The MCSS-26

Version 1.0

About this questionnaire

This questionnaire has been developed from the original Manchester Clinical
Supervision Scale. It is designed for self-completion by personnel currently
receiving Clinical Supervision in a nursing or other healthcare setting.
The MCSS-26 measures the effectiveness of, and satisfaction with, the
supervision received. It provides sub-scores for six key elements of the
Clinical Supervision process.
How to fill in this questionnaire
Please answer all of the questions as accurately as you can. Try not to leave
any blank. Complete the questionnaire in the order it appears.
Do not spend too long thinking about each item; your first response is
probably the best one. If there is anything you do not understand, please ask
for help.
Centre
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Respondent
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Agree

Strongly agree

1 means you strongly disagree, 2 means you disagree, 3 means you

have no opinion, 4 means you agree, 5 means you strongly agree

No opinion

Drawing on your current experience of receiving Clinical

Supervision, indicate your level of agreement with the following 26
statements by ticking the box which best represents your answer.

Disagree

Strongly disagree

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1. Other work pressures interfere with CS sessions

2. It is difficult to find the time for CS sessions

3. CS sessions are not necessary/don't solve anything

5. Fitting CS sessions in can lead to more pressure at work

6. I find CS sessions time consuming

7. My supervisor gives me support and encouragement

8. CS sessions are intrusive

9. CS gives me time to 'reflect'

10. Work problems can be tackled constructively during CS sessions

11. CS sessions facilitate reflective practice

12. My supervisor offers an 'unbiased' opinion

4. Time spent on CS takes me away from my real work in the clinical

area

13. I can discuss sensitive issues encountered during my clinical

casework with my supervisor

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Agree

Strongly agree

1 means you strongly disagree, 2 means you disagree, 3 means you

have no opinion, 4 means you agree, 5 means you strongly agree

No opinion

Drawing on your current experience of receiving Clinical

Supervision, indicate your level of agreement with the following 26
statements by ticking the box which best represents your answer.

Disagree

Strongly disagree

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14. My CS sessions are an important part of my work routine

15. I learn from my supervisors experiences

16. It is important to make time for CS sessions

17. My supervisor provides me with valuable advice

18. My supervisor is very open with me

19. Sessions with my supervisor widen my clinical knowledge base

20. CS is unnecessary for experienced/established staff

21. My supervisor acts in a superior manner during our sessions

22. Clinical supervision makes me a better practitioner

23. CS sessions motivate staff

24. I can widen my skill base during my CS sessions

25. My supervisor offers me guidance with patient/client care

26. I think receiving clinical supervision improves the quality of care I

give

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Demographic/personal details
[Please answer the following questions by ticking the appropriate box, or entering a figure]
ABOUT YOURSELF
Sex
Staff grade

RN

Female

Male

CNS

Age in years

NUM

CNC

Management

Other [please specify]................................................................................

Both
Speciality
Children
Mental Health Other.......................
Time in your
present post
1-2 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
Less than 1 year
Do you act as a Supervisor for others?
No
Yes
Work base

Adult
Hospital

Community

ABOUT YOUR SUPERVISOR

Sex
Staff grade

RN

CNS

Approximate age in years

Female

Male

NUM

CNC

Management

Other [specify].......................................................................................
Was your
Supervisor

Allocated to you

Chosen by you

Other.....................................................

ABOUT YOUR CLINICAL SUPERVISION SESSIONS

How often are your

Every 2 weeks Monthly 2-3 months
>3 months
Weekly
sessions
Where do your sessions take place Within the workplace
Away from the workplace Both
Other.................................................
Are your CS sessions
Triad
Group
One to one
How long have you been receiving CS

How long are your CS

sessions

<15 mins

Years

15-30 mins

Months

31-45 mins

46-60 mins

>60 mins

Please check all the pages in this questionnaire, to ensure that you have answered every question.
Thank you for your participation
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