Maintain and Support Relationships with children and Young People Outcome1: Be able to communicate with children and young people. Assessment Criteria The learner can: Communicate with children and young people in a way that is appropriate to the individual, using both conventional language and body language. There are two ways of communicating with children and young people , conventional and body languages , communication may be formal (adult-led activity) or informal (playtime or social situations). In order to communicate appropriately with any child or young people I need to show that I understand them. Using my body language; eye contact to make sure that I am at their level, try not to invade their space, avoid communication barrier, and ensure that children with communication issues can see my face.
A relationship in which a child or young person completely trusts and respects you and feels comfortable in your company, allows you to be able to offer the child or young person a supportive, caring environment in which they can learn and develop. Listening to them is one of the most important ways in which to establish a respectful and professional relationship with a child or young person. By you listening, without interrupting them, shows them that you value what they are saying and that their opinions are important. You should show them that you are interested in what they have to say and should also take an interest in the child or young person themselves. Take an interest in their likes and dislikes, and ask them about their hobbies etc, to show you are interested.
Also that their needs are taken into consideration. • Showing respect- They need our respect so children and young people can extend these skills. For example saying please and thank you and also speaking to children and young people in a calm and warm way. • Valuing and respecting individuality-Children and young people have different strengths, talents and ways of handling/responding to situations. Valuing and
The child will respond well to this and they are likely to repeat the action to gain the praise from a staff member. Another policy at this setting is to model good behavior by treating children and adults around us with respect. This means that staff will be treating children with respect by talking to them nicely, not shouting at children, not humiliating children, etc. as well at treating staff members with the same level of respect, not shouting across the classroom, talking nicely to one another, etc. the result of this will be that other children will see this and will copy the staff members being respectful and, in turn, will respect their classmates, teachers and anyone outside of nursery.
Always lead by example from an early age and then children will continue to have good hygiene throughout their lives. 2) Being polite. Use manners all the time, encouraging children and young people politely to do the same when they might forget. Sometimes it may be necessary to over exaggerate with young children to encourage them to copy you. 3) Communication.
TDA 2.3 Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults. Task 1 - Children and young people 1.1 Describe how to establish respectful, professional relationships with children and young people. It is essential to establish respectful and professional relationship with children and young people, as a teaching assistant. In any relationship between a child and an adult there should be trust, a relationship were the child trusts the teaching assistant [TA] and feels comfortable in their company, allows the TA to provide a supportive and calming environment in which the child can learn and develop. Be approachable and remain calm at all times.
Policies should be written with the child's emotional well-being at the centre. It is very important to work closely with parents/carers encouraging them to stay and to support their children and ensure that children and their families feel comfortable about being part of the school. The staff should help children to find their way around the nursery, introduce them to different areas indoors and outdoors as well as get children know and make sure they understand daily routine e.g. snack procedures, using toilets, story time, tidy up time, home time. The staff should be aware of the children’s needs, interests, what they like to play with, and provide activities which reflect their needs and interests and support children through group times.
It is important effective communication with adult to be able to build a relationship of trust and understanding. Parents and adult are likely to give beneficial of supporting if the communications is strong and effective and this can be beneficial for the children. Build and establish relationships ,prevent problem,misunderstand ,stay motivate,establish mutual respect are some example. Aim children to learn,have fun ,play and engage. Children will lear and develop when ether is a friendly environment with people they trust.
Being able to talk to communicate any issues or problems is effective. Being able to talk things through and just listen can show that you have mutual respect for that individual, this may also encourage them to open up to you more. (This is a good basis to build a trusting relationship with someone, it shows that you have a genuine interest in them and their lives and it builds their self esteem. (However it is also very important you respect the privacy of that individual. If you have a good communicative relationship then this can assist the individual with their learning, it will make it easier for you to negotiate when disagreements may occur.
Love, praise and encouragement are essential elements in helping a child develop a positive self-esteem. * Be positive and affirming of the child/young person in all situations. * Believe in the child/young person and show it - let them know they are a worthwhile, lovable individual. * Give praise and positive feedback – children and young people measure their worth and achievements by what other people think of them. For example, you might say "Well done, that was hard, and you managed it".