The SSTA continues to hear from members that disruptive behaviour by young people is a growing barrier to effective learning and teaching. Such behaviour not only impacts learners’ attainment but also increases stress and anxiety for teachers. The SSTA has consistently pressed the Scottish Government for a unified approach to supporting teachers in meeting the needs of young people in our schools, and we welcome the introduction of the Relationships and Behaviour Action Plan (see below).
We now wish to hear from members whether the Action Plan has made a difference in managing challenging behaviour in schools. The SSTA previously conducted a pupil behaviour survey in 2023, and this follow-up survey will inform our discussions with the Scottish Government and contribute to the further development of the Action Plan.
Email invitations to take part in the survey were sent to members on Wednesday 20 August at approx. 12.45pm
The Scottish Government published the Relationships and Behaviour Action Plan in August 2024. The 3-year action plan was developed by the Scottish Advisory Group on Relationships and Behaviour in Schools (SAGRABIS) Improving relationships and behaviour in schools: ensuring safe and consistent environments for all Joint action plan 2024 – 2027
As part of the action plan the following documents have been published.
- Gender based violence
- Guidance on Mobile Phones in Scotland’s Schools
- ‘Respect for All’ – Anti-Bullying
- Restraint and seclusion
As part of the next stage of the action plan on the 17 June the Government published Fostering a Positive, Inclusive and Safe School Environment guidance (the ‘consequences’ guidance) and the Violent, Aggressive and Dangerous Behaviour Risk Assessment guidance.