Having reflected on your own skills, attributes and behaviours - identify the skills, attributes and behaviours required to lead and manage a home based childcare setting. (Save this template to your own computer before completing and uploading to Moodle).
Skills
A skill is something that has been developed through practice, training or experience.
To lead an manage in a home based childcare setting I would need the following skills:
Excellent communication skills
Having completed Level 3 Paediatric first aid – I will need to be confident in administering first aid
I would need knowledge on the safe preparation of healthy food
I would need to have knowledge of my competitors and what they are offering
I would need to have experience of looking after children in the age range that I am providing child-care for.
Attributes
An attribute is a quality or characteristic.
To lead and manage in a home-based childcare setting, I would need the following attributes:
I would need to be patient, positive and up-beat with the children in my care
I would need to be confident in managing and dealing with the children in my care
I would need to be a good listener and communicate effectively with the children in my care
I would need to be creative so as to keep the children entertained whilst in my care.
Behaviours
A behaviour is how you conduct yourself.
To lead and manage in a home-based childcare setting, I would need the following behaviours:
The ability to work with young children and their families in a professional manner
My house would need to be in good order at all times i.e clean and presentable and fit for purpose
I would need to dress appropriately and market the business in a professional way
I would need to be approachable to prospective clients and instil confidence in them through not only my mannerisms but also by having the latest qualifications necessary to fulfil my job requirements