Qualification: Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Unit: Unit 2.5: Work in partnership
Learning outcome: 4 Understand recording, storing and sharing information in relation to partnership working
Assessment criteria: 4.3 Evaluate the reasons for confidentiality when maintaining records
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- Confidentiality is essential when maintaining records because:
- It is a legal requirement under the Data Protection Act 2018 and Common Law Duty of Confidentiality
- Consequently, it will be a requirement under your employer’s policies and procedures
- It protects children and families
- It builds trust and respect between parents and professionals
- It respects the family’s right to privacy (under the Human Rights Act 1998)
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