Outcome 2 2.1 Picture boards, brail, sign language, finger writing, hearing aids. 2.2 my own role and practice can impact on an individual who has specific communication needs as if you do not communicate with a person in a way that they understand they may feel left out and alone, hence they may suffer from additional mental health disabilities such as depression. When you do spend time with a service user, and do include them and communicate in a way that they understand then they will feel as if they are valued Features of the environment that may help or hinder communication include: Visual Factors Lighting conditions: light should be on the talker's face Interfering objects: visual noise Distance: no further than 6 feet from the talker Talker's Face: face/mouth should not be covered head movements should be well-lit no eating, chewing, smoking moustaches
People communicate for many different reasons, such as: To give and receive information, To give and receive instructions, To express needs, To share ideas, Develop learning, Establish and maintain relationships with others, Negotiate, Discuss a situation, To make a point or outline a concern. To understand and be understood. 1.2 How effective communication affects all aspects of own work. Effective communication is important to meet the needs of the children. To ensure effective teamwork and continual care of the children we must communicate well by keeping each other informed and aware of current situations going on around us.
1.2 Explain the principles of relationship building with children, young people and adults Being a teaching assistant involves working closely with individuals and groups of children, my relationship with children must be professional. When working with groups of children I need to give individual attention to each child to ensure that all children feel welcome and valued within the school. This includes encouraging pupils to answer questions, ask questions, make suggestions and contribute ideas as appropriate to their ages, needs and abilities. Teaching assistants need to help children and young people understand the value and importance of positive relationships. We should encourage children when working in pairs, groups and as a class to listen to one another and acknowledge ideas.
Some children or young people may not have many opportunities to speak or may be anxious or nervous. The level of communication is adapted to the needs of the individual. For example, if they have a speech disorder, such as a stammer, which makes it difficult for them to speak aloud, then extra time should be allowed, for them to collect their thoughts. Also trying not to finish their sentences, or guess what they are trying to say, to give the child independence of their speech, to encourage self-esteem and confidence. When working with children or young people, it is important to earn their trust to enable an honest relationship to develop.
Letting others speak and listening to their opinions is very important, the person you are speaking to should feel comfortable during the conversation and be able to state their own opinion. Some children/young people may stutter while talking, you should listen to them carefully and make them feel comfortable when they are talking. Some children/young people may stutter while talking, you should listen to them carefully and make them feel comfortable when they are talking. Someone who is deaf will need someone to be facing them when speaking, speak slowly and clearly. They may need to use sign language if necessary but avoid using face expressions as they may think they are doing something wrong.
UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION IN HEALTH, SOCIAL CARE OR CHILDREN’S AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S SETTINGS 1.3 Explain why it is important to observe an individual’s reaction when communicating with them. It is important to observe an individual’s reaction when communicating as it informs you how they are feeling at the time. All communication has an effect on the person you are communicating with. This is a two way interaction process, it is important to observe the effects so any problems can be identified and dealt with. You will need the ability to communicate with a Service User in order to support their needs effectively.
SHC31: 1.1 People communicate for various different reasons such as building or maintaining relationships, gaining and sharing information or ideas, gaining reassurance or acknowledgment and expressing thoughts and feelings. 1.2 Communication and good relationships are essential when working in the early years. As practitioners we need to be able to effectively communicate with both the children and parents as well as other professionals. We need to be able to gain information on the child from a parent for various thing such as routines, interests, etc. this enables us to effectively plan for that particular child.
Keeping up to date with change procedures and practice by attending meetings and training. SUPPORT FOR THE PUPILS Supervise and support children ensuring their safety and access to learning. Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all children. Encourage children to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher. Establish good relationships with children, acting as good role and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs.
For visual impairment the room would have to be well lit, the person talking would have to speak clearly and loud. And for speech impairment if the person with the impairment is unable to speak they would use sign language or just simply write it down on a piece of paper. To overcome a barrier such as noise there are just a few simple strategies such as reducing the noise level. Increasing the volume of your speech or if possible moving to a quieter area within the setting. Another barrier would be first language.
For example,in my placement,my friendly and polite attitude towards reception children makes it easy for them to bring their complaints to me;if they are hurt or hit by somebody. My active listening also encourages a child to build a positive relationship with you. As a teaching assistant, I have to understand and overcome the barriers to the communication in order to maintain healthy relationships with children as well as with young people and adults. These barriers could be: an accent,hearing problems ,difficulties in understanding English language etc. In presence of any of these barriers,I have to adapt my communication methods,instead of verbal communication,I may have to Show or draw pictures Use of sign language Show videos Use of enlarged print Young people Effective communication to make positive relationship with young people is equally important to make good relationships with them.