Case Study

The staff in the setting have come together to agree and write a code of practice to work to. This will underpin relationships and practice throughout the setting. The first one is to address the issue of back biting and gossip. You all agree on the statement. “If it can’t be said to all, it shouldn’t be said at all”.

• What would be your top ten statements?

It is rare that there is just one way to respond to a scenario or situation, so do not consider that the responses you have to the above scenario will be judged as right or wrong. Share your scenario with a work colleague or friend and ask them to tell you whether 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.