How do they work?

Action Learning Sets are small groups of people who are willing to offer as well as seek help from one another in a supportive and confidential learning environment.

• Each 90-minute session begins with a brief introduction to the structure and agenda.
• You will then be divided into small groups of up to 8.
• Meetings are managed by a facilitator.
• Each person succinctly presents their issue that they would like support with, and captures it in a short sentence.
• The group decides which issue to focus on.
• The remainder of time is spent exploring this issue - with a set format.

Below is a list (not exhaustive) of example issues:

• Increasing workload and prioritisation.
• Wellbeing and concerns around burnout.
• Decreased morale and engagement.
• Disruption in team dynamics.
• Managing poor performance.
• Dealing with conflict in teams.

Please note: issues are not shared in advance of the session or organised into themes - this is so that the sessions can focus on whatever is the most pressing issue for group members to discuss on the day.