Events explore coaching approach in social services leadership

How a coaching approach inspires and motivates others was the topic of discussion at two recent events held by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

The events focussed on how having a coaching approach can be an effective way of supporting leadership at all levels in social services, highlighting the need for space and time to have meaningful conversations and the positive impact of using open questions which help others reflect.

The events were part of a series of leadership events, delivered by SSSC, which are intended to provide an opportunity for workers to spend time reflecting on their current and future practice, share experiences, and hear about success stories related to leadership in different areas of health and social care.

Around 60 people attended the events which aimed to provide participants with: a greater understanding of how coaching can support good leadership; more knowledge of SSSC resources to support practice; the opportunity to reflect on the role of coaching in their current and future practice.

Other highlights included the Care Inspectorate talking about their coaching and mentoring scheme and also Rowan Alba on how a coaching culture has made a difference to their organisation. 

The SSSC has a range of resources to support coaching and mentoring in the workplace on Step into Leadership. Further information on coaching can also be found on the The Scottish Coaching Collaborative on the Workforce Scotland website.