Silkysteps early years forum - planning ideas for play

Hi Have you got the louise burnham supporting teaching and learning in schools text book. it sets out the modules and highlights the different criteria. I am finding it really easy to follow. here's the two that I have done I am currentl working on the other two.

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3.5
Although I am comfortable dealing with inappropriate behaviour I am aware that there are some situations where I would need to refer to others. I would highlight these as being the following
• If the pupil(s) are not following my instructions and I am not in control of the situation.
• A child that may be displaying unpredictable behaviour.
• If I am on my own and dealing with a difficult situation.
• Pupil is displaying behaviour that is a danger to him/ herself or others.
Those from whom I would seek help from within the school would completely depend on which situation I was in. In most situations simply another member of staff would be enough support. If a child was displaying unpredictable behaviour I would turn to the SENDCO as they would be my initial point of contact for behaviour support and would also be able to advise on behavioural strategies for use within the classroom. Also, if deemed necessary the SENDCO would contact other professionals outside the school for advice and support. I would also look to other class teachers for support particularly if it is the prior class teacher of the child as he/ she may have had previous experience with certain traits of a child’s behaviour.
If I were to have serious concerns about a child I am aware that I could speak to the deputy head teacher or head teacher or indeed someone in the senior management team.

Outside of the setting I would contact the behaviour unit which is normally run by the local authority and who could advice and support on how best to deal with particular behavioural problems. They may also come in to school to observe or work with specific children.
Educational psychologists visit schools on a regular basis to support those children and also the adults who work with them. If appropriate they may assess the child and devise specific plans to suit their needs and may also assess those who may need a statement of special educational needs.

4.1
When working in the setting and in particular when working in the same class it can become apparent that there are certain circumstances which trigger inappropriate behaviour on a regular basis. It would be extremely useful to support the child and class teacher by keeping a record of any situations that they find difficult or triggers to their behaviour. If a trigger was realised it would be important to inform other members of staff so that situation can be avoided if possible. In future circumstances it may be necessary to remove the child from the situation or by speaking with them should they show signs of becoming distressed. On the other hand, if I were supporting a child with behavioural needs I would make it a priority to discuss with them the kind of situations that they find difficult to cope with. In this way a strategy could be implemented to support them in managing their own behaviour. For further support the settings SENDCO may be asked for advice or they may decide to request support from external professionals in order to evaluate different strategies.

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