The JS Coaching Hub

This coaching contract that sets out the guidelines of what we want to achieve and how we expect to achieve it. This includes parameters, professional conduct, expectations and safeguarding:

My responsibility

You and I will work one to one in a confidential, trusting and non-judgmental environment. I provide objective and non-judgmental observations to raise your self-awareness and to provoke ‘out of the box’ thinking to create shifts in perspective. You will find that I challenge discrepancies between what you may say and what you do/do not do and encourage strategies and specific actions plans with realistic yet challenging deadlines, which may move you from your comfort zone into stretch zones.

Together we will explore and challenge limiting beliefs that could be holding you back from achieving your goals. I aim to examine and clarify ultimate goals/desires, elevating awareness of whether they are in alignment with your core values and will help evaluate the impact of a goal/s successes on your life, building motivation and drive. It is important we also determine all potential obstacles, internal and external, that may prevent moving forward and the successful completion of action plans.

Your Responsibility 

I ask that you take full responsibility for your coaching journey and achievement of goals. That you be punctual for sessions and give notice of cancellation and also complete all assigned activities as agreed in session. Above all, we can only achieve success if you come with an open mind and are honest with yourself and your environment. 

Each Appointment – what will you expect?

Although we will discuss some basic operating procedures during our first meeting, there are some expectations that need to be set for each meeting and are outlined below

• Each meeting will be up to an hour long.
• Today is suggested to be one of no fewer than 3 appointments
• We shall re-cap on previous sessions if applicable
• I will take relevant notes by hand or on Notes
• I shall only record with your permission for learning and training purposes
• We will hold the meetings in a relaxed atmosphere of our choosing. It may be that remote and Chime is the most convenient in the early stages
• I shall dedicate time to plan and prepare before each meeting and expect that you will come similarly prepared 
• Will conclude with agreement of the date of next appointment if there is to be one. 

Pledge of ethics - what you need to know

As an ethical coach there are standards by which I adhere and obligations that I will uphold. The following summarises what you should expect from me, operating in a professional capacity: 

Legal & Statutory– I have an obligation to remain compliant in all statutory requirements in the countries where the coaching practice takes place. I have full awareness of safeguarding legislation that applies to each coaching engagement including GDPR

Integrity – I possess, will maintain and upon request present the appropriate up to date qualifications, accreditations and/or memberships to you ahead of any coaching commencement.

Boundaries – I shall define, set and maintain clear and appropriate boundaries in each and every coaching engagement. This means I will maintain an unconditional positive regard, be non-judgemental, non-directive and will have you as the focus.

Excellence – As well as holding the relevant qualifications, I will also possess the skills and experience to meet the needs of each and every engagement, and operate within the limits of my competence. This may mean that I refer the client to a more experienced, or suitably qualified coach as appropriate.

Confidentiality– I shall maintain strict levels of confidentiality with client and sponsor information unless requested under the law of the country where the coaching tales place. 

In establishing the contracting agreement, I will communicate and gain agreement on conditions under which confidentiality will not be maintained. (e.g. illegal activity, harm or potential harm to self or others).

I will keep, store and dispose of appropriate and accurate records of each client engagement, which includes electronic files and communications, in a manner that ensures confidentiality, security and privacy, in compliance with all relevant laws and agreements that exist in their country regarding data protection and privacy.

Termination– I shall respect you right to terminate an engagement at any point in the process, subject to the provisions of the coaching, mentoring or supervision service agreement.

This means I will encourage you to terminate the coaching, mentoring or supervision engagement if it is believed that you would be better served by another practising member or a different form of professional help.

My professional responsibilities continue beyond the termination of the professional relationship. These include:

• Maintenance of agreed confidentiality of all information relating to clients and sponsors
• Safe and secure maintenance of all related records and data that complies with all relevant laws and agreements that exist in their country regarding data protection and privacy
• Avoidance of any exploitation of the former relationship, which could otherwise call into question the professionalism or integrity of the member or the professional community
• Provision of any follow-up that has been agreed to.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

I will not knowingly discriminate on any grounds and will seek to enhance my own awareness of possible areas of discrimination.

This means I will work to remove unconscious bias and seek to ensure that I take a respectful and inclusive approach, which embraces and explores individual difference. This includes challenging in a supportive way any colleagues, employees, service providers, clients or participants who are perceived to be using discriminatory behaviour