Psychological Safety at Work Training

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In-House Training in Scotland

Psychological Safety at Work Training

Equip managers and teams with the tools to build trust and open communication. Learn how fear and silence show up in the workplace — and what actions build a healthier, more supportive team culture. 

Practical, respectful, and designed for real workplaces. Focuses on everyday behaviours, not buzzwords — helping people lead and collaborate with confidence and care. 

Build Trust and Openness

Create a space where people feel safe to contribute and challenge ideas

Reduce Fear and Silence

Spot when psychological safety is missing — and know how to respond

Clear, Practical Tools

Use simple, effective strategies in meetings, feedback, and team discussions

Delivered by Experienced Trainers

Led by professionals who understand team dynamics, pressure, and leadership

COURSE OVERVIEW

Psychological safety is the foundation of strong teams. Without it, people stay quiet. Problems go unspoken. And ideas are lost. 

This Psychological Safety at Work Training helps teams understand what safety looks like day to day. You’ll explore common habits that build or break trust — and learn how to make space for honest communication, healthy risk-taking, and productive challenge. 

It’s not about being soft. It’s about building stronger teams, one conversation at a time. 

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What our Psychological Safety at Work Training Covers

Training Benefits:

  • Improves communication, confidence, and collaboration 
  • Encourages people to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas 
  • Helps managers create supportive, high-trust environments 
  • Reduces fear, conflict, and disengagement 
  • Strengthens team culture and staff retention 

 

Ideal For:

  • Line managers and team leads 
  • HR, wellbeing, and DEI professionals 
  • Senior leadership teams 
  • Staff groups focused on team development or culture change 

Every participant receives a digital toolkit with self-check guides, reflection prompts, and templates to help apply learning straight away.

Training Format and Duration

Our Psychological Safety at Work Training is: 

  • Engaging and realistic 
  • Based on true-to-life examples and team behaviours 
  • Adapted to your sector and organisational culture 

Half-Day (3 hours): 
Introduces key ideas and tools for building psychological safety. 

Full-Day (6 hours): 
Recommended. Includes deeper team work, reflection, and planning for long-term impact. 

Psychological Safety at Work Training - Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our Psychological Safety at Work Training below, and get in touch if you need further assistance

Is this course suitable for any team?

Yes. It's designed for all levels — from frontline staff to senior leadership.

Can this support our wellbeing or DEI goals?

Yes. Psychological safety is a key part of inclusion, wellbeing, and retention strategies. 

Will we explore feedback or conflict?

Yes. We cover how to make those conversations feel safer and more productive. 

What size of team is best?

We recommend 6–12 people per session to allow time for discussion and engagement. 

Will participants get tools to take away?

Yes. Each person gets a digital pack with simple, practical resources.

Will people be asked to share personal stories?

No. Sharing is always optional. We focus on creating a safe, comfortable space. 

How is this different from communication training?

It looks at what drives silence, fear, or avoidance — not just how we speak, but why we hold back. 

Can it be tailored to our team’s challenges?

Absolutely. We customise content to suit your team’s context and pressures. 

Is this suitable for hybrid or remote teams?

Yes. We address the unique challenges of psychological safety in remote and hybrid work.

Who delivers the training?

Facilitators with professional and lived experience in leadership, workplace wellbeing, and culture change.

Ready to Create a Safer, More Connected Team?

Support your team with Psychological Safety at Work Training — and build a culture where people feel safe to speak up, show up, and succeed. 

Get in touch to book your training session. 

 

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