(Síolta Standard 1, Standard 3, Standard 5, Standard6, Standard 9 & Standard 16) (National Standard 8: Care, Play and Learning) Policy & Procedure This Code of Ethics is underpinned by the following principles; The health and wellbeing of the individual child is of fundamental importance. We acknowledge the uniqueness of each child attending the service. We promote equality & diversity and value differences. We consider the needs of the child as a citizen within the context of the family and their culture. We build relationships of mutual trust and respect with children, adults, parents and the community. We encourage holistic learning, where children take an active role in relevant & meaningful experiences. We base practice on sound knowledge, research and theories, while at the same time recognising the limitations and uncertainties of these. We work to fulfil the right of all children and their families for access to services of high quality. Based on the above principles Fonthill Lodge has developed the following Children’s Charter: Children’s welfare and their rights to a secure, healthy and happy childhood are paramount. The experiences children receive in their early years are critically important in terms of future development. Children are entitled to expect that all adults will respect, uphold and preserve their rights and to ensure that their feelings and wishes are taken into account. Children should have the opportunity to make choices and develop a sense of responsibility for their own actions appropriate to their age. Children, parents and carers should not be discriminated against, particularly in relation to colour, age, race, religion, gender, disability medical conditions or background. Parents should be recognised and respected as children’s first and continuing educators. 6. COLLECTIONS AND ARRIVALS Principle Fonthill Lodge is committed to ensuring the safety and care of the children upon arriving and leaving the service. Statement of Intent All Parents/employees must follow the collections and arrivals policy and procedure. Childcare Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016 Síolta Standard 10: Organisation, Síolta Standard 12: Communication) (National Standard 1: Information, National Standard 2: Contract, National Standard 3: Working in Partnership with Parents or Guardians, National Standard 20: Safety
volunteer should be advised that, if they remain concerned about the situation, they are free to consult with, or report to, the Tusla Social Work Department or An Garda Síochána. Parents/Guardians and Allegations of Abuse or Neglect against Employees: Parents/guardians have the right to contact the Child and Family Agency to report an allegation of abuse or neglect about the employee or service. Parents/guardians of children who are named in an allegation of abuse or neglect will be kept informed of actions planned and taken, having regard to the rights of others concerned. If there is any concern that a child may have been harmed, their parents/guardians will be informed immediately. RECORD KEEPING: The service will conform to the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998 and the Data Protection (Amendment) Act 2003. Under the Childcare Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016, accurate and up to date records in relation to children, staff and service provision must be kept. The Early Years inspectorate will have access to files for inspection purposes. Parents/guardians may have access to the files and records of their own children on request but may not have access to information about any other child. Only employees involved with a particular child should have access to confidential files and will be used to inform staff on how best to meet the needs of the child Records are stored in compliance with the Childcare Act 1991(Early Years services) Regulations 2016. Where there are child protection or welfare concerns, observations/ records will be kept on an ongoing basis and information shared with the Child and Family Agency as appropriate. These will be stored securely Procedures are in place for archiving records. All records are managed in line with Data Protection Policy. We aim to ensure that all records are factual and written impartially. The service will only share information with other professionals or agencies, with consent from parents/guardians or without their consent in terms of legal responsibility in relation to a Child Protection issue. Records or reports should not be altered or adjusted, if there are new developments then a new record of this information should be completed. (For further information see our policies on Observations, Record Keeping and Data Protection) Code of Behaviour for Staff: For the protection of staff, volunteers and children this code of behaviour has been introduced provide clarity on what is expected and what is not accepted, with respect to their behaviour as recommended in Our Duty to Care. Our code of behaviour is kept under regular review.
The child shall be calmly reassured throughout The child should be encouraged to wash themselves if appropriate or the child shall be gently cleaned with a flannel or other suitable cloth until the soiling is removed using gel/soap which is PH neutral (please check for allergies before use); The Child should be encouraged to dry themselves if appropriate or the staff member should wrap the child in a towel and gently dry Support the child to dress themselves if appropriate following the nappy changing procedure as necessary. Parents or Carers must be informed on the same day if their child has been showered and sign the shower record If a child refuses to be showered or shows distress during showering, then do not proceed. Contact the Parents or Carers and send them home if necessary. 51. MANUAL HANDLING Principle: To assess and reduce the risks associated with manual handling. Childcare Act 1991 (Early Years Services) Regulations 2016 (Síolta Standard 11: Professional Practice) (National Standard 19: Equipment and Materials, National Standard 20: Safety) Statement of Intent: We will assess and reduce the risks associated with manual handling. The main area of the body affected by handling accidents is the back, but virtually any part of the body can suffer injury due to poor manual handling. It is important to remember that health, safety and welfare is the responsibility of everybody in the service not just the management. Duties: Assess risks to the health and safety of their employees and others who may be affected in order to identify the measures needed to comply with relevant Health and safety law. Make arrangements to implement the measures identified as being required by the risk assessment. Appoint competent people to help with implementation. Provide information to employees that can be understood, as well as adequate training and instruction.
Diarrhoea: 48 hours from last episode. Chickenpox: 7 days from appearance of the rash. Gastroenteritis, Food poisoning, Salmonellas and Dysentery: Until authorised by GP Hand, Foot and Mouth Infective hepatitis: Until child well/seek managers’ advice 7 days from onset of jaundice. Measles: 7 days from appearance of the rash Meningococcal Infection Mumps: Until recovered from illness Exclude child for five days after onset of swelling. Pertussis (Whooping cough) : 21 days from the onset of paroxysmal cough or 5 days from the commencement of antibiotics Poliomyelitis: Until declared free from infection by GP Rubella (German measles): 7 days from appearance of the rash Streptococcal infection of the throat: Until appropriate medical treatment Scarlet fever: Child can return 48 hours after commencing appropriate antibiotic treatment. Impetigo: 3 days from the start of treatment Until the skin is healed Pediculosis (lice): Until appropriate treatment has been given Temperature: Over 37.5 degrees Vomiting: 48 hours from last episode of vomiting VACCINATION SCHEDULE Age to Vaccinate: Type of Vaccination: At birth BCG tuberculosis vaccine (given in maternity hospitals or a HSE clinic)
At 2 months Free from your GP 6 in 1 Diphtheria Tetanus Whooping cough (Pertussis) Hib (Haemophilus influenzae B) Polio (Inactivated poliomyelitis) Hepatitis B PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) At 4 months Free from your GP 6 in 1 Diphtheria Tetanus Whooping cough (Pertussis) Hib (Haemophilus influenzae B) Polio (Inactivated poliomyelitis) Hepatitis B Men C (Meningococcal C) At 6 months Free from your GP 6 in 1 Diphtheria Tetanus Whooping cough (Pertussis) Hib (Haemophilus influenzae B) Polio (Inactivated poliomyelitis) Hepatitis B PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) Men C (Meningococcal C) At 12 months Free from your GP MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine) At 13 months Free from your GP Men C (Meningococcal C) Hib (Haemophilus influenzae B) At 4 - 5 years Free in school or from your GP 4 in 1 Diphtheria Tetanus Whooping cough (Pertussis) Polio (Inactivated poliomyelitis) MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) At 11 - 14 years Free in school Td Diphtheria Tetanus At 12 years (1st year second level school) Girls only Free in school HPV (Human Papillomavirus)