1. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator CACHE LEVEL 3 CHILDCARE & EDUCATION Unit 8 Professional Practice Portfolio 1 © Hodder & Stoughton Limited

2. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years. AC 4.1 Identify resources for children in relation to supporting personal, social and emotional development. AC 4.2 Explain the role of personal, social and emotional development in a child’s learning. AC 4.3 Reflect on strategies to promote personal, social and emotional development. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited

3. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Starter activity LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.1] Time: 15 mins Who do you turn to when you are in need of some advice and a chat? Consider: Parent/carer Sibling Friend Partner No one. How do you feel after you have confided in someone? © Hodder & Stoughton Limited

4. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Resources to support personal, social and emotional development A wide range of activities, experiences and resources will support a child’s personal, social and emotional development. Children need to be given opportunities to develop skills including: Turn-taking Sharing Independence Working with others Managing own feelings and behaviour. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.1]

5. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Group activity Time: 15 mins Describe activities or experiences which encourage children to take turns and manage their own feelings. Consider: Games Large outdoor toys Snack time Technology Special activities or experiences. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.1]

6. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator The role of physical personal, social and emotional development in children’s learning Children’s personal, social and emotional development will support them in all areas of learning. Children will begin to understand how to manage their own emotions when surrounded by practitioners who can support them through a range of feelings. A child may be cross because they haven’t managed to get the toy they want, if a practitioner supports them through this then they will learn not to let their emotions escalate. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.2]

7. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator The role of physical personal, social and emotional development in children’s learning Children need to learn to be around others and to co-operate. As children grow and develop they will learn the concepts of turn-taking and sharing, this could be a toy, a bike or an adult’s time. By being around practitioners who support them according to their age and stage of development children will learn to become more and more independent. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.2]

8. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Pairs activity Time: 15 mins Describe a situation where you have supported a child to manage their own feelings. Consider: A child who is upset by being left by their parent/carer A child who is frustrated because they want a bike in the outdoor area Two children who have hold of each other because they are cross A child who is angry because they cannot do something. How does your reaction impact on the child? © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.2]

9. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Strategies to promote personal, social and emotional development In promoting the personal, social and emotional development of children the practitioner needs to know and understand the child. The role of the key person will be essential to this. Children need to be in an environment that is calm and consistent in its approach to children. If a child feels confident and comfortable in their surroundings then this will support their personal, social and emotional development. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.3]

10. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Strategies to promote personal, social and emotional development When promoting personal, social and emotional development practitioners will: Listen – A good listener will be aware if the child is unwell or upset. They will know of children’s interests and can plan accordingly. Observe – Observations will inform the practitioner of children’s limitations, they will be able to plan for and avoid children’s frustrations. Model – A practitioner should model effective social and emotional skills. Teach – A practitioner should teach skills for managing emotions. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.3]

11. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Reflection activity Time: 15 mins Reflect on the bullet points on the previous slide. Consider all the benefits to the practitioner of each bullet point: listen, observe, model and teach. Consider all the benefits to the child of each. Identify an example from your own practice of when you have listened, observed, modelled or taught a skill which supports personal, social or emotional development of children. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.3]

12. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Strategies to promote personal, social and emotional development Practitioners will need to be aware of any change in a child’s life as this can affect their ability to deal with their feeling and emotions. If a child is going through a transition then they may need extra support with their personal, social and emotional skills. If a child is unwell they may become easily upset. If a child is worried or concerned about something then they may become withdrawn and not want to talk or join in. Practitioners will be able to support children through any of these situations and this important to a child’s personal, social and emotional development. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.3]

13. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Classroom discussion activity Time: 15 mins Discuss activities that a practitioner can introduce to a group of children to encourage the development of friendship skills. List activities appropriate for: 4 year olds 5 year olds 7 year olds. Why is it important to help children to develop friendship skills? © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.3]

14. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator Extension activity Time: 15 mins How would you encourage a shy or very nervous child to join in with activities? Consider: The age and stage of the child Suitable activities or experiences The buddy system Going at the child’s pace Involving parents/carers. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited LO4 Understand the role of the early years practitioner in relation to provision for personal, social and emotional development for children from birth to 7 years [AC 4.3]

15. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator In this lesson we have learnt that: A child’s personal, social and emotional development will be promoted through a wide range of activities and experiences. Children need to learn how to deal with their feelings and emotions. Turn-taking and sharing are important skills for life. Children need to be in a calm and friendly environment and this will support their confidence and well-being. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited

16. CACHE Level 3 Early Years Educator 1.How can the role play area support PSED? 2.Describe two outdoor activities that will promote sharing and turn-taking. 3.Give two reasons for supporting a child to deal with their emotions. © Hodder & Stoughton Limited