Pttls Unit 1

1. tot up key aspects of formula, regulatory requirements and codes of practice relating to let part and responsibilities The key sanctioned and regulatory requirements relating to my role as a teacher ar- Children represent (2004) Every child matters Copyright, Designs & Patents work on (1988) Data Protection Act (1998 revise 2003) Equality Act (2010) Freedom of Information Act (2000) Health & caoutchouc at Work Act (1974) Human Rights Act (1998) Protection of Children Act (1999) Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (2006) There will be laws of Practice, either generic wine or specific, that will learn to be followed such as the Code of Professional Practice (2008) introduced by the Institute for Learning. 2. Explain give responsibilities for promoting affectity and valuing diversity It is historic that students are able to attend, and participate in their cream of course or attainment event, for it to be retrieveible on equal terms.To defy this i bring, I must adhere to the equal opportunity legislation in place, which ensures that learners are non discriminated against in terms of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, maternity or maternity, religious or other belief, marriage, civil partnership or gender reassignment. Whilst this is an ideal situation we are not able to palm everyone exactly the same. It is important to understand the inescapably of learners so that we sack up cast them the best ingest in the accomplishment surroundings.If I turn in a student who uses a wheelchair, then I must ensure that access to the learning venue is suitable and that any portable ramps etc are available. Where I clear students that are from diverse cultural backgrounds I should encourage an environment where differing opinions are respected and prejudice or stereotyping are challenged. Where further jut out is required by a learner, it should be tallyered 3. Explain own role and responsibilities in lifelong learning Firstly, I need to identify the needs of the governing body, individuals and me individualizedly.I will ensure that any forms are easy to complete and append for different languages or print size and are available in hard copy or electronically. I will need to venture an initial assessment of the needs of learners and agree learning plans. I need to prepare a scheme of work to include seance plans, learning materials to knock against the needs of the syllabus and liaise with other interested parties. I will need to facilitate learning using a sort of approaches including formulating ground rules, record keeping, incorporating different teaching and learning materials and even subtle who and where the nominated first aider is.I will need to assess the learning, ensuring that the awarding ashes rules are met. I must ensure that relevant documentation is immaculate and kept invulnerable and confidential. I will need to check the students lerning outcomes have been met and th at they have gained the necessary skills and knowledge. I need to evaluate my teaching experience by obtaining feedback from others. I can obtain this from the student, awarding body and organisation I am working for.I will also evaluate my own work in order to make improvements to my teaching ability and the learning experience. 4. Explain own role and responsibilities in identifying and meeting the needs of the learners I can identify the learners needs at the application stage, by interview, questionnaire, or at a student 1to1 session, or at the beginning of the session or programme. I must give clear guidance on the process and information to ensure the course meats their personal learning needs. one time I have the information this will help me with my planning.I need to meet the required learning support (help with ITC, numeracy, literacy), or student support (help with personal issues, general guidance or advice), and again use the information in my planning and course exec ution. 2. 1Explain the boundaries between the teaching role and other victor roles It is important to understand where my role as a teacher ends and where I need to involve other professionals. These might include Heads of Dept, H&S officers, technicians, support workers or admin stave. indoors the ACO I may need to cite to parents/guardians Wing, Region or Head Quarters specialists.I, for instance as a teacher am not qualified to repair a low-spirited plug socket so I would refer to an electrician, similarly I am not a social worker therefore any issues that are of a personal nature (to the student)I would pass over to the relevant specialist rather than trying to deal with it myself, potentially causing more harm. 2. 2Describe points of referral to meet the needs of learners It is possible that I will encounter students with a smorgasbord of degrees of needs so I need to remain impartial and elegant to individual situations. I will not be able to deal with every situation t hat arises.I must be aware of where I can refer students for help both within and externally to the organisation. Below is a table containing example points of referral. INTERNAL EXTERNAL accommodation officers awarding organisations careers advisers banks or building societies colleagues carers Counsellors charities examination officers childcare agencies financial services staff Citizens Advice say-so first-aiders employers health and welfare officers health centre. , slimming clubs, general information , advice and guidance staff practitioners, hospitals interpreters Job Centre Plus learning support staff drive and transport organisations mentors police student support staff telephone help-lines and agencies such as abuse, alcohol, bereavement support, student union representatives Childline, Crimestoppers, debt, drug, lesbian and gay switchboard, gambling, teachers NHS head up , parentline, Samaritans, victim support websites which are relevant Tabl e from Preparing to Teach in the Life farseeing Learning Sector by Ann Gravells Pg 53 2. 3Summarise own responsibilities in relation to other professionals My main responsibility is to my students, however I need to be aware of the impact my actions will have on other groups or individuals. I will need to be assured of how I work with other managers on site as thoroughly as my peers, with awarding bodies including internal and external verifiers & Ofsted inspectors and other external agencies. Within the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO). I will also have responsibilities with regard to parents/ guardians and other members of the ACO. I must remain professional and not exceed my role boundaries 3. Explain own responsibilities in maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment It is imperative that the environment is safe. The room or area for teaching must be large enough to support the activities being undertaken and the number of people involved. A risk assessment should be carried out to highlight and eliminate (so far is practicable) any potential dangers. status must be given to lighting, heating, ventilation and toilet facilities to ensure the easiness of learners and teaching staff. I must inform the group regarding procedures for housekeeping, and emergency evacuation. 3. 2Explain slipway to promote appropriate behavior and respect othersI would establish with the group some(a) ground rules both for the learners and myself to promote the appropriate safety, behaviour and respect of everyone. It is important that these rules are negotiated and agreed with the group. These rules can be reviewed and changed as the course progresses as needed. For the group what they should stay from each other, things like courtesy, respecting others views etc. For myself What the learners can expect from me. Some rules may be imposed health and safety, no smoking, no anti-social behavior. Some more negotiable standard of dress, break timings, turning off mo bile phones. Reference Book Preparing to Teach in the Life Long Learning Sector by Ann Gravells