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Section 3 of 6
Pathway 1: Providing clarity

Why providing clarity is important for practice supervisors

Providing clarity is essential for practice supervisors because it helps ensure everyone on the team understands their roles, expectations, and goals, leading to more focused and effective work.

Clear communication also reduces confusion and uncertainty, allowing team members to make informed decisions and take ownership of their tasks.

By offering clarity, supervisors create an environment where trust can flourish, and the team is empowered to work collaboratively toward shared objectives.

Benefits of a providing clarity as a practice supervisor

Improve case management and decision-making  

Supervisors help practitioners manage cases effectively by clearly outlining expectations, timelines, reporting requirements, and decision-making protocols, reducing delays and errors.

Enhance supervision quality

Clear supervision sessions that outline goals, expectations, and actions allow practitioners to reflect on their practice, identify development areas, and feel supported in overcoming challenges.  

Encourage team accountability

Setting clear performance expectations in team meetings ensures everyone understands their responsibilities, motivating practitioners to hold themselves accountable for their work.

Encourage anti-oppressive practice

Supervisors who clearly emphasise anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practices create an environment where practitioners feel confident in addressing and challenging discrimination, promoting fairness and inclusion.

Not providing clarity can lead to confusion in casework, lack of focus in supervision, and team disengagement, ultimately undermining practice quality and the ability to support families effectively.

Over to you

Spend 10 minutes reflecting on your role as a practice supervisor, considering the level of clarity you provide in your team’s work. Consider one of the following: 

  • Are there areas where your team might lack clarity on expectations, timelines, or decision-making processes? How could this be improved? 
  • How clear are you in communicating the importance of anti-oppressive practice, and what more could you do to ensure this is embedded in your team’s daily work? 

You can use the ‘Why providing clarity is important as a practice supervisor’ section in the 4C leadership capability framework action plan for this activity.

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The resources have been developed by Frontline in collaboration with DfE.
Published: 30 January 2025
Last updated: 30 January 2025