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This book has been specifically
written for staff who work with children or young people and are working towards their SVQ or
NVQ Level 3.
The knowledge specification for each of the core
units is discussed providing the candidate with the information they need to evidence the unit. The
importance of upholding social care values such as respect, individuality, empowerment and
diversity is emphasised.
The practice examples all relate to children’s
services enabling the reader to recognise how their own practice can be used to evidence their own
competence.
The knowledge and skills requires as a member of
staff working with children and young people are fully discussed.
The skills that each worker should
employ are described enabling the reader to put into context the reasons why they are asked
to work in certain ways.
These books do just what they say on
the cover - they support candidates for particular SVQ or NVQs to support others in their
work.
There are 7 sections to the book:
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Understanding Your Role in the NVQ
Includes - introduction to NVQ's; understanding
assessment methods etc.
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Understanding the Basic Principles
Includes - values; oppression in the lives of children
and young people; stereotyping; labelling; promoting equality.
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Child Development, Identity and Power
Includes - seven dimensions of child development;
physical development; emotional and behavioural development; attachment issues;
development of identity; self esteem and confidence; family and social relationships;
empowerment.
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Effective Communication
Includes - challenges to communication; differing
needs; communicating with children and young people with specific needs; written
communication; how to record; access to records; using recording to uphold
rights.
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Health, Safety and Security
Includes - clarifying responsibilities; understanding
policies and procedures; risk assessments; minimising risks arising from emergencies;
being clear about your role.
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Reflect on and Develop Your Practice
Includes - reflective practice; applying wider learning
to practice; taking action to enhance your practice; making the most of supervision;
keeping track of your development.
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Promote Well-being and Protection
Includes - understanding rights; advocacy;
complaints; protection; boundaries and sanctions; responding to concerns;
disclosure; applying the principles.
A4 spiral bound; 182 pages
ISBN: 978-1-903575-40-6
£15
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