Catherine Edwards

1. To show how their professional development has improved outcomes for children, the assistant should undertake learning and training to support their continued professional development. The childminder and assistant should keep a record of their learning. This should include an evaluation to reflect how it has supported their practice to improve outcomes for children. This is to ensure confidence in the people who support and care for me and is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards which state that 'I have confidence in people because they are trained, competent and skilled, are able to reflect on their practice and follow their professional and organisational codes.' (HSCS 3.14).

1. To support positive outcomes for children's learning and development, the childminder should continue to develop the use of 'next steps' so children are supported to make progress. Developing the use of evaluation for activities within the floor book could support this. This is to ensure I experience high quality care and support that is right for me and is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards which state that 'I am supported to achieve my potential in education and employment if this is right for me. (HSCS 1.27).

1. To improve outcomes for children and support their continued progression, the childminder should develop the use of six monthly reviews. In consultation with parents and where appropriate children, they should be used to record progress, update information and agree next steps. This would ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state: `My personal plan (sometimes referred to as a careplan) is right for me because it sets out how my needs will be met, as well as my wishes and choices` (HSCS 1.15)