2.2 Give examples to explain how the Early Years Practitioner’s behaviour can impact on and influence babies and young children

Qualification: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Unit: EYP 8: Promote play in an Early Years Setting
Learning outcome: 2. Understand how the Early Years Practitioner supports children’s behaviour and socialisation within play environments
Assessment criteria: 2.2 Give examples to explain how the Early Years Practitioner’s behaviour can impact on and influence babies and young children

• Babies and children are strongly influenced by the adults in their environment so it is important for Early Years Practitioners to be exemplary role models
• Being a good role model (e.g. by displaying positivity, calmness, kindness and empathy) can encourage children to mimic the same behaviour
• It can also help children to feel safe and secure in their environment
• Positivity must be shown in facial expressions and body language – not just in words
• An openness to discuss feelings can support children to express their emotions in ways that are appropriate
• Negative behaviours, such as shouting or displays of aggression can make children feel agitated, upset and insecure
• Other negative behaviours include mood inconsistencies, being unkind and showing a lack of interest in children
• Negative behaviours can lead to children mimicking these behaviours, becoming upset or becoming withdrawn