Wellbeing Support
We have an Employee Assistance Programme for FAC learners.
What this means is that all learners have access to up to 6 free therapy sessions, face to face, online or via video call per year and this is available 24/7, 365 days a year. There is also a health and wellbeing app and other forms of support available including:
Family advice line
Finance and debt information
Legal advice
For more information on how to access the service, click here.
To read through some FAQs about the offer click here.
Should you want to access more longer-term talking therapy, this document outlines affordable options in the local area and across London.
Pastoral Walks
Pastoral walks are designed to help you navigate through your learning journey with us. These are casual, one-on-one conversations with our course facilitators, where you can talk about your progress, any challenges you're facing, and give feedback to your CF.
What Happens During Pastoral Walks?
During these walks, your CF will:
Listen to Your Concerns: Whether it's about your coursework, career goals, or personal challenges, they're here to help.
Offer Guidance: They can provide advice on handling academic or professional challenges and help you navigate interpersonal issues.
Answer Your Questions: Whether it's about the full-time program, employment preparation, or project expectations, they're a valuable resource.
Avoid Direct Involvement in Conflicts: They'll help you approach and resolve conflicts, but won't get directly involved.
Pastoral Walk Aims
Foundation programme
Discuss employment expectations
Discuss any interpersonal challenges that have come up
Identify future plans
Ask questions about curriculum work (the structure and not the code)
Apprenticeship
Discuss any interpersonal challenges that have come up
Ask questions about the full-time programme
Discuss support with preparing for employment
Discuss upcoming projects
Recording Your Progress
After each pastoral walk, your CF will note down:
Any concerns that you've shared during the programme
Any agreed actions: Any advice or steps suggested, including follow-ups.
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