A Practical Guide to Working With Young

The first two editions of this book have been used by thousands of child-care students to ensure success in their placement. In this new edition the authors have placed renewed emphasis on equipping students to excel in the practical aspects of their course. A Practical Guide to Working with Young Children, 3rd edition now fully matches the requirements of the major child-care courses.

Introduction to the third edition

v

About the Authors

vi

Acknowledgements

vii

So you Want to Work with Young Children?

1

(6)

Training in childcare and education

Experience

Health

Qualifications

Interests

Personality

Disclosure of criminal background

Finding out

Resources

The First Placement

7

(6)

Preparing yourself

What to look for during the visit

The local environment

Settling in

Communicating with Young Children

13

(7)

Handling young children

Speech

Resources

Succeeding in Placement

20

(9)

Professionalism

Assessment in placement

Equal Opportunities

29

(15)

Why are equal opportunities important?

Gender

Racial origin

Religion

Class

Age

Sexual orientation

Disability

Anti-discriminatory practice

Resources

Course Work Carried Out in Placement

44

(9)

Why do observations?

Keeping a diary

Activities in the placement

The role of your supervisor

Resources

Health and Safety

53

(8)

Safety at work

Personal health and hygiene

Children with HIV

Stress in the placement

Resources

Partnership with Parents

61

(7)

Parents, the primary educators

Home visits

Parents in placements

Developing an understanding of various cultures

Resources

Child Protection

68

(9)

Definitions of abuse and neglect

Recognition of abuse and neglect

Following recognition of abuse and neglect

Professional behaviour

Helping children to protect themselves

Resources

Helplines

Working with Babies and Small Children

77

(6)

Local authority day-care centres

Community nurseries

Workplace nurseries and creches

Private nurseries

Obstetric units in hospitals

Resources

Working in the Family Setting

83

(6)

Qualified nannies

Registered childminders

Preparation

Fitting in

Confidentiality

What the family placement can offer you

What you can offer to the placement

Possible problems

Resources

Working with Pre-school Children

89

(11)

Nursery education

Day care

Pre-schools

The importance of play activities

Early learning curriculum

Resources

Working with School-age Children

100

(8)

The school day

The National Curriculum

The staff team

Learning through play

Resources

Working with Children with Disabilities

108

(5)

Concerns in placement

Teamwork in special schools

Special skills

Activities

Rewards

Resources

Moving into Employment

113

(10)

Finding employment

Settling in

Joining a professional association or union

Support groups

Possible problems

Career progression

Resources

Further training

Index

123

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A Practical Guide to Working With Young Children

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