Devon Primary Care Training Hub are extending the offer to join their Return-to Work Community of Practice.
Supporting those Returning to Practice Following Maternity, Paternity or Adoption Leave
Returning to work after parental leave is both professionally and personally significant. Alongside rebuilding clinical confidence, many professionals are adapting to new family responsibilities, changing priorities and different workplace dynamics. While practical guidance is important, many describe feeling isolated and lacking opportunities to connect with colleagues who truly understand the experience.
The General Practice Return to Work Community aims to provide an ongoing, supportive network where returning professionals can connect, share experiences and access practical learning throughout their transition back into practice. Rather than a one-off programme, the community offers a rolling series of facilitated sessions, allowing participants to join at different points during the year whilst still accessing the core themes that support a successful and sustainable return to work.
The community aims to:
- Rebuild professional confidence.
- Support wellbeing and reduce professional isolation.
- Provide practical strategies for balancing work and family life.
- Increase awareness of employment rights and flexible working options.
- Encourage reflective practice and peer learning.
- Foster a lasting community of support amongst parents who work in general practice.
- Community Principles
The sessions will focus on the following themes:
- Theme 1: Returning to Practice – Sharing the Journey
- Theme 2: Confidence, Perfectionism and Imposter Feelings
- Theme 3: Boundaries, Flexible Working and Speaking Up
- Theme 4: Managing the Juggle
- Theme 5: Building a Sustainable Career
Sign up here: General Practice Return to Work Community – 26/27 – Fill in form