Discuss How You Would Deal with a Disagreement with Another Adult in the Setting

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Discuss how you would deal with a disagreement with another adult in the setting. There are various ways to manage disagreement with adults in schools. Disagreement will happen with other members of staff, parents, and other visitors. Whatever the situation always remain calm. If the discussion starts in a public place, and confidential information is likely to be discussed, move it to a private place as soon as possible. Same tact and diplomacy skills will be needed. In some circumstances it would be advisable to have another suitable person present as a witness to what is being said by both parties. An immediate supervisor would be ideal, as they could deal with any issues immediately. Before you stat any detail discussion, inform the adult that you will have to share the information with you supervisor (if they are not present). If you are in any doubt as to the other adults status, before giving information out, inform them that you will need to consult with your supervisor that you have been authorised to give out the information requested. Also assure the other adult that anything discussed will not be divulged to any person not authorised to know about it, or outside the school setting. One in a suitable place, always listen carefully to what is being said, and be prepared to ask for clarification if needed on a point in the subject matter. At no point make any personal or provocative statements, regardless what the other person has said. If the issue being discussed, is regarding a child always take care to ensure that the child is never aware of any disagreement, and if needed only communicate the agreed course of action. Consider the strategies you would use to solve the issue. When trying to resolve issues always behave in a positive manner, and be seen to behave in a positive manner. There are a number of strategies to help
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