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5. Equality and Diversity
Code of Professionalism and Conduct
5. Equality and Diversity
In line with the general duty that it has under the Equality Act 2010, GTC Scotland promotes equality and diversity and respects and values difference. GTC Scotland wants to promote an inclusive profession that incorporates people from a range of diverse backgrounds.
Through respecting the principle of equal treatment, this will benefit both the teaching profession and learners alike.
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5.1 You should engage and work positively with learners, colleagues, parents and carers in an open, inclusive and respectful way, in line with the law and with a non-judgemental approach whatever their background, personal circumstances, cultural differences, values and beliefs.
5.2 You should help learners to understand different views, perspectives, and experiences and develop positive relationships both within the educational establishment and in the local community.
5.3 You should recognise that you are a role model and therefore should be aware of the potentially serious impact which any demonstration by you of intolerance or prejudice could have upon your standing as a teacher and your fitness to teach.