Lead practice to support the well-being and resilience of children and young people in residential childcare Unit 511 Lead practice to support the well-being and resilience of children and young people in residential childcare
1.2. Evaluate approaches to measuring a child or young person’s well-being. https://neweconomics.org/uploads/files/094c9bd92c79f7129f_w5m6i2zzh.pdf
https://www.ncb.org.uk/what-we-do/research-evidence/our-research-projects/measuring-wellbeing-children-care?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv6aW_8mP8AIVwuvtCh3SEgl7EAAYASAAEgKfivD_BwE
1.3. Analyse how and why a child or young person’s well-being may fluctuate over time while in residential childcare. Think about:- length of time in a setting, frequent placement change, thoughts about family history, trauma, not having family ties, frustrations, having and not having a sense of security. Poor practice from the home and not being able to identify issues or concerns quickly,
2.1. Analyse approaches that support the well-being of children and young people. https://www.open.edu/openlearn/health-sports-psychology/young-peoples-health/young-peoples-wellbeing/content-section-4.2
This talks about the resilience model.
You can also talk about what you do also as well and think about any YP that you are supporting at the moment
Also to think about taking a proactive and preventative approach, giving YPs a voice, support and sustain children’s relationships, support for when they leave home.
2.2. Explain the importance of homeliness, friendship and fun in the childcare setting.
2.3. Analyse methods and approaches that help to build resilience in children and young people. This can include:- building a strong emotional connection, promoting risk taking, teach problem solving skills, embrace mistakes, go outside, promoting optimism, model resilience yourself.
2.4. Explain the importance of engaging with family members who are supporting a child or young person
4.1. Analyse the role of children and young people in evaluating and improving organisational practice to promote well-being and resilience. Thinking about residents meetings and how the YP’s can have their say. Do you take on board their comments and suggestions?