Professional code of conduct

By becoming a member of Bristol Childcare staff, I sign up to the following Code of Conduct. This applies to when I am at work in a Nursery and also when I am at training or otherwise representing Bristol Childcare:

1. I will always keep in mind the Bristol Childcare ethos and will do all I can to understand how it applies to all aspects of my work and professional relationships and development.
2. I will always have the care of each individual child as the focus of everything I do.
3. I will actively promote and support the safeguarding of children, ensuring nursery policies and procedures are always observed. I will immediately inform my nursery manager or senior management about any changes in my personal circumstances (including medical conditions, relationships or conduct outside work) that might impact on my suitability to work with children.
4. I will only use appropriate language.
5. I will dress smartly in clean, well-kept uniform.
6. I will show professional respect to parents, other carers and all members of the staff team, at work and outside work hours, including online. I will respect individuals regardless of race, gender or sexual orientation.
7. I understand that I am a member of a team and that my behaviour will impact on other members of staff. I will do all I can to be an honest and reliable member of the team and will be accountable for and take responsibility for my actions.
8. I will be flexible in my working hours where required.
9. I will show professional commitment to the children I care for and their parents, to my nursery team, to the Bristol Childcare team and to myself as a developing childcare practitioner.
10. I will attend training and read and update my knowledge to ensure I am constantly reviewing, evaluating and improving my practice. I understand I must undertake 10 hours of Continuous Personal Development a year as per Policy 40 of the Staff Handbook. I will conduct myself professionally when at training and will show respect to the trainer and other delegates.
11. I will be aware of the importance of confidentiality and act appropriately.
12. Through my behaviour, attitude and level of care, I will be a strong role model to the children I care for.