Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment One

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1 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment One Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 1 - Child and young person development Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Describe the expected pattern of children and young people s development from birth to 19 years to include; a. Physical development b. Communication and intellectual development c. Social and emotional behavioural development Describe with examples how different aspects of development can affect one another Describe with examples the kinds of influences that affect children and young peoples development including a. Background b. Health c. environment Describe with examples the importance of recognising and responding to concerns about children and young people s development Identify the transitions experienced by most children and young people. Identify the transitions that only some children and young people may experience e.g. bereavement Describe with examples how transitions may affect children and young people s behaviour and development PTO

2 WORK PLACE EVIDENCE There are no workplace evidence requirements for this unit

3 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Two Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 2 - Support learning activities Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Task 8 Describe how a learning support practitioner may contribute to the planning, delivery and review of learning activities Identify your own strengths and weaknesses in relation to supporting learning How might these impact on the support that can be provided Give three examples of how you could engage and motivate learners Give three examples of the type of problem that may occur when supporting learning activities and how you would deal with these problems Explain why it is important to evaluate learning activities How can your own knowledge, understanding and skills in literacy, numeracy and ICT impact on practice What opportunities are available to improve your knowledge, understanding and skills in literacy, numeracy and ICT PTO

4 WORK PLACE EVIDENCE WPE 9 Use own knowledge of the learners and curriculum to contribute to the teacher s planning WPE 10 Identify and obtain the information required to support learning activities WPE 11 Identify and agree with the teacher the opportunities for using information and communication technology to support learning WPE 12 Select and prepare the resources required for planned learning activities WPE 13 Adapt resources as directed by the teacher to meet the needs of learners WPE14 Ensure the learning environment meets relevant health, safety, security and access requirements WPE15 Use a range of learning support strategies to meet the needs of learners WPE 16 Demonstrate ways of supporting learners to develop: a) literacy skills b) numeracy skills c) ICT skills WPE 17 Apply skills and techniques for monitoring learners responses to learning activities WPE 18 Assess how well learners are participating in activities and the progress they are making WPE 19 Record observations and assessments of learner participation and progress in the required format WPE 20 Provide constructive feedback on learning activities in discussion with the teacher WPE 21 Identify any difficulties encountered in supporting the learning activities WPE 22 Provide the teacher with feedback on learners participation and progress

5 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Three Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 3 - Safeguarding the welfare of children and young people Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Task 8 Task 9 Identify the current legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding the welfare of children and young people including e-safety Describe the roles of different agencies involved in safeguarding the welfare of children and young people Identify the signs and symptoms of common childhood illnesses Describe the actions to take when children and young people are ill or injured Identify circumstances when children and young people might require urgent medical attention. Describe the actions to take in response to emergency situations including; a. Fires b. Security incidents c. Missing children or young people Identify the characteristics of different types of abuse Describe the risks and possible consequences for children and young people using the internet, mobile phones and other technologies Describe what action you would take in response to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused, harmed or bullied, or maybe at risk of harm, abuse or bullying

6 Task 10 Task 11 Describe what action you would take in response to concerns that a colleague may be: a) Failing to comply with safeguarding procedures b) Harming, abusing or bullying a child or young person Describe the principles and boundaries of confidentiality and when to share information WORK PLACE EVIDENCE There are no workplace evidence requirements for this unit

7 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Four Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 4 - Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults. Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Task 8 Task 9 Task 10 Describe how to establish respectful, professional relationships with children and young people Describe with examples how to behave appropriately for a child or young person s stage of development Describe how to deal with disagreements between children and young people Describe how own behaviour could; a. Promote effective interactions with children and young people b. Impact negatively on interactions with children and young people Describe how to establish respectful professional relationships with adults Describe the importance of adult relationships as role models for children and young people Describe how communication with children and young people differs across different age ranges and stages of development Describe the main differences between communicating with adults and communicating with children and young people Identify examples of communication difficulties that may exist Describe how to adapt communication to meet different communication needs give examples

8 Task 11 Task 12 Task 13 Task 14 Describe how to deal with disagreements between; a. The practitioner and children and young people b. The practitioner and other adults What procedures do you need to follow to ensure confidentiality, data protection and disclosure of information Why is it important to be able to reassure individuals regarding confidentiality and sharing information Under what circumstances can confidentiality protocols be breached WORK PLACE EVIDENCE There are no workplace evidence requirements for this unit

9 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Five Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 5 - Equality, diversity and inclusion in work with children and young people Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Task 8 Task 9 Task 10 Task 11 Identify the current legislation and codes of practice relevant to the promotion of equality and valuing of diversity Describe the importance of supporting the rights of all children and young people to participation and equality of access Describe the importance and benefits of valuing and promoting cultural diversity in work with children and young people Describe ways in which children and young people can experience prejudice and discrimination Describe the impact of prejudice and discrimination on children and young people Assess how your own attitudes, values and behaviour could impact on work with children and young people Why is it important to promote anti-discriminatory practice in work with children and young people Describe how you would challenge discrimination Describe what is meant by inclusion and inclusive practices Describe features of an inclusive setting for children and young people Describe how inclusion works in your own sector of the children s workforce PTO

10 WORK PLACE EVIDENCE There are no workplace evidence requirements for this unit

11 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Six Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 6 - Help improve own and team practice in schools Task 1 Evaluate all aspects of your practice Task 2 What possible development opportunities are relevant to your own development Task 3 Why is continuing professional development important Task 4 Work with an appropriate person (supervisor/teacher etc) to : a) Identify own strengths, and areas where practice could improve b) Plan ways in which practice could improve c) Identify goals and targets Task 5 Give an example of recent continuing professional development that you have been involved in, that is relevant to your own goals and targets Task 6 Write a paragraph reviewing your own personal development Task 7 Identify new areas of skill and knowledge that would achieve new goals and targets Task 8 Why is team work in schools important

12 Task 9 What is the purpose and objectives of the team you work in Task 10 What are you own roles and responsibilities and briefly those of others you work closely with Task 11 Why is it important to respect the skills and expertise of other practitioners Task 12 How would you respond to differences of opinion and conflict constructively WORK PLACE EVIDENCE In addition to answering the above tasks you also need to provide evidence of learning in the workplace in the format described in the course introduction. The assessment criteria for which work place evidence is required are listed below: WPE 13 Take note of children and young people s responses to own practice WPE 14 Ask for constructive feedback on own practice from colleagues WPE 15 Take note of responses to own practice from others WPE 16 Support the purpose and objectives of the team WPE 17 Carry out own role and responsibilities within the team WPE 18 Communicate clearly with team members and others, making sure they have the information they need WPE 19 Interact with others in a way that supports good team work WPE 20 Identify and suggest ways in which the team could improve its work, challenging existing practice where necessary WPE 21 Seek advice and support from relevant people when needed

13 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Seven Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 7 - Maintain and support relationships with children and young people Tasks There are no tasks for this unit just Work Place Evidence WORK PLACE EVIDENCE In addition to answering the above tasks you also need to provide evidence of learning in the workplace in the format described in the course introduction. The assessment criteria for which work place evidence is required are listed below: WPE 1 Communicate with children and young people in a way that is appropriate to the individual, using both conventional language and body language WPE 2 Actively listen to children and young people and value what they say, experience and feel WPE 3 Check that children and young people understand what is communicated WPE 4 Demonstrate how to establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with children and young people WPE 5 Give attention to individual children and young people in a way that is fair to them and the group as a whole WPE 6 Demonstrate supportive and realistic responses to children and young people s questions, ideas, suggestions and concerns WPE 7 Provide children and young people with reasons for actions when appropriate WPE 8 Encourage children and young people to make choices for themselves WPE 9 Support children and young people to communicate effectively with others

14 WPE 10 Encourage children and young people to understand other people s individuality, diversity and differences WPE 11 Help children and young people to understand and respect other people s feelings and points of view WPE 12 Support children and young people to develop group agreements about the way they interact with others WPE 13 Demonstrate ways of encouraging and supporting children and young people to deal with conflict for themselves

15 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Eight Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 8 - Support children and young people s health and safety Task 1 Describe how current health and safety legislation, policies and procedures are implemented in the setting Task 2 Describe how health and safety is monitored and maintained in the setting Task 3 Describe how people in the setting are made aware of risks and hazards and encouraged to work safely Task 4 Why is it important to take a balanced approach to risk management Task 5 Identify the lines of responsibility and reporting for health and safety in the setting Task 6 Give 5 examples of possible emergency situations that may arise when working with children and young people PTO

16 WORK PLACE EVIDENCE In addition to answering the above tasks you also need to provide evidence of learning in the workplace in the format described in the course introduction. The assessment criteria for which work place evidence is required are listed below: WPE 7 Demonstrate how to identify potential hazards to the health, safety and security of children and young people WPE 8 Demonstrate how to deal with hazards to minimise risks to the health, safety and security of children and young people WPE 9 Demonstrate ways of supporting children and young people to take responsibility for their own health, safety and security WPE 10 Outline the importance of taking a balanced approach to risk management WPE 11 Demonstrate ways of supporting children and young people to assess and manage risk for themselves WPE 12 Recognise and respond to emergency situations WPE 13 Follow the setting s procedures for dealing with emergency situations WPE 14 Give reassurance and comfort to those involved in the emergency WPE 15 Give other people providing assistance clear information about what has happened WPE 16 Follow the procedures of the setting for reporting and recording accidents and emergencies

17 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Nine Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 9 - Support children and young people s positive behaviour Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Describe what the relevant policies are in relation to promoting children and young person s behaviour Why is it important that all staff deal consistently and fairly when applying boundaries and rules for children and young people What are the benefits of encouraging and rewarding positive behaviour Describe the skills you could use to support and encourage children and young people s positive behaviour Explain what is meant by inappropriate behaviour Give three examples of inappropriate behaviour that would need to be referred to others and explain who it should be referred to PTO

18 WORK PLACE EVIDENCE In addition to answering the above tasks you also need to provide evidence of learning in the workplace in the format described in the course introduction. The assessment criteria for which work place evidence is required are listed below: WPE 7 Apply skills and techniques for supporting and encouraging children and young people s positive behaviour WPE 8 Demonstrate realistic, consistent and supportive responses to children and young people s behaviour WPE 9 Provide an effective role model for the standards of behaviour expected of children, young people and adults within the setting WPE 10 Select and apply agreed strategies for dealing with inappropriate behaviour

19 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Ten Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 10 - Schools as organisations Task 1 Task 2 Task 3 Task 4 Task 5 Task 6 Task 7 Task 8 Task 9 Identify the main types of state and independent schools Describe the characteristics of the different types of schools in relation to educational stage(s) and school governance Describe the roles and responsibilities of: a. school governors b. senior management team c. other statutory roles e.g. SENCO d. teachers e. support staff roles Describe the roles of external professionals who may work with a school e.g. educational psychologist Define the meaning of a. Aims b. Values Describe with examples how schools may demonstrate and uphold their aims Describe with examples how schools may demonstrate and uphold their values What laws and codes of practice affect working in schools How do these laws and codes of practice promote pupil wellbeing and achievement

20 Task 10 Task 11 Task 12 Task 13 Task 14 Why do schools have policies and procedures What policies and procedures may a school have that relate to: a. staff b. Pupil welfare c. Teaching and learning What roles and responsibilities do national and local government have for education policy and practice What is the role of a school in national policy relating to children, young people and families What is the role of other organisations who work with children and young people and how do these impact on the work of schools WORK PLACE EVIDENCE There are no workplace evidence requirements for this unit

21 Supporting Teaching and Learning - Assignment Eleven Student Name Student Address Date of Submission Student Number Unit 11 Prepare & Maintain Learning Environments Task 1 Task 2 Describe the importance of health, safety and security in learning environments Why is it important to minimise waste when using learning materials Task 3 Task 4 Describe how environmental factors may effect the learning process and how they should be adjusted for different types of activity How would you report any deficiency, damage or shortfall of equipment or materials WORK PLACE EVIDENCE In addition to answering the above tasks you also need to provide evidence of learning in the workplace in the format described in the course introduction. The assessment criteria for which work place evidence is required are listed below: WPE 5 Organise learning environments to meet: a) the requirements of the planned learning activities b) the age range of learners involved c) any particular needs of the learners WPE 6 Identify potential hazards in the learning environment and take action to minimise risks WPE 7 Check that the necessary safety equipment is available and functional WPE 8 Set out learning resources so that learners are able to participate safely and effectively in the planned activities

22 WPE 9 Follow relevant manufacturers instructions and health and safety requirements when preparing learning materials WPE 10 Prepare learning materials of the quality and quantity required WPE 11 Use materials carefully to minimize waste WPE 12 Dispose of waste materials safely and with due regard to recycling opportunities and sustainable development WPE 13 Monitor and adapt the physical environment as needed to: a. maintain health, safety and security b. maintain the comfort of learners and adults c. make the best use of space available for activities d. ensure access and ease of movement for all WPE 14 Support learners to: a. select learning resources and materials relevant to their learning tasks b. use resources safely and correctly WPE 15 Demonstrate ways of supporting learners to accept responsibility for: a. the safe use and care of the environment, equipment and materials b. returning equipment and materials to the appropriate place after use WPE 16 Follow organisational procedures for reporting deficiencies, damage and shortfalls in stocks of equipment and materials