The staff Code of Practice for Albion North Primary School, in accordance with DE&T guidelines, provides a framework for teaching and non-teaching staff to perform their duties effectively.

CODE FOR TEACHERS AND NON-TEACHING STAFF

Values & Behaviours

Each individual is treated with RESPECT and TRUST

• Everyone at all times acts in a professional and ethical manner
• The working environment is supportive and tolerant
• The strengths and skills of others are valued and appreciated
• Everyone is treated equitably, justly and courteously
• Be considerate, accept and show understanding of others and appreciate that everyone is different and has individual strengths and weaknesses

There is COOPERATION and TEAMWORK

• Everyone works cooperatively as part of a team
• Ideas, workload and resources are shared
• Decisions are reached by consensus
• Everyone participates in and contributes ideas to discussion and planning
• Acknowledgment is made of achievements and initiative

There are HIGH REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS by staff for students at the school

• There is a belief that all students have the capacity to learn
• There is a deep understanding by teachers of the strengths, learning styles and capabilities of all students
• Students are involved in challenging and creative learning activities
• Provide feedback to students and report to parents in a clear, meaningful and accurate manner

There is PRIDE and INTEGRITY

• Recognise and congratulate achievement
• Speak positively about students, teachers and the whole community
• Value the work of yourself and others
• Be reliable and honour commitments
• Demonstrate loyalty
• Take an active role in the school community
• Present a positive role model
• Promote and encourage self-esteem in students
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for the whole school community