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Note: This is a Legacy Copy of this Publication. Protecting Children: A Child Protection Guide for Early Years and School Age Childcare Services (3rd Edition)
No full textBookChild protection is everybody’s concern. Those working with children in early years services and in school age childcare have both a professional and a moral responsibility to ensure that their services are managed in such a way as to maximise the safety and welfare of the children attending them. Early years and school age childcare services have responsibilities under Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children. Barnardos provides training and consultancy on child protection to the sector and is aware of managers’ and practitioners’ concerns about competencies, policies and procedures in this area. The need for services who work with children to understand their obligations under Children First and to have in place appropriate policies and procedures is necessary, not only for the protection of children, but also for the protection of staff. Protecting Children is primarily aimed at managers and practitioners working in centre-based early years and school age childcare services. It will also be useful for any services that work with children and to development/support staff who might be working in a training or support capacity with services working with children. The aim is to provide a comprehensive guide to child protection for early years and school age childcare services covering relevant legislation, the policy context, principles and procedures. There is also guidance in relation to best practice for working with children, parents and other agencies. A key message of Protecting Children is that safeguarding children needs to be part of the organisational culture of all organisations who work with children. Protecting Children aims to cover two key areas:
1. The promotion of positive practice, which incorporates the protection and welfare of children.
2. Guidance in relation to dealing with concerns about suspected or actual child abuse or neglect.
The guide aims to be accessible and practical rather than a theoretical book, however it is informed by Irish and international research and by Barnardos’ extensive experience in this area. While Protecting Children is not a training manual, it includes materials such as templates and scenarios which we hope will act as a resource for practitioners and managers seeking to implement best practice in relation to the protection and welfare of children in their care
Building Blocks Guidelines
Get PDFReportBarnardos delivers parent and child groups, often referred to as parent and toddler groups, as part of its services to families in disadvantaged areas. This document identifies the core components of parent and toddlers groups within Barnardos and provides a framework for projects to plan and deliver groups which meet the needs of the families. Within this report, all Barnardos’ parent and toddlers groups will be referred to as Building Blocks groups
The Hidden Housing Crisis
Get PDFPaperChildren need a safe, warm and secure place to call home. Inadequate, unsafe or insecure housing has serious repercussions; affecting a child’s mental and physical health, social and emotional development, education and their key relationships. The current housing crisis in Ireland has been more than a decade in the making but sharply worsened in 2014. Below, Barnardos outlines housing policy changes in 2015 and provides an analysis of the effect it has had on children
The Cost of School in Ireland: Is it as High as Ever? (Infographic)
No full textInfographicInfographic outlining the costs of sending a child to either primary or secondary school in 2015
Parenting Positively: Coping with Bullying; for Children Aged 6 to 12
Get PDFBookletThis booklet gives information on bullying and what to do if you are being bullied. It also will help you if you are involved in bullying someone yourself. You might want to read it on your own or with a parent or adult you trust
Parenting Positively: Coping with Separation; for Parents of Children between 6 and 12
No full textBookletThis booklet is one in a series on Parenting Positively. Parenting is a very rewarding job but one which can be difficult at times, especially when parents are faced with challenging situations. The aim of this series is to provide information and guidance to parents of children between the ages of 6 and 12 to help create a positive, loving and supportive relationship between you and your child. The series covers general parenting skills as well as complex life issues such as bullying, bereavement, separation and domestic abuse. There are booklets for parents outlining children’s understanding of a particular issue and how you can support them. There are also booklets for parents to read with their children, which may help your child to better understand what is happening and help you as a parent to answer any questions he or she might have. Each booklet also gives further resources that you can follow up for more information and help on the issue covered
Triple P - Positive Parenting Program: Seminars
Get PDFLeafletSeminars are relaxed presentations that tackle some of the most common family issues. You can do one, two or all three in the series. The seminars last 90 minutes each and are called:
• The Power of Positive Parenting
• Raising Competent, Confident Children
• Raising Resilient Childre
Parenting Positively: Helping Teenagers to Cope with Separation
Get PDFBookletThe most important issue to deal with when separating is your relationship with your children. Although your relationship with your partner is changing, your role as a parent is for life. Your children, whatever their age, need you both to put them first. This booklet is for parents of teenagers who are separating or divorcing. When parents separate, it is a painful and stressful experience for a family. Every family member needs help and support to cope with the emotional consequences and changes it brings
Parenting Positively : Helping Teenagers to Cope with a Parent's Problem Drug or Alcohol Use
Get PDFBookletThis booklet is for parents of teenagers who are affected by a parent’s drug or alcohol use. If you are a parent who has a problem with alcohol or drugs, or if your partner has a problem, you may be concerned about how this is affecting your teenager. This booklet is also for any other adult who is concerned about a teenager such as a grandparent, guardian or friend. Children of all ages suffer when a parent has a problem with drugs or alcohol. While a parent might be there physically, for the child it may seem like their mum or dad is not emotionally present. It can cause feelings like confusion, worry, anger, shame or self blame. If a parent has a problem with drugs or alcohol, it can be a complicated issue. Sometimes there can be money problems, family arguments, domestic violence or a breakdown of communication. Life can become chaotic or unpredictable and, for many children, there are serious welfare risks. Every situation is unique, however, and different families can be affected in different ways. 2 All families have strengths and ways of coping with difficulties. As a parent, you are responsible for your child’s well-being and this booklet will help you to support your teenager and build on your strengths. It will help you understand how your child is being affected and give you tips for talking about it and keeping your teen safe. Finding Help at the back of this booklet will link you to helpful services and resources
Parenting Positively: Coping with Bullying; for Parents of Children between 6 and 12
No full textBookletThis booklet is one in a series on Parenting Positively. Parenting is a very rewarding job but one which can be difficult at times, especially when parents are faced with challenging situations. The aim of this series is to provide information and guidance to parents of children between the ages of 6 and 12 to help create a positive, loving and supportive relationship between you and your child. The series covers general parenting skills as well as complex life issues such as bullying, bereavement, separation and domestic abuse. There are booklets for parents outlining children’s understanding of a particular issue and how you can support them. There are also booklets for parents to read with their children, which may help your child to better understand what is happening and help you as a parent to answer any questions he or she might have. Each booklet also gives further resources that you can follow up for more information and help on the issue covere