Handling bullying by peers in the workplace
Bullying doesn’t just happen on the playground. Even teachers experience bullying by other staff members and it’s not as uncommon as you may think.
We spoke to Grant Saptoe, a specialist on the subject of bullying in the workplace. Grant gives his expert opinion on how to deal with workplace bullying and what teachers and schools can do from a legal perspective.
What is workplace bullying?
Criticism meant to intimidate, humiliate, or single someone out without reason is considered bullying.
Noteworthy, objective and constructive criticism is not always bullying. For example, if disciplinary action in accordance with the Codes of Good Practice is taken for misconduct directly related to workplace behaviour or job performance, it is not considered bullying.