Fillable Printable Coaching Contract Template - University of Sydney

Coaching Contract Template - University of Sydney

Coaching Agreement

Coaching is a collaborative, solution focussed, results-oriented and systematic process in which the coach

facilitates the enhancement of work performance, self-directed learning and personal and professional growth of

the coachee.

Throughout the working relationship, the coach will engage in direct, personal and often challenging conversations.

The coachee understands that successful coaching requires an active collaborative approach between coachee

and coach.

The coach plays the role of a facilitator of change while it is the coachee’s responsibility to enact change.

Coaching is not therapy and, thus, does not aim to treat psychological problems. The coachee agrees to disclose

details of past or present psychological or psychiatric treatment. If such issues become salient during the coaching

relationship, the coach may recommend referral to an appropriate and qualified specialist.

All information about the coach / coachee relationship and any written notes remain completely confidential, except

in rare circumstances decreed by law. If requested by the coachee’s organisation, the coach will report in broad

terms on the process and progress of coaching but will not give details and content of the coaching sessions

unless the coachee gives their explicit permission.

As a coach, I will:

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be clear with you about the coaching relationship, including any expectations

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be prepared for each coaching session

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come to each coaching session promptly at the agreed time

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maintain complete confidentiality, within the limits of the law, unless you give me explicit permission to

share particular issues with others

 represent myself to you with honesty and integrity and will refer you to another profession if I am not within

my area of expertise or comfort

As a coachee, I will:

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thoughtfully prepare for each coaching session

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come to each coaching session promptly at the agreed time

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seek to complete any between-sessions action steps (‘homework’)

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be honest and forthright in my discussions

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receive, accept and act on feedback

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raise, and frankly discuss, any issues that relate to the goals we are working on

As a supervisor, I will:

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make myself available for any 3-way coaching meetings requested

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play an active role in helping articulate and understand my staff member’s coaching objectives

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be clear to my staff member about the expectations I have for the coaching engagement I have approved

If a session needs to be rescheduled for any reason (either by the coach or coachee), a minimum of 48

hours’ notice is required. Either the coach or coachee may elect to terminate the coaching arrangement

at any time.

Any other issues?

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Signature of coachee Date

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Signature of coach Date

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Signature of supervisor Date