Some county’s use an audit tool to help check that they are meeting the statutory safeguarding requirements. This audit tool will identify any gaps and help you create an action plan, it will also ensure you have the following Clear policies and procedures in place It is best practice for
What are Peer to Peer observations Many early years setting use peer to peer observations as a means of continuous professional development. They are a great tool to evaluate employees performance and identify areas for improvement. Managers and practitioners take it in turns to observe each other, this can be
5 effective things to do during one to one meetings Managers should conduct one to one meetings with their employees regularly, these are to review progress and set new objectives for the future. One to one meetings are a chance for both manager and employee to communicate openly and evaluate
What are Appraisals and Supervisions Appraisal – usually completed within an annual meeting that is planned, confidential discussion between a member of staff and their line manager. The purpose of the appraisal is to focus upon the member of staff and to Review the main events of the previous year
What you should try and do everyday to become an effective leader Here are a few pointers to help you, try and do these daily 1.Turn up to your office at the same time- This may sound silly but it gives an indication to others when you are in and
Top 5 tips on conducting Supervisions / 1:1’s These sessions are designed for employees to discuss their contribution to the setting and tasks, which have been undertaken and their link to the aims and objectives of the organisation. 1) They normally take place once every six to eight weeks or
The importance of the key person The key person is a named practitioner who has responsibilities for a small group of children, they are there to help the child feel safe and secure. The role is important for both child and parent and it is an approach set out in
The Importance of the professional Early Years Practitioner in implementing the EYFS and monitoring progress of children within their setting and against the Early Learning Goals Understanding a child’s individual needs is achieved by using the observation, assessment and planning cycle from the EYFS principle. Early Years Settings use
An online course that will take you through different stages of supporting children’s speech, language and communication. This course will enhance practitioners knowledge and skills in this particular area. Identifying children with speech and language difficulties is highly important as they need to access the correct support, if this is
How can managers develop quality Through Leadership “A leader is responsible for helping and bringing practitioners together to achieve results for themselves which will also impact on results for children. What is Leadership? Leadership is about having a focus for the future of the setting and making decisions about what,