Code of Professionalism and Conduct

The Code of Professionalism and Conduct pdf sets out the key principles and values for registered teachers in Scotland.

Within GTC Scotland's wider framework of standards, this Code and commentary states not only to the profession but also to members of the public, the standard of conduct and competence expected of registered teachers.

The Code does not set out to address every possible circumstance in which teachers might find themselves.  It is however, intended that teachers are mindful of the Code in relation to the judgements which they will be called upon to make in situations which may occur both within and outwith the classroom.

Although the behaviours described in this Code will be unthinkable to the vast majority of registered teachers and members of the public, GTC Scotland has a duty to identify them so that the boundaries of professional behaviour and conduct are clear.