Location: Worldwide (Virtual)
Opportunity: Return to Work Group Coaching Programme
Programme Dates: 15 September to 6 October
Register by: 11 September (17:00 UK Time)
🚀Get ready to accelerate your return to work 🚀
Feeling low on confidence, unsure where to begin in your return to work and in need of a practical boost?
Join our 4-week Return to Work Accelerator, led by expert Career Returners Coaches who specialise in supporting professionals returning from career breaks.
Starting 15 September, this practical, supportive group coaching programme will help you gain clarity on your direction, rebuild your confidence and maximise your chances of returning to a fulfilling role.
You will receive 8 hours of expert coaching plus peer support for £150
What past participants say
“The sessions have been incredibly insightful, helping me overcome confidence blockers and offering practical ways forward.”
“Packed full of golden nuggets!”
“Reassuring to hear others share similar experiences. The programme instantly made me feel less alone.”
“Thoughtful, inspiring and informative. Lots to take away and work on.”
“I’m having so many lightbulb moments in this programme – finally seeing the wood for the trees.”
How you will benefit from the programme
- 8 hours of expert coaching over 4 live and interactive coach-led workshops, boosted by practical exercises and tailored resources. Please note workshops will not be recorded to preserve participant confidentiality and encourage group participation.
- Rebuild your professional confidence and reconnect with your key strengths. You’ll identify your key transferable skills, learn to network effectively (online and in person), enhance your CV, optimise your LinkedIn profile, navigate online job applications and prepare for interview success.
- Learn how to use AI as a powerful return-to-work tool. Throughout the programme we’ll guide you through practical prompts and simple steps that will help you research roles, refine applications and showcase your experience with confidence.
- Become part of a ready-made return to work peer support group. You’ll join a supportive cohort and be paired with a mini-cohort for deeper accountability and connection. Plus, you’ll have access to a dedicated Accelerator peer group in our online Community Hub, so the support continues long after the programme ends.
Programme Outline
Session 1: Clarify your Return to Work Career Direction – Tuesday 15 September (10:00 – 12:00 UK Time)
- Rebuild confidence through reflecting on and embracing your strengths and transferable skills
- Reflect on career highlights and explore what constitutes fulfilling work now
- Gain clarity on your personal drivers for your return
- Develop a positive mindset to support your return
- Intro to AI and how to use AI tools as you return to work
Session 2: Craft a compelling CV – Tuesday 22 September (10:00 – 12:00 UK Time)
- Build an effective and compelling CV
- Positively position your career break and own your career story
- Tailor applications to roles and demonstrate your experience effectively
- Craft authentic cover letters that support your applications
- Navigate online job sites and applicant tracking systems
Session 3: Develop your authentic LinkedIn profile – Tuesday 29 September (10:00 – 12:00 UK Time)
- Create an impactful Headline and Summary
- Capture the breadth of your experience and showcase your authentic value
- Gain clarity on how to use LinkedIn effectively as you return to work
- Build your network plan to get started
- Understand what to ask your network for – insights, ideas, intros
Session 4: Boost your Interview Skills – Tuesday 6 October (10:00 – 12:00 UK Time)
- Upskill for different types of interview questions including strengths based questions and competency based questions
- Create a confidence boosting professional intro
- Practice interview questions and gain feedback
- Explore AI tools to help you prep for interview
- Navigate online interviews and AI interviews
Cost
Full price: £150
If you would like more personalised support, you can add an optional 1:1 coaching session. Simply contact our coaching team at info@careerreturners.com. Accelerator participants can access these sessions at a discounted rate of £95 per 30 minutes, ideal for a focused CV or LinkedIn review, a mock interview or tailored coaching session.
Queries about the programme?
Join one of our drop-in info sessions on:
How to book
For full programme details click here
For more information, email info@careerreturners.com
Or you can find answers to some frequently asked questions here
Refund terms
We understand your circumstances may change between booking your place and starting the Accelerator programme. Up until the programme starts on 14 April, a refund will be given upon request. To obtain a refund, please email the Coaching Team on info@careerreturners.com
Note: In order to access the Accelerator, including the coaching workshops, support materials and private Community group, you must be registered for our online Career Returners Community Hub before starting the programme. If you haven’t already joined, you can register free of charge, by choosing a free membership using this link: community.careerreturners.com
