Peer reflection & supervision

Context

This policy and collection of documents is Tripod’s system for support and accountability, which is part of our People & Dynamics strand of operational work.

It replaces old ‘annual reviews’ and ‘probationary reviews’ which were capacity-intensive and not enough in line with our values of disability justice and non-hierarchy.

The new system includes: an initial review; 6-monthly peer reflections; and regular peer supervision sessions. The peer supervision and peer reflection have many of the functions of traditional line management: practical and pastoral support and accountability, as well as an emphasis on learning and skill development.

Note from Tripod: This policy was developed after the process and decisions in a review led to a painful conflict which impacted all staff and the functioning of the team. It was a reflection of ableist culture and overwork, overstretching and both formal and informal hierarchy.

Documents

Here is a folder including all the relevant documents, agendas and a guide to giving and receiving feedback, which include:

• Guide to Giving and Receiving Feedback
• Peer Reflection process
• Feedback and Future Discussion process
• Tripod non-staff Feedback form
• Peer Feedback form
• Peer reflection session plan
• Peer Supervision meeting plan
• Self-reflection session plan