Expressing thoughts and ideas – in order to encourage children and young adults to talk about what they learned and what they think, or encourage them to express themselves imaginatively, communication skills are also needed. Effective communication is also needed when giving and receiving support. Very often children and young adults need reassurance and comforting, and it is very important how professionals use their communication skills to build child’s self- confidence. It is also important to reward child’s or young persons efforts by giving them time and
Explain why effective communication is important in developing positive relationships with: Children Young people Adults Effective communication is fundamental in building positive relationships with all children, young people and adults. Children and young people acquire their communication skills by observing how adults interact with each other which will influence how they communicate and behave. Therefore, it is important for the Teaching Assistant, and other carers involved, to act as positive role models. Children and young people need to feel comfortable within their surroundings enabling them to separate more easily from their parents/carers. As they become more emotionally secure they are likely to become more actively involved with play or learning activities.
TDA 3.1: Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults 1. Understand the principles of developing positive relationships with children, young people and adults. 1.1. Effective communication is important both within and outside of a work setting. It is important that we communicate information to one another through positive relationships.
This in turn will show respect and will set a good example to the child or young person as this will portrait how you’d expect them to speak to others. All children need to be given the opportunity to speak and also need to be spoken to in an appropriate manner. Be aware at all times what is important and show this in an active way. 1.2 Describe with examples how to behave appropriately for a child or young person’s stage of development. Depending on the age of the child will reflect how you deal and behave with a child of young adult.
TDA31 Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults | | TDA31-1.1 Explain why effective communication is important in developing positive relationships with children, young people and adults. | | To have a positive relationship with children, young people and adults you will need to show them effective communication skills with you and other peers. How you approach people and how you respond to them should all come into account. You should always try to make children feel comfortable in your presence and try to put them at ease. To develop a positive relationship with a child can often take some time.
This is important in children to build their creativity and language skills by learning how to get their ideas across to others. In the work setting it is also very important to share ideas and thoughts, perhaps about a new activity or a way to tackle a challenging child. Good communication is essential in order in work effectively with small children and parents. Without communication it would be impossible to meet the needs of not only the children we would be caring for but also the parents who put their trust in you to take care of their most precious gift of all. Having good communication skills helps us to build strong relationships with not only the children we would be caring for but also the parents and colleagues.
Unit 1 2.1 To communicate effectively with children and young people you need to be aware of their level of development and have an understanding of their cognitive and language abilities. You should always consider how to approach children and young people and how you want them to respond to you. By approaching with in a positive manner you will help a child/young person to feel more confident and comfortable in building a positive relationship with you. Always remember the importance of trust. When communicating with children and young people, facial gestures and body language and eye contact are extremely important.
The person communicating has send the right message, but also needs to make sure that it is being correctly received and understood by the other person or people.To communicate effectively you will need to: * Be very clear about what you are trying to say * Ensure that the person you are talking to understands what you are saying to them * Try to consider the other child s or adults points of view * Have a rapport with the child or adult you are communicating withCommunicating effectively is not always easy. I should always feel that I can seek support if I need Advice to help me communicate. The benefits of effective communication are these. Your relationship with the children. Your relationship with colleagues.
Effective communication can benefit your working role especially relationships between you and the children in your care or key children you or your colleagues and between you and parents. When communicating with children you need to be at their level and having eye contact is important. Its good to take time and allow time for the child to absorb what's said and maybe relay back to you what you have said, use open-ended questions to understand the point that being made, be open-minded and try to understand their point of view, use age-appropriate language maybe alongside pictorial communication or these can be used alone , be consistent and use positive body language, when talking ensure your showing respect for where you talk and the way you talk. When communicating with parents its so important that they feel you understand, listen, care about what they are saying and that they feel you value their child's development to ensure this you should have a range of effective communication methods like telephone,email,face to face and home communication books.
The person communicating has to make sure they are giving the right message, but also needs to make sure that it is being correctly received and understood by the other person or people. Being able to communicate with all individuals in the preschool setting helps to build a good foundation and understanding between us. Giving information in a clear manner that is understood by the recipient to ensure that it is received in the right way also taking the time to listen to other people’s points of view and concerns. When communicating with children this means talking to them at their level giving good eye contact and reassuring