Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. By Kimberley Morgan. The United Nations convention on the rights of the child (1989) Built on varied legal systems and cultural traditions‚ the convention is a set of non-negotiable standards and obligations. These basic standards are the minimum requirements that should be respected by all governments. They are founded on respect for the dignity and worth of each individual‚ regardless of race‚ colour‚ gender‚ language‚ religion‚ opinions
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major features and processes of a school. These include the quality of its leadership‚ classroom management‚ behaviour policy‚ curriculum‚ pastoral care‚ buildings and physical environment‚ organisation and timetable and relationships with parents.” (Elton Report‚ DES‚ 1989) The secondary education issue I have chosen to focus on for this presentation is Whole School Behaviour Policies and how such policies can influence the teaching and learning experiences in school through the use of sanctions and
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Support Children and Young People’s Health and Safety 208 Outcome 1 Know the legislative and policy framework for health and safety 1.1 Describe how current health and safety legislation; policies and procedures are implemented in the setting. Any policy or procedure‚ which defines or relates to the health and safety of all individuals in a school‚ is written in compliance with the Health and Safety at work Act 1974 as this is the legislation and by law must be abided by. Legislation Legislations
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in work with children and young people The current legislative framework protecting the equal rights of all children and young people are stated in the United Nation’s Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989). These rights are extensive‚ including the right to education and the right for children and young people to have their views respected. The Children Act 1989 sets out the duty of local authorities to provide services according to the needs of all children and young people. Every Child
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Portfolio Evidence 10 Safeguarding Describe how legislation‚ policies and procedures regarding safeguarding impact on own role in the workplace As a youth worker I have the obligation in my role to know policies and procedures that are in place for safeguarding. Taking into consideration the five outcomes identified by Every Child Matters 1. Protection from harm and neglect (to stay safe) 2. Physical and mental health and emotional well-being (to be healthy) 3. Education training
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of the policy does not only involves the Federal Government‚ but also the municipal authorities and voluntary child and youth service organisations as well. The Federal Government viewed this policy as a general responsibility of the society‚ thus it must create spaces for the youngsters to develop their personality and talents through the parental education‚ school and vocational training. This policy is actually aiming for the creation of fair and balanced opportunities for the young people. To achieve
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and care services there are numerous policies and procedures relating to health and safety that the services must have in place. The approved provider of these services must ensure that these policies are being met; otherwise there is a $1000 penalty. The compulsory policies and procedures relating to health care and safety include; 168 (a) health and safety‚ including matters relating to— (i) Nutrition‚ food and beverages‚ dietary requirements: Children within childcare settings must always
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Learning outcome 1: 1.1 Describe the expected pattern of children and young people’s development from birth to 19 years. As a teaching assistant it is important to acknowledge different aspects of child development. Babies and children may reach significant milestones at different ages‚ for example some babies will learn to crawl earlier than others‚ which are less advanced and often require nurturing. Therefore it is important to remember that development is a holistic process and that each child
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Robyn R. Hogan PSY-354 Child Psychology June 28‚ 2014 Professor Shawana Allen Family Influence on Children Family Influences and some of their characteristics have a major in influence on a child and their development. As a child begins to develop the early stages of their childhood is molded by their parent’s morals‚ values and attitudes. These characteristics are passed on to the child. This is the crucial time where the child’s self-regulation and self-concepts are beginning to form
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Post 16 options are as follows; From Summer 2013 the participation age for school leavers is being raised to age 17 the from Summer 2014 the participation age will raise again to age 18. Stay at School Young people and adults can stay in full time education at either 6th Form or College. Depending on their grades they will be able to sit GCSE’s‚ A levels or courses then if desired can move on to University. Start a Training Course They may wish to further their education
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