Outcome 3 3.1. My knowledge and performance follows the relevant standards such as every member of staff requires a CRB check to ensure they are meeting the standards of the CSSIW by not obtaining any criminal convictions to ensure that residents are not put at any risk. Manual handling standards have to be met by using the hoists, slings and slide sheets with residents who require this and making sure they are used correctly. Other standards that have to be
Oct 2014 CU1516 Introduction to personal development in health, social care or childrens and young peoples settings 1.1 Describe the duties and responsibilities of own role My role is to support the staff and key workers in their duties and development of the children. My role is also to directly support the learning and development of the children These duties include learning how a child develops, the ability to communicate with staff and parents, to work as a team and understanding the physical needs of children at different ages or stages of ability 1.2 Identify standards that influence the way the role is carried out The standards that influence my role are the standards within the EYFS , codes of practice and policies and procedures of my setting that are laid out in my induction pack and acts such as the Health & Safety at Work Act and the Childrens Act 2004 which are displayed on our notice boards and in our induction packs and in relevant folders 1.3 Describe ways to ensure that personal attitudes or beliefs do not obstruct the quality of work Ways to ensure that personal attitudes or beliefs do not interfere with your quality of work include keeping an open mind and not to judge an individual or an individual situation, to keep a level head and to not let your own personal circumstances or experiences interfere with your judgement or decision, to contribute and listen to other staffs or childrens ideas or opinions, to refrain from confrontation of other peoples opinions and ideas and to let people have their say and be patient. To be able to communicate with diplomacy and integrity and to add a positive input to a situation. There are also many different ways to deal with a situation. 2.1 Explain why reflecting on practice is an important way to develop knowledge, skills and practice Reflecting on your own
Expectations about own work role as expressed in relevant standards: standards relevant to own role eg national occupational standards for Children’s Care, Learning and Development eg role to support child or young person with special educational needs, expectations to meet standards eg Help to keep children safe, Promote children’s development. Support the needs of children and young people with additional requirements, Reflect on, develop and maintain your practice 2.1. Explain the importance of reflective practice in continuously improving the quality of service provided. The importance of reflective practice in continually improving the quality of service provided: aim to continually review progress to improve or change approaches, strategies, actions; benefits to children, young people, setting and individual of improved performance eg enables learning to take place and practice to improve, enables all relevant factors to be taken into account, provides clarity; identification of learning needs of individual undertaking reflection; Experiential Learning Cycle (Kolb) 2.2 demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice How to reflect on practice: regular reflection; focused; use a structured approach; appropriate way of
Explain the importance of multi-agency and integrated working. How does this create a better outcome for children, young people and their families? Multi-agency working is different services, agencies, teams of professionals and other practitioners working together to provide the services that meet the needs of children, their parents or carers. These can include health visitors, educational psychologists, colleagues from other early year settings, social workers and parents or carers. Integrated Working is when all these professionals supporting children work together effectively to put the child at the centre, meet their needs and improve their lives all under one roof.
I link my supervisee’s capabilities and attitudes with development and enhancement of knowledge, it creates a positive environment to work in, continues to develop their skills and delivery, to improve the overall quality of care of the young people through their personal development and that we strive to develop their overall performance whether it be confidence, communication skills, team working, supporting written work. Sunderland City Council believes that to maximise the contribution that staff make to the service, there must be a structure of regular supervision and appraisal. The purpose of supervision and appraisal is to monitor work done, maintain oversight of individual performance, and to identify appropriate training and support to further staff development and enhance their capabilities. Within my working environment we have regular one to one supervisions between the supervisee and their line manager. The supervision is always on an agreed date which has been arranged from the previous supervision, at a time when the supervision is unlikely to be uninterrupted, however that is not always the case within a children’s home.
Engage in Personal Development in Health, Social Care Or Children`s and Young People`s Setting. 1.Understand what is required for competence in own work role. Duties and responsibilities: To work together with a service user to provide a service that meets personal care needs, while promoting health and safety, independence and choice and respecting service users privacy and dignity. To meet the aims and objectives of the agency, in compliance with agency policies and procedures and national minimum care standards. Expectations about own work role as expressed in relevant standards(Code of Practice, Regulations, Essential standards, National Occupational Standards): to examine why and how I practice, to identify areas for improvement, to develop different ways of working, to develop new areas of learning.
I treat all service users with respect and dignity, and my work practices reflect and promote equal opportunities. I have read, and understand my Company’s policies and procedures, and am aware of what to do in most circumstances, and the correct reporting/recording procedures to follow. I always work in a professional manner, and ensure all service user information is kept up to date, and confidential.” Task Two (Unit SCH22 - Assessment Criteria 1.2) Identify standards that influence the way the role is carried out: Ans:- Understanding of following few laws and legislations is helpful to fully understand Standard practice as Care worker in Domiciliary and Residential Services: Care Standards Act 2000 Health and Safety at
The Code of Professional Practice (2008) covers the activities of all trainers. In order to adhere to the code it is important to maintain professional integrity at all times. Every learner should be treated with respect and reasonable care. The code also set out standards for professional practice, criminal offence disclosure and responsibility towards learners. Under the Equality Act (2010) all members of staff has the right to relevant and appropriate personal development.
Unit 505 – Working in partnership in health and social care or children and young people’s setting. 505.1 Understand partnership working 1.1 Identify the features of effective partnership working. It is important to work in partnership with others because all partner agencies can share information and concerns to create a holistic view about young people in my care when any need arises. Partnership working can help to keep the young people safe from harm and promote their welfare, to diagnose a special need in young people and get the help that is needed to the young person as soon as possible with the professional expertise of others. For effective partnership working I need to ensure that communication is clear and this can be formed between a number of organisations, agencies or individuals with a shared interest in the young person.
These services and activities are geared towards facilitating, enhancing and maintain the child’s developmental ability to function as a productive member of society. The commitment of a foster parent is to the child’s welfare system, the community, and the fostering profession. Statement of Core Values Mission The mission of Train up a Child Association is to provide foster parent the support needed to maintain a safe well-being and stability for the youth, children, and infants in their care. Company Vision The vision of Train up a Child Association is to provide parents with the ability to excel the welfare of the foster children and their families, maintain respect of the rights of each party, and make an acceptable effort to assure that their services are used appropriately. Responsibility of the Foster Child and their Family Foster parents acknowledge their responsibilities in providing a nurturing and safe environment, in which is conducive to the development of all foster children to his or her highest potential.