What Will You Learn?

• Understand child and young person development, including emotional, social and psychological needs.
• Learn how trauma, attachment and life experiences affect children in residential care.
• Apply safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures to protect children and young people.
• Recognise signs of abuse, neglect and harm and respond appropriately.
• Support children who have experienced trauma, abuse or adverse childhood experiences.
• Develop effective communication skills with children, families and professionals.
• Build positive, professional relationships based on trust and respect.
• Promote children’s emotional wellbeing, physical health and positive behaviour.
• Support children with daily living, routines and independence skills.
• Manage behaviour using positive, child-centred approaches.
• Assess needs, plan care and review progress with children and young people.
• Identify and manage risk while supporting safe risk-taking.
• Work effectively within a residential childcare team.
• Understand your professional role, responsibilities and boundaries.
• Use reflective practice to improve your skills and professional development.
• Support group living and positive outcomes in residential childcare settings.