Programme outline
Module 1: Adventures in leadership
This foundational module introduces the leadership landscape for anaesthetists, with real-world insights. Participants explore leadership opportunities across NHS structures, reflect on their motivations, and form learning groups with their peers. The session anchors participants in system-level context and kickstarts their personal development and peer networks.
Module 2: All about me: Coaching and self-leadership focus
This model focuses on emotional intelligence and self-awareness. Through structured coaching models and supportive coaching groups, participants build reflective habits and coaching skills to better navigate clinical challenges and support others’ growth, laying the groundwork for emotionally intelligent leadership.
Module 3: Taking others with you: Leading multi-professional teams and people development
This module explores the dynamics of leading diverse teams in clinical settings. It combines behavioural science with leadership theory to develop skills in communication, inclusion, psychological safety, and motivation. Participants will assess their own leadership styles, analyse real workplace teams and apply leadership strategies in their own settings.
Module 4: Becoming a change agent: Leading change and service improvement
This module introduces tools and frameworks for initiating and managing service improvements in the NHS. Participants explore how to overcome resistance, align stakeholders, and lead change from any position. At the end of the module, participants will develop a workplace relevant change plan and have the confidence to navigate complex situations.
Module 5: Connecting the dots: Integrating leadership insights with NHS practice
Through an organisational visit, this module grounds theoretical learning in NHS practice, showing how leadership decisions influence system-wide service delivery. Participants engage with nonclinical leaders, understand how data informs improvement, and strengthen their appreciation of collaborative leadership. Action learning continues to help apply insights to real challenges.
Module 6: Moving forward: Leading with confidence, reflection and purpose
The final module consolidates learning and focuses on forward planning. Participants refine their leadership development plans, practise public speaking, and explore inclusive leadership strategies. An extended Action Learning Set encourages reflection on personal growth, with peer feedback helping to sustain momentum beyond the programme.