Ed Support Level 1-Range 2

Location Profile

Bairnsdale West Primary School is a vibrant school community with a staff committed to meeting the needs of all students.  The school continues to provide a wide range of programs in the areas of consolidation, intervention and extension.  The staff at Bairnsdale West are committed to the school motto of 'a caring, learning, community' and the Beliefs and Values of our staff are listed below.

The following beliefs and values are based on the commitment that students will be the primary consideration in all decision making.

Respect

·         Recognising and valuing the opinions of others

·         Recognising and valuing the diverse talents and abilities of all individuals

·         Acknowledging the effort and achievements of others

·         Encouraging a positive presentation and image of the school

Honesty

·         Being truthful to ourselves and others

·         Reflecting on our own values and opinions regularly

·         Taking personal responsibility for words and actions

·         Giving and accepting honest feedback to assist development

Inclusiveness

·         Encouraging and providing opportunities for all to participate in the school community

·         Recognising and utilising everybody's abilities and contributions

·         Supporting minorities by making decisions empathetically

·         Understanding where others come from, so there is less judgement

Effective Communication

·         Communicating is the responsibility of everyone

·         Speaking to relevant people

·         Listening to direct and indirect messages

·         Strategically applying the tim…