Be able to apply principles and practices relating to confidentiality at work
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Case Study
Your work colleague tells you, in confidence, that she has cancer. The treatment involves her having time off but, as she does not want anyone in the setting to know, she takes the time off as sick days. You hear staff grumbling about your work colleague and some are even saying that she may be asked to leave because of her attendance.
- What should you do?
- Who could give you advice?
- What responsibilities do you have to the setting and your work colleagues?
It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the response you have chosen to this scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague and ask them to tell you if they think you have responded appropriately. Ask them to challenge your response if necessary. You do not need to submit this task for assessment unless asked to do so by your assessor.