Unit: 1 - An Introduction to Working with Children
Task: Four
Criteria/Word Count: 400 and 2 quotes/references
Assignment Title: Why should we value & respect children
Discuss diversity and inclusivity
Meet individual needs/range of needs
Not stereotyping
My notes:
Assignment Title: Listening to Children’s views & opinions – why is it important?
Effect on children’s development
Effect on self-esteem
Effect on well-being
Give 1 example for each of the above to show how this can be achieved in the setting and explain why it is beneficial to the children.
My notes:
Why should we value & respect children
In a childcare setting all children should be valued and respected no matter what background the child comes from colour, sexuality, race, disability. Each member of staff within a childcare setting has a responsibility for the children’s well-being, learning and development. Each child in the setting is valued and respected by all staff this show that they respect each child as an individual.
Practitioners need to make sure when they are planning activities they must ensure that each child can participate taking into account any disability or cultural differences that may have an effect on their ability to participate. This will allow the children to explore and learn new skills in a safe and supportive setting. By valuing and respecting children positive relationships can be built up between staff, parents and children, this shows good practice in the setting. Also as a practitioner observing children and encouraging the children to take part in activities, giving them rewards and praising them for their efforts will show them that they are valued and respected individually, allowing the children to develop and to be more independent.