Reference no: EM133793826

Question 1.1 Explain the professional role and responsibilities of an early years educator regarding knowledge, skills and behaviours

Question 1.2 Describe the professional role of the early years educator with regard to the potential of supervising other staff and leading the setting

Question 2.1 Reflect on prior learning and experience, as appropriate, to describe the role of the early
years educator in the following aspects:
• reporting and types of records expected
• whistleblowing procedures
• protecting and promoting the welfare of children in line with statutory requirements
• safeguarding in line with statutory
requirements
• confidentiality
• information sharing
• use of technology
• referring development concerns
• protecting self (for example, media and online presence)
• staff health and safety, including mental health and wellbeing support and supervision

Question 3.1 Analyse supervision as an opportunity for staff to discuss issues, concerns and plans

To be included in your answer: Supervision - identify solutions to address issues as they arise and receive coaching to improve their personal effectiveness. Effective supervision provides support, coaching and training for the educator and promotes the interests of babies and children.

Question 4.1 Explain the role of reflective practice and how evidence-based, continuous professional development can improve practice for children's academic outcomes as well as increase own career opportunities

To be included in your answer: CPD: evidence-based: own skills, practice, and subject knowledge, increase career opportunities and help children's academic outcomes, especially in areas of disadvantage (opportunity to link to sustainable development goals (SDGs) 1 and 10).

Question 4.2 Describe methods of reflective and reflexive practice and opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD), including participating in supervision for growth and improved practice

Question 4.3 Explain progression opportunities in an early year setting to include leadership and management positions

Question 6.1 Explain own role, responsibilities and expected behaviours, and the roles of colleagues in the setting and team, including the significance of being self-motivated, proactive and able to use initiative (this could be initiated through small peer group discussions in preparation for placement where it will be required to be observed)

Question 7.1 Explain how our own and others' behaviour can impact on babies and children and the importance of role modelling positive behaviours

Question 8.1 Discuss the importance of challenging practice in the best interests of babies and children

Question 8.2 Summarise steps to take when challenging the practice of colleagues

Question 10.2 Discuss how effective supervision encourages confidential discussion of sensitive issues at all stages of a career

Question 11.3 Discuss how the role of a mentor and supervision can support career goals

References:
Own Setting's Policies and Procedures
Early Years Educator for the Work-based Force - Penny Tassoni