However, we can aim to offer each unique child equality of opportunity suited to their individual needs and requirements. We as staff need to understand the needs and requirements of each individual child. For each child to have equal opportunities, settings they learn and play in must ensure that they and their families are fully included in the setting, taking into account the diversity of the children and families who come to the setting. Inclusion is the process of making this happens. Working towards inclusion involves striving to remove barriers to children and their families.
If we go and show bad attitude and show that we are negative to certain people around them. Then we could make children to be the same way, which is not a good example to them as young children don’t know the differences between right and wrong. As a teaching assistant it is my duty and responsibility to respect the children with there needs and accept them for who they are. The way I can do this is if I think about my own beliefs and opinions so I can learn not to judge others on the basis of their race, gender or religion etc. In my line
Children have rights , thoughts and opinions and they are valued. Procedures for schools to follow to ensure inclusion and this links into Special Education Needs and the disability act. Codes of practice gives guidance on how to ensure people of different races and treated equally. Protects children against discrimination focus on inclusion and protects children against discrimination. Gives guidance and support to school staff and ensure high quality service and the best practice possible.
See appendix 1.They need to provide equal opportunity for all children and their families. See appendix 1. If children or their families speak a different language or are of a different religion, race or have disabilities it is the practitioners place to put support in place to
Assessment criteria 1.2 • Explain why it is important for all staff to be consistent and fair when applying boundaries and rules for children and young people and outline the implications that inconsistent application of rules may have. • Give examples of applying these rules and boundaries in accordance with the policies and procedures. It is important for staff to be consistent and fair when applying boundaries and rules for children and young people because it will enable then to understand what acceptable and unacceptable behaviour is. Children and young people need to understand the consequences of not acting within those boundaries. It is important that the boundaries are appropriate for the age and stage of their development.
Task 1 When planning activities and environments you need to think about a range of factors so that the children can explore and develop whilst remaining safe. It is important to remember that every child is an individual; different ages, abilities, genders, religions etc. Therefore, when planning , these must be taken into account so that everyone can participate and feel equal. Part of being safe is being free from hurt, including emotionally as well as physically. This means that safe activities should promote equality and diversity.
Unit 001 1 Explain the roles and responsibilities of a teacher in relation to: a) Promoting equality and diversity in teaching b) Lifelong learning c) Identifying and meeting the needs of the learners d) Maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment e) Ways to promote appropriate behaviour and respect for others 1a) It is a teacher’s role and responsibility to promote equality and diversity. “Equality is about the rights of learners to attend and participate regardless of their gender, race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation or age”. (Gravells 5th edition 2012) Equality is making sure that every student is treated in the same way and their needs are met in a way that supports their chosen learning experience. All students are entitled to be educated according their needs, regardless of any differences they may have. As a teacher it is your role to provide any resources needed including specialist equipment for activities and to use the correct teaching styles that will enable the learner access to their learning experience.
The basic way of treating someone with respect is to ensure that their interest and welfare is at the forefront of all dealings and interactions with them. I have had a chance of working with children and young people with their families as a trainee teacher. I ensured that I understood what children wanted by asking their opinions and also giving them choices whenever possible. In communicating with the children and their families, I ensured I used their preferred names and gave them opportunities to raise issues of concern and ask questions. I gave the families a chance to give input on the child’s development plans and how well they felt the child’s welfare could be improved.
Socially could lead to more emotional harm, physical harm and intellectual harm. Our setting is committed to anti-discriminatory practice to promote equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all children and families. We aim to provide a secure and accessible environment in which all our children can flourish and in which all contributions are considered and valued. To include and value the contribution of all families to our understanding of equality and diversity. Provide positive non-stereotyping information about gender roles and diverse family structures, diverse ethnic and cultural groups and disabled people.
ECM is important as it protects children from discrimination and harm. The CASHE Statement of Values insures that all CASHE students act in a responsible manner towards the children and parents and insures that the child is always put first. The statement supports children as it has a list of criteria that all CASHE students must follow in order to maintain confidentiality and protect children in their care. This relates to my placement as is provides my supervisors with guidelines that they can make sure I follow. The statement is important because it protects children form mistreatment from CASHE students.