Based Learning (IBL) using a Transdisciplinary Approach (TDA) to creativity, transcending boundaries, which ordinarily confine discipline areas. It facilitates Early Learners to question and make discoveries about real-life problems and issues and thus develop a deeper understanding of their environment and the world at large. The role of the educator is to encourage a culture of inquiry. Emphasis is placed on effectively presenting materials as provocations and invitations for investigation, which in turn provide a range of authentic learning opportunities for the young. Workshop 2: Peninsula Ireland: Ensure legal compliance by attending a complimentary seminar hosted by Peninsula’s Employment Law and Health & Safety experts for Tipperary Childcare Committee We will discuss key HR and Health & Safety concerns, focusing on: Managing staff behaviour - performance, attendance, attitude, conduct Updating documents of employment - employee contracts, handbooks, policies Dealing with employee stress - the risks for you, your business and your employees Managing health & safety in your business Paternity leave - what will employees be entitled to? Workshop 3: Canavan and Byrne Governance All community based early years services have a responsibility to observe and enact the key regulatory frameworks relevant to not-for-profit organisations. Managers and Boards must now have a clear understanding of Charity Regulation which requires greater transparency and best practice in terms of governance. Topics that will be covered in this workshop include understanding the key regulatory frameworks for charities and how they impact on you as manager of an early years setting. The facilitator will introduce you to the Governance Code, incorporating an understanding of the 5 Principles of the Code and an understanding of its value and importance for your service (using practical examples and scenarios). Participants will, on completion of this important workshop, have a greater understanding on the roles, responsibilities and accountability of their services and will be given the tools to start evaluating their organisation in terms of governance. Managers will their and be able to assist boards to identify their strengths and weaknesses look at ways of strengthening their governance to ensure compliance and sustainability into the future. Speaker Profiles
Based Learning (IBL) using a Transdisciplinary Approach (TDA) to creativity, transcending boundaries, which ordinarily confine discipline areas. It facilitates Early Learners to question and make discoveries about real-life problems and issues and thus develop a deeper understanding of their environment and the world at large. The role of the educator is to encourage a culture of inquiry. Emphasis is placed on effectively presenting materials as provocations and invitations for investigation, which in turn provide a range of authentic learning opportunities for the young. Workshop 2: Peninsula Ireland: Ensure legal compliance by attending a complimentary seminar hosted by Peninsula’s Employment Law and Health & Safety experts for Tipperary Childcare Committee We will discuss key HR and Health & Safety concerns, focusing on: Managing staff behaviour - performance, attendance, attitude, conduct Updating documents of employment - employee contracts, handbooks, policies Dealing with employee stress - the risks for you, your business and your employees Managing health & safety in your business Paternity leave - what will employees be entitled to? Workshop 3: Canavan and Byrne Governance All community based early years services have a responsibility to observe and enact the key regulatory frameworks relevant to not-for-profit organisations. Managers and Boards must now have a clear understanding of Charity Regulation which requires greater transparency and best practice in terms of governance. Topics that will be covered in this workshop include understanding the key regulatory frameworks for charities and how they impact on you as manager of an early years setting. The facilitator will introduce you to the Governance Code, incorporating an understanding of the 5 Principles of the Code and an understanding of its value and importance for your service (using practical examples and scenarios). Participants will, on completion of this important workshop, have a greater understanding on the roles, responsibilities and accountability of their services and will be given the tools to start evaluating their organisation in terms of governance. Managers will be able to assist their boards to identify their strengths and weaknesses and look at ways of strengthening their governance to ensure compliance and sustainability into the future. Speaker Profiles