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Prepare and Maintain the Learning Environment
This unit looks at some of the different areas in which you will work within the school environment. It considers how you will need to familiarise yourself with different locations within the school and be able to work safely in them. You need to know where to find equipment and learning materials for a variety of subjects as well as items in everyday use. You should also have an awareness of those members of staff responsible for maintaining stocks of materials and resources …show more content…
COSHH requirements How to dispose of waste materials safely and with due regard to recycling opportunities and sustainable development How environmental factors (temperature, light, etc.) may affect the learning process and how they should be adjusted for different activities How the environment would need to be adapted for pupils with sensory and/or physical impairments How to encourage pupils to accept responsibility for the safe use and care of …show more content…
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specific topic like the Romans, should be directed by and discussed with the teacher. You will also be expected to maintain the learning environment during and between lessons. This may include jobs such as making sure there are adequate sharp pencils or pens, or keeping stocks of paper ready for use. It is important for you to be aware of items like this, which are constantly in use and may run out quickly. When the teacher is busy or unable to speak to you between activities, always have the initiative to keep busy! The types of materials that may be needed within the learning environment include:
• written materials, e.g. books, worksheets • equipment for different curriculum areas • general classroom items, e.g. pencils, paper, scissors • specific items, e.g. artefacts for a ‘Chinese New Year’ topic • outdoor equipment for break time or PE use.
The roles and responsibilities of others within the school in respect of establishing and maintaining learning