Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools Certificate Level 3 QCF Unit 2: Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People. Assessment Criteria 2.1.1 Outline current legislation, guidelines, policies, and procedures within own UK Home Nation affecting the safeguarding of children and young people. The main piece of legislation that covers the guidelines, policies, and procedures in relation to safeguarding of children and young people in England is The Children Act 2004. Its predecessor was The Children Act 1989 which established the principles of safeguarding children with regards to parents and those that work with children. The 2004 Act, laid down a number of legal requirements such as closer working relationships between the agencies e.g.
The Main Current Legislation, Guidelines, Policies And Procedures Within Own UK Home Nation For Safeguarding Children And Young People. United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989) This international agreement sets out the minimum standards for protecting children’s rights and refers to all children up to the age of 18 years old. The Convention defines the basic human rights of all children and specifies 13 basic rights. Each child has the right to: 1. Life 2.
Communication methods can include verbal and non-verbal communication. Use eye contact, as appropriate, touch and physical gestures, being aware at all times of your own body language. Be aware of the beliefs and values of the individual you are communication with and use the vocabulary that is suited to the individual, for example you would use different vocabulary with a young person than an elderly person. 1.2 Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of own work. Effective communication affects all aspects of work as it is a way of developing personal relationships with service users and their families so you are able to meet their needs.
Unit 025 - Activity 22 Current legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures with the UK for safeguarding children and young people Children Act 1989 – This act was brought in to reform and simplify the existing laws protecting children and young people in the UK at the time. It gave children and young people equal rights, feelings and wishes, and that their welfare is paramount. It also made clear that local authorities have a duty to provide services for children in need, their families and others. Children Act 2004 – The Children Act 2004 was brought about following an independent inquiry into the death of Victoria Climbié by Lord Laming. The Children Act 2004 does not replace but instead amends the Children Act 1989.
• Evaluate different parenting styles and their influence on development during infancy and early childhood. Include which parenting style you feel is most effective and why. • Discuss early childhood education and its influence on cognitive development. • Include at least two references. • Format your paper to APA standards.
Diversity is a visible and non-visible thing. These could include personal characteristics that are also protected under discrimination legislation. By recognising each and everyone’s individual needs we are able to have a positive and productive working environment in which everybody will feel valued. Within my workplace we have to be aware of everybody’s Individual needs not just the staffs but also the Students that we teach and look after. As every child have their own needs.
CU1533 Georgia Green 1.1 It sets out the legal requirements relating to learning and development (the early learning goals; the educational programmes; and the assessment arrangements) in Section 2 and the legal requirements relating to welfare (safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare; suitable people; suitable premises, environment and equipment; organisation; and documentation) in Section 3. The learning and development requirements are given legal force by the Early Years Foundation Stage (Learning and Development Requirements) Order 2007 made under Section 39 (1) (a) of the Childcare Act 2006. The welfare requirements are given legal force by Regulations made under Section 39 (1) (b) of the Childcare Act 2006. Together, the Order, the Regulations and the Statutory Framework document make up the legal basis of the EYFS. The requirements in this document have statutory force by virtue of Section 44 (1) of the Childcare Act 2006.
* Barriers are recognised and staff has an understanding of individuals and groups that have any difficulties so they can find the best way to help them. * When children need extra support they still get taught alongside their peers so as not to make them feel segregated. * There are clear policies that are reviewed on a regular basis and all staff will receive regular training on inclusion, diversity and equality. * All staff should be open minded and non-judgemental * All children and young people should be given the same opportunities 3.3 Describe how inclusion works in own sector of the children’s
Standard 1: Understand the principles and values essential for working with children and young people. Area of knowledge 1: Principles and values (a)Demonstrate that you care about the principles and values essential for working with children, young people, their families and their carers. As a residential care worker there are many ways in which I can demonstrate my recognition of the values and principles essential for my role. The most important one is to understand why “Every Child Matters” In my role I have already come into contact with some incredible children and young people. The resilience and strength of character I have been privileged to witness is inspirational.
Also parents and carers can trust practitioners as information is regularly communicated throughout the setting and any concerns are addressed in a professional environment that encourages open communication. Conclusion: The reasons why people communicate and what effects communication has within an early years setting is that communication is the main core of all positive relationships within the setting, without effective communication the fulfilment of your job role would not be able to be completed in a professional manner. You need to be able to communicate freely with all members of your team, your management, children, parents and other professionals to ensure the child receives the full care they are entitled to. Therefore communication plays a vital role in your day to day life and that if you don’t communicate and form positive relationships from the start this will affect your job as a child’s key person and may lead to further problems within your work