Early Years Setting Management
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During our recent Ofsted inspection, we were told we need to strengthen our current induction policy, we are currently using a 12 week induction which I have adapted from a policy I got from the forum. Because of this I want to improve our current induction and recruitment procedure. ( we are very lucky we have not had any new staff for over 4 years, Which is why I think this was pointed out as a issue) Could anyone please share their induction and recruitment procedure I would be very grateful. Many thanks WellerKaren
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on my guidance sheet it says 2 confirmed cases contact HPA. so far I only have 1 case if I have 2 do I need to inform ofsted as well.
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Hi I just wondered if it is a requirement to have an appraisal or just a supervision? Sharron
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Hi I am looking to change our book keeping systems to an easier model. Please can I ask what systems you use for finances, emails etc TIA
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SO I have had a request for a 14 and a half year old to do a 2 year placement with us for one afternoon a week. She is studying her childcare gcse. As she is so young she will not require a DBS but I wondered if because of her age we would need to include her in our childcare ratios???(ie the 1-8 !) might be a daft question really just wondering before I have a chat with her!
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Hi all We a new crèche starting up and a staff member has requested that her child attend the crèche, this is because other childcare arrangements finish at midday and would be easier. As we only currently have one room her child will be in the same room. How does everyone feel about it? We haven't got a policy as yet about but I will need to create one. I spoke to the staff member saying that I need time to think about but if it was going to happen then she would need to stay professional at all times and that will reviewed continuously thank you for the advice
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Hi All At my current setting children are required to eat their packed lunches in strict order ie sandwiches / wraps first fruit crisps yoghurt treats ie cake They are not even allowed to eat crisps with sandwiches. I have always encouraged sandwiches first but not strictly enforced it. Are others this strict with packed lunches? Snack time is also fruit first and then cracker.
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Morning all, I am looking for some wisdom and advice on a Sunday morning, as it is the nature of our roles, i am fairly confident that i am not the only "nutter" working! half term is the only time i can catch up, reflect and plan to improve! So, my ongoing staffing difficulties are: 1. Ensuring that my staff team are behaving to a higher expectation consistently 2. I believe i make it easy for them as i am a "doer" and often find it quicker to do it myself if it hasn't been done - to mine and their detriment of course :( 3.Staff taking responsibility and being held accountable for adding to all things, such as planning, observations, staff meetings, SEF, he…
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Hi, So long story, but I manage a committee run provision that is really getting me down. We aren't moving forward with the times, have no idea what is being done. So, If as manager you felt that things were being run the wrong way from above in many ways, that stops you from managing and running the provision effectively because you are doing their tasks or can't do anything, because the committee haven't. What would you do?? Leave and let all the hard work you have done just go to waste Seek referral from Local Authority and tell them the mess everything is on to get back on right track I will add that I am fully supportive of our co…
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Hi All, I wonder if anyone who is a sole trader has given any thought to the following..... My lovely Hubble asked 'what would happen to the playschool should anything happen to you?! Yikes! That made me think, what would happen? As our businesses are so tied up with Ofsted regulations and Local Authority Provider agreements etc etc I wondered what exactly would happen if I was no longer able to 'Provide'. Of course he would need to contact Ofsted and LA but.......As Only I have access to the bank account how would Staff be paid and the group be financed whilst 'sorting it out'. I do have a Manager who of course could take the reins but I was wondering if it…
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