Coaching Terms and Conditions - Coachees

We are delighted that you have chosen to become part of the NHS Coaching Register.

The coaching register aims to:

• Support organisations to maximise their coaching capability and capacity
• Support the practice and continuing professional development of NHS Coaches
• Develop an inclusive coaching culture whilst maintaining and promoting excellent practice in coaching

and in doing so, improve the resilience of NHS and social care staff to improve the experience of our patients and users.

Confidentiality

The content of coaching conversations remains confidential to the coach and coachee. Any specific details entered on this system are not visible to a third party. In using this site all users agree to the following limits to confidentiality.

• Where there is a perceived risk of harm to self or others
• Where there is concern of a breach of organisational policy
• Where illegal activity is suspected.

Information submitted to the register will be used to report and evaluate the levels and range of coaching activity undertaken at a National, Regional and Organisational level. The use of this information will not breach confidentiality arrangements.

All coachees using this site are required to:

• Take responsibility for maintaining an up-to-date profile within the system
• Be proactive in requesting coaches online (please contact your Regional centre if a response has not been received within 2 weeks of sending a request)
• Work with the coach to arrange sessions and commit to attending
• Commit to the development process demonstrating proactivity in personal and professional development
• Ensure explicit organisational support is sought if coaching is undertaken within work hours
• Share coachee information with organisational Coaching Champions/Lead to support the Coaching strategy and culture
• Complete a pre-evaluation before a relationship commences where requested
• Complete a post evaluation and a 6 month follow up evaluation on experiences after a relationship comes to an end where requested
• Contact your Regional centre if you would like any advice, training, support or to put forward any suggestions for improvement

In turn, the NHS Coaching Register will commit to the following to support your coaching practice:

• Provide access to ongoing, relevant and topical CPD, to enhance knowledge and development of your coaching skills
• Provide access to regular supervision sessions and support
• Provide opportunities to learn and network with other coaches via Network Learning Events

Regional Centres

https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/regional-academies/