I believe that I am a very compassionate individual and feel that it is important to be caring and sympathetic towards those who need it. I am lucky enough to have always helped in schools where the children have come from good upbringings, but unfortunately I know that in placements or in future workplaces, there may be many children who are not so lucky, and I feel that as a professional, it will be my role to make sure all children feel valued and safe in their environment by showing some compassion and care to them.

I feel that as a professional, it is crucial to have respect for others. Respecting others’ beliefs and opinions is important in creating positive relationships and makes others feel valued in their surroundings. Building a mutual respect is something, which I believe to be very important, and enforcing this in the classroom allows children to feel safe and secure in their learning environment.

It is important to have tolerance as a professional, as there will often be times when others’ views and values differ from your own, however it is important to show respect even if you do not agree. Tolerance is something that, as teachers, we should be telling our pupils about in order for them to grow up with a respectful attitude and tolerance of others.

Fairness, of course, is essential in the classroom as all children should be treated equally. No child should feel left out or unwanted as this can seriously affect their learning and development throughout school. Being fair allows for a secure learning environment as all children will feel equal and will not think of themselves as any less than any of their peers. It is important as a teacher to have ground rules for the classroom in order so that everyone knows how to conform.

Displaying integrity is equally important as a professional, and in personal life. It is important to be honest and open with others, as this creates a respectful relationship but also allows everyone’s opinions to be heard. It is important to be professional when others have different thoughts that perhaps not everyone agrees with.