Behaviour Management

KIDS Positive Behaviour Management constitution and procedures Policy 33 1. Context KIDS has the following indemnity in place for tyrannical deportment management. In particular, it is recognised that some form of sanction impart be essential where in that location argon instances of conducts which would in any family or group environment be considered insufferable this polity provides guidance for economic consumption of get and effective sanctions. This policy is supplemented by KIDS sensual constraints and bulwark policy and procedures. 2. General Positive demeanor management Policy 2. Philosophy KIDS believes that kidren brandish best when their personal, social and emotional guides ar met and where there atomic number 18 clear development completelyy appropriate expectation for their behaviour. KIDs aims to promote positive behaviour th stark(a)out its settings and to help the fryren understand and respect the needs and rights of others. 2. 2 Aims and guidelin es These guidelines equal both the physical and emotional care of the fry(ren) looked after. 1. solely children have trustworthy physical and emotional needs. The most obvious ones are warmth, comfort, adequate feed and sleeping arrangements, cleanliness, exercise and rest as necessary.Some children with a disability whitethorn have additional physical needs, such as extra warmth, physical supports and equipment, special exercises or physiotherapy and medical requirements. 2. The emotional needs of all children include security, affection, agreeable responses from those around them, a recognisable routine (e. g. at bedtime and meal quantify), exceptions which are appropriate for their stage of development, and opportunities for playing and having fun and approval. 3. We expect our supply to be aware of these physical and emotional needs and, with the help of parents and KIDS faculty to meet them for every child s/he cares for. . All children need to have limits set when thei r behaviour is non acceptable. If children feel secure and understood, the incidents of disruptive behaviour are greatly reduced. Children rarely demonstrate inappropriate behaviour without good reason. It is the task of the worker to try and understand why a child is behaving in a particular way. 2. 3 Appropriate single-valued function of sanctions Any sanction used must be related to the childs age and level of understanding, realistic and sensitive enforceable, and applied consistently.It is preferable, if possible, that there is continuity in the setting of limits and how behaviour is managed among all those problematic in the care of a child. 3. Positive behaviour management procedures healthy steps must be taken at all times to ensure a healthy and natural rubber environment. Staff provide a role model for children, and the development of consistent attitudes to safety and good enforce by staff should have a beneficial effect upon the children. radical playground r ules drawn up in consultation with the children -help ensure the helper operates smoothly. There should be a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that promotes respect between all children and Playworkers. There should be a wide range of culturally appropriate activities and images available to all the children. The team must be consistent in the methods they use, back to each one other up and support each other. Experiences should be shared and discussed at team meetings. Staff should challenge jaundiced comments (see KIDs anti bully policy) and take positive action to overcome unsatisfactory behaviour.Strategies for dealing with this should be discussed with staff and, where appropriate, parents/carers. Staff should talk to children about their behaviour and consequences of negative behaviour. 4. Dealing with conflict 4. 1 Dealing with conflict principles All playgrounds aim to develop a safe environment in which children are encouraged to express themselves freely, and which fosters the social and emotional development of the children who come to the site. Conflicts do arise at times, and incidents need to be handled sensitively and consistently.Conflicts can go through for various resons, including frustration, disruptive/uncooperative behaviour, lack of space, competition over equipment, bullying and teasing, and misunderstandings When conflicts do arise it is essential that Actions are taken to calm the children down, and to dispense with them to express how they are feeling in a way that is safe to other children. A positive, calm approach is maintained, both physically and verbally. shun behaviour is not rewarded. The response to a place should take key of the childs level of understanding/ability. Blame is not attri neverthelessed to individuals in situations involving more than one child. The focus should always be on dealing with unacceptable behaviour, the children should never feel it is they who are unacceptable. 4. 2 Effective and a ppropriate sanctions The principles of effective sanctions are generally that they should Be as informal as possible, and not escalate. Be as balanced by rewards Be as near in time as possible to the offence, be applicable and understood, and be seen to be just. Follow from clear rules and explanations from the worker as to what is evaluate of the child.The following are examples of what sanctions may be used Reasonable demurrer of oneself from, or restraint of, a child who is lashing out. Holding firmly, but carefully, can be helpful to a younger child. If in the situation of any of these are likely to lead to injury, it is sensible not to use them, and to know what or may not be safe in relation to the childs disability. Shouting or clapping your hands, for example, as a distraction to a toddler in a serious situation. Withdrawal of sweets or special food/ drink treats, or TV, for a limited period the younger the child, the shorter the length of time this should continue.Sendi ng a child to another room for a short period (but checking on them on a regular basis whilst they are alone is sensible and shows you are still caring). Imposing finisher supervision keeping the child with you. Keep balancing the sanctions with rewards (especially praise) for good behaviour, so that the negative cycle does not take over. Keep a show up of problems and sanctions so that you can refer to it to keep an account of the childs progress and also for reasons of accountability is a complaint is made. It is sometimes necessary to physically retrain a child who is about to harm him/herself, others or property.For conditions and procedures applicable to physical restraint, please refer to KIDS Physical contact and restraint policy. All uses of physical restraint must be recorded. 4. 3 Examples of unacceptable sanctions The list below is intended as general guidance of sanctions that are unacceptable and is not inclusive. The omission of any particular practice does not imply that is it acceptable. Staff will have the opportunity to raise issues arising from their work, for password and clarification within supervision. Use corporal punishment e. g. lapping, hitting a child with an implement (for example, a belt or slipper), throwing a missile, shaking, rough handling, squeezing, pushing and punching/ Impose a punishment which ridicules a child e. g. garments which draw attention to them inappropriately, clothes which are too small or too large, pyjamas during the day, humiliating a child deliberately in earlier of others. Deny a child food or drink, or the approach pattern ranges/he expects. Coerce a child to eat what you know s/he does not like and is not normally expected to eat. intentionally frighten, intimidate, threaten or belittle a child, or lock her/ him in e. . a cupboard, bedroom, or send them to bed unreasonably early. Restrict or withhold medication, which could be dangerous. Deprive a child of sleep. Involve the child in any physical contact, which is inappropriate in view of their history, which s/he might see as threatening or uncomfortable, or which exposes the worker or child to the arousal of sexual feelings. Review This policy will be reviewed annually and if necessary adjusted to incorporate any changes to legislation include any improvements that may have been identified. Most late review May 2008