people workforce Diploma Level 3 by Emma Staynings Unit 45 1.1 Human Rights Act. Human rights act come into force in Britain in October 2000. This act is vital in protecting the fundamental freedoms of everyone in our society. As childminders we develop policies and procedures‚ we make sure fresh water is supplied and that we have a safe home environment‚ supplying healthy food and be a good role model for the children in our care. These rights are in place to protect both Parents
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back to work and parents can take advantage of these. The childminder can offer a small intimate setting for a child which has the benefit of being similar to the care they receive at home. This will help the children settle in and make the parents feel confident in their choice. The parents can be involved in their Childs development as childminders work closely with them to deliver the best care possible for their child. The childminder will present a positive role model for the parents and children
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training. The local authority can be contacted directly. Childminding team Direct line 0161-219-2726 Email address; childmindg@manchester.gov.uk Website; www.manchester.gov.uk/childminding Local childminder drop in meetings Going to these meetings will give you the opportunity to meet other childminders in your area. This will give you some support and you can ask for advice on any childminding issues you may have. Local childminding drop in meetings will also give you the opportunity to get information
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legislation for home based childcares 2) The role of regulatory bodies As your child’s childminder I would like to inform you of some very important information detailing up to date legislation and information on the relevant regulating bodies for home based child carers. This is to ensure your child get the very best possible care when in my setting. 1. CURRENT LEGISLATION RELEVANT FOR CHILDMINDERS The Children act of 2004 Arose from the green paper “Every Child Matters” and identifies
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possible in order the child to understand and learn. 3. Code of Practise for First Aid (1997) – This is also an important law as it makes sure that all persons wanting to be a registered childminder have the basic knowledge of First Aid before becoming registered. It is important that all childminders have knowledge and experience to know what to do in all situations no matter how big or small e.g. if a child falls and cuts their knee or if they fall and bag their head. 4. Reporting of injuries
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Outline the current legislation covering home based childcare‚ and the role of regulatory bodies. Current legislation: Every Child Matters This was the name of the green paper produced in response to the Laming inquiry into the death of Victoria Climbié in 2000. It went on to form the basis of the 2004 Children’s Act. The paper lists five outcomes which were identified in consultation with children and young people: Being healthy: enjoying good physical and mental health and living
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needs are met and they have formed positive relationships with the adults caring for them. The safeguarding and welfare requirements set out in the eyfs are designed to help you to create environments that are welcoming‚ safe and stimulating. All childminders need to have •health and safety policies and procedures including hygiene •Child protection policies and procedures •Inclusion‚ equality and diversity policy •Accident illness and emergency policy and procedures All aspects of the home
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Childminding: Regulation & Legislation – A Parents Guide What is a Childminder? The legal definition of a childminder is a person who works with children for more than 2 hours a day‚ in their own homes for reward. Regulatory Body Childminders must be registered with their countries regulatory body. The regulatory body for Wales is the Care & Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW). Their job is to regulate a wide range of social care services‚ checking that services provided are safe
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Home based Childcare has many benefits not only for the Children being cared for but also for their families and also for the Childminder themselves‚ I feel that this is particularly important for under three ’s who need to have a lot of one to one attention to enable them to form close bonds with their carers. The main benefits for children are: • They are cared for in small groups and therefore all children will get a lot of personal attention. • The carer never changes like for example in
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social needs and difficulties. Local authority day nurseries and nursery schools were for children at risk of harm in urban deprived areas. Apart from this early years provision was in the private sector with childminders‚ nannies and private nurseries regulated by 1948 Nurseries and Childminders Act and the Children’s Act 1989 and the Care Standards Act 2000. From 1960’s parents set up playgroups in village halls for their own children. Families’ requirements for their children vary. Some need their
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