Name: Rachel Jones
Twitter name: @rlj1981
Sector: Secondary
Subject taught (if applicable): Classics and Computing
Position: Assistant Director of Studies
What is your advice about? Being a good colleague
1: Teachers are oddly attached to their mugs. Don’t be the one who takes someones special mug from the staffroom. This sounds ludicrous but is very true.
2: Hurried corridor conversations are best followed up with a quick email to confirm what you/they said you need to do. This saves confusion.
3: Don’t fan the flames of discontent in the staff room. You work in a school not revolutionary France, you can’t overthrow the regime, but you can work to change it.
4: Sometimes everyone needs a boost. Rather than ignoring those who are clearly having a bad day, makes them a cup of tea. Little gestures can really help.
5: Turn up on time for lunch duties and other obligations. Folk are relying on you, don’t let them down.
Starter for Five 
Agree on all but number 1. If you are going to insist that no one uses your mug then keep it with you at all times. Sticking it in the communal area means others will use it!!
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