Element 6: Working with others Flashcards
(23 cards)
What are some examples of charities that support families?
Family action
Family rights group
Action for children
What is meant by a public service?
Service available to everyone and considered essential for society.
What are some examples of essential public services?
Police
Health services
Education
Fire services
What are some examples of public services that help support families?
The NHS: provide healthcare for all
CYPMHS: for children and young people who have mental health difficulties.
Children services: education and social services
What is meant by local education authorities?
Provide a range of children’s services and education provision as they are part of a local government
What are some examples of LEAs?
Schools and colleges
SEN review team: responsible for SEN assessments, EHCPs, birth to 25.
Name different types of external professionals that can work with parents, carers and families
Educational Psychologist
GP
School nurse
Health visitor
Social worker
SENDCo
Local authority designated officer
Youth worker
Counsellor
Occupational therapist
Speech and Language therapist
Education mental health practitioner
What does an educational psychologist do?
Works with children and young people
Carries out assessments of children and young people’s learning and development
Supports parents and professionals
What does a GP do?
Qualified doctor who works in surgeries and health centres to promote the holistic needs of patients
Work with others to promote good health in community and refer individuals for specialist treatment
What does a school nurse do?
Responsible for school or group of schools
Working with schools to promote physical and mental health of children and young people, through duties such as:
Giving immunisations
Carrying out screening
Raising awareness of health issues
Support children and YP with medical needs
What does a Health visitor do?
Supports babies and young children and their families. Health visitors may work in a health centre or GP surgery, but might also make home visits.
What does a social worker do?
Provides support for children and families in community
Acts as advocate and guide to help improve their outcomes at challenging times
Works with LAC and vulnerable adults, with a focus on safeguarding
What does a SENDCo do?
Works in several early years settings with young children who have SEND and their families. Offers advice and support about additional services
What does a LADO do?
Manages allegations against adults working with children and young people. Oversees investigations to ensure thoroughness
What does a youth worker do?
Works directly with children and young people within community and develops positive relationships with them. Role often includes being an advocate to support young people in decision making
What does a counsellor do?
May work for the NHS or privately. Might be asked to work with children and young people who need support with their mental health and / or wellbeing
What does a OT do?
Professional who works in education and EY settings to support children and young people with the development of everyday physical skills to promote their independence. Helps parents and staff in planning to support their needs
What does a SALT do?
Works with children and young people to support their development of their speech or language through a range of focused strategies.
What does an education mental health practitioner do?
Work in both education and healthcare settings. Access support for children snd young people who have common mental health difficulties, such as anxiety and depression. aswell as those with behavioural difficulties
What does holistic mean?
Looking at all the interconnecting parts of something as a whole, rather than individually
What are the benefits of working collaboratively with other agencies and professionals for improved outcomes?
Working towards shared goals: Work towards a common purpose, better able to help child meet expected outcomes
Accessing advice and support: A shared approach and clear communication will enable all professionals working with child to have better access to info and to share advice and support
Improving referrals: professionals referring children who aren’t meeting development milestones to specialist as soon as possible
Name the 4 ways on how to work collaboratively with other agencies and professionals
Maintaining confidentiality
Gaining parental consent
Reporting concerns and referrals
Following relevant policies/ procedures
Why is it important to maintain professional boundaries and relationships when working with children and young people’s families and professionals ?
Facilitates partnership working
Protects emotional wellbeing
Respects privacy
Avoids distraction
Provides structure and expectations
Reduces conflict
Promotes safeguarding and misuse of power
Maintains confidentiality
