Line Manager Workshops arranged to support staff wellbeing
Published: 10 February 2021
A series of workshops have been organised, which aim to support line managers keep staff engaged and stay emotionally connected while many of us work differently.
Learning outcomes for the two hour sessions (12 max capacity per session) with David include:
• Explore ideas of how to create a kinder culture ‘remotely’ where people are caring, supportive and more empathic of each other’s anxieties.
• Look at what is considered best practice for managers to inspire employees to remain engaged during exceptionally challenging times.
• Look at how to inspire employees to be more open by saying ‘it’s okay not to be okay’ and by sharing our own vulnerabilities
• Look at the signs to look for that someone may be struggling and how best to open up a conversation with them
If you’re a line manager and are interested in attending a session, please see dates, times and how to book below.
Session Dates and Times, and how to book:
Date Time
Monday 22 February 10am – 12pm
Tuesday 23 February 10am – 12pm
Monday 1 March 10am – 12pm
Thursday 11 March 2pm – 4pm
Thursday 18 March 2pm – 4pm
Tuesday 23 March 10am – 12pm
** Please note all of the workshops are now fully booked **
To book onto a session, please email Sarah.Morgan67@wales.nhs.uk with your preferred date.
Neil Lewis, Acting Director for People and Organisational Development said:
“We all know it is hard at the moment working in different circumstances, whether it be remotely or different shift patterns while dealing with the personal challenges that lockdowns bring. You’ve told us in the wellbeing surveys that you are finding things like isolation hard.
“In response to this, we are investing in our staff to ensure those managing teams are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to support staff during these difficult times.
“I encourage all those who are responsible for staff to try and come to a session to see if there are any different ways you can support them.”
The sessions are being run by David Beeney, who recently ran a session on Managing Mental Health as part of Diversity and Inclusion Week 2021. He is a qualified Mental Health Counsellor affiliated to the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Practitioners) and a trustee for Mind.