, and confidence. During the course you will set goals, identify areas for growth, and develop strategies to progress in your career. 

Cultural competence: Our coaching program includes sessions dedicated to exploring and enhancing your understanding of the intersections of race, gender, culture and social work practice.  

Self care: We prioritise your wellbeing and self care. Our coaching modules includes sessions on managing stress, setting boundaries, and maintaining a healthy work life balance. We will provide you with strategies to prevent burnout and support your overall mental and emotional wellbeing. 

Networking: Connect with other qualified social workers through our supportive community. Share experiences, challenges, and successes as you build networks and friendships with like minded professionals who understand your journey with guidance and support. 

Confidential safe space: These sessions provide a confidential and supportive space where you can openly discuss your experiences.

Reflective Practice:  In the sessions you will have the opportunity to reflect on your practice and receive feedback from your peers in the group, this will support you to process your experiences and develop strategies to handle similar situations.

Skill Development: Coaching sessions often focus on enhancing professional skills, such as leadership, communication, and resilience. This helps social workers navigate their roles more effectively and advance in their careers.

Emotional Support: Address the emotional impact of social work practice to support you to dealing with including dealing with discrimination, prejudice, oppression or and racism in the workplace. Group coaching will help you to build your confidence and emotional resilience.

Career Planning: Participants are encouraged to set career goals and develop actionable plans to achieve them.

Yes, I offer both face to face and virtual coaching sessions can be offered to accommodate your preferences.

The frequency of one to one coaching sessions depends on your goals. Some clients prefer to meet weekly, while others may meet bi-weekly or monthly.