Buckinghamshire Council

Natalie, Shelley, Lydia and Kimberley come together for Invisible Disabilities Week to open up on their experiences of diabetes, Crohn’s disease, hearing loss and autism.

Members of our Race Equality staff network discuss the inspirational black women who have made a difference in their lives and for the wider community. Their podcast provides an excellent insight into some of the challenges faced by Black women and the impact inspirational women have had on their lives.

Following the launch of our Year of Conversation, we were joined by colleagues from across the council to discuss the foundations of a good conversation. In this episode, our panel share their final top tips around having a good conversation.

Following the launch of our Year of Conversation, we were joined by colleagues from across the council to discuss the foundations of a good conversation. In this episode, our panel share their advice for anyone who finds conversations difficult or has recognised that the person they are conversing with is struggling.

Following the launch of our Year of Conversation, we were joined by colleagues from across the council to discuss the foundations of a good conversation. In this episode, our panel share examples of when a good conversation has supported a positive outcome in the workplace.

Following the launch of our Year of Conversation, we were joined by colleagues from across the council to discuss the foundations of a good conversation. In this episode, our panel discuss why they think good conversations are so important in the workplace.

Following the launch of our Year of Conversation, we were joined by colleagues from across the council to discuss the foundations of a good conversation. In this episode, our panel introduce themselves and provided their thoughts on what makes a good conversation.

As part of A Year of Conversation Anjuma Choudhury and Saiqa Khan have recorded a podcast sharing their coaching experience. They discuss why Anjuma felt the need for coaching, how often they met, the role of a coach and coachee and the many benefits of coaching. Saiqa comments on how she has seen Anjuma's confidence grow and her career flourish while she has been her coach.    Coaching is ava...

We spoke to Aman Sekhon-Gill, who told us about her 23-year long career in government and local authorities, starting out working in prisons, and working her way up to an Assistant Director here at the council. She also shared some advice around learning to “be comfortable with the uncomfortable”.

Sarah, Jane, Andrea, Sonia and Rose, members of our Carers Staff Network, tell us about their experiences of being a carer.

Helen Joules, Ryan Alford, Alex Gates and Poppy Winterbourne - colleagues from the Mental Health Staff Network - got together to discuss all things mental health. They answered some of the most common questions around mental health; What is it and why is it important? How can you tell if someone is experiencing mental health difficulties? As well as discussing coping strategies and accessing suppo...

As a follow up to Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Natalie Donhou Morley, Michaela Green and Katie Hargrave-Smith answer some of your questions about neurodiversity including What is the best way to communicate with people who may be neurodiverse? How can I support a colleague who is neurodiverse? Do you feel that people and organisations have become more understanding about neurodiversity? What s...

Alice Ryder and James Charleton, members of our Buckinghamshire Libraries team, told us about their experience of the Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeship . Have a listen to the podcast, search for apprenticeships that suit your role or career aspirations, and speak to your line manager if you're interested in apprenticeship opportunities at the council .

We caught up with some of our managers to discuss stress, which has been our health and wellbeing focus for this quarter and remains one of the leading causes of staff absence. Covering prevention, spotting the signs, stigma and supporting colleagues who may be experiencing stress, the conversation offered great insight into the role of a manager when supporting their team as well as looking after...

We caught up with some of our managers to discuss stress, which has been our health and wellbeing focus for this quarter and remains one of the leading causes of staff absence. Covering prevention, spotting the signs, stigma and supporting colleagues who may be experiencing stress, the conversation offered great insight into the role of a manager when supporting their team as well as looking after...

We caught up with some of our managers to discuss stress, which has been our health and wellbeing focus for this quarter and remains one of the leading causes of staff absence. Covering prevention, spotting the signs, stigma and supporting colleagues who may be experiencing stress, the conversation offered great insight into the role of a manager when supporting their team as well as looking after...

We caught up with some of our managers to discuss stress, which has been our health and wellbeing focus for this quarter and remains one of the leading causes of staff absence. Covering prevention, spotting the signs, stigma and supporting colleagues who may be experiencing stress, the conversation offered great insight into the role of a manager when supporting their team as well as looking after...

In this episode, Liz Hornby and Sarah Taylor discuss the menopause providing the answers to your questions. Topics covered include; how you can best support your partner, friend or colleague as they experience the menopause and some of the lesser known signs and symptoms of the menopause.

Listen to Faye Blunstone (Domestic Abuse and Violence Against Women & Girls Advisor) from Buckinghamshire Council’s Community Safety Team talk to Saskia from Suzy Lamplugh Trust as they talk about personal safety and lone working. This podcast was launched during the “16 Days of Activism” against gender-based violence, which is an international campaign that commences on 25 November—the Intern...

In this episode, Tamsin and Maria share there advice on where to go if you're struggling with your mental health.

In this episode, Layla & Rachel share their personal experiences and advice on the benefits of physical activity for mental health

In this episode, three members of our mental health staff network (Joe, Helen and Sonya) discuss the cost of living crisis and how we may be able to respond to it to improve our mental wellbeing

In this episode, three members of our mental health staff network (Joe, Helen and Sonya) share some of their strategies for supporting their mental health.

We spoke to Emma Denley, who's worked for the council for over 20 years across 13 different roles, about the transferable skills and knowledge she gained over this time, how she's used secondment opportunities to develop in her career, and the advice she'd give to colleagues looking to progress.

Shabnam Ali (mum) and Anaya Ali (daughter) tell us all about food and their traditions over Ramadan.  Suhoor is the morning meal before sunrise and iftar is the evening meal following sunset. Speakers: Shabnam Ali Role: Head of Local Economic Growth. Email: Shabnam. Ali@buckinghamshire.gov.uk Anaya Ali Role: Policy Assistant on the Kickstart Traineeship. Email: anaya.ali@buckinghamshire.gov.u...