(2) (a) There was no evidence of the validation of two references for one adult. Two adults’ employment histories showed that both adults required a second reference from a past employer instead of the references that had been obtained from other sources
Provider's corrective action:
The service advised in writing that: Corrective and Preventive Action The references and validations required were obtained for both staff members. Any future employee, student or scheme personnel, will have a checklist at the beginning of their staff folder. Each document that is required must be checked, verified to be correct and be signed and dated before commencement of position
(a) There were no written validated references from past employers available for one staff member new to the service since the last inspection
The qualification evidence on file for one staff member did not show that a major award in Early Childhood Care and Education at Level 5 or equivalent had been achieved
Provider's corrective action:
The service advised in a written response that: Corrective and Preventive Action (2) (a) References and validations were obtained and submitted to the Early Years Inspectorate. In future, the service will be thorough and ensure validation has been gained prior to staff members commencement of employment in the service. (4) The service has been provided with a record of a full award for the staff member. The record of award and accompanying documentation has been placed on file. The service will ensure paperwork states a minimum level 5 full award has been achieved or an equivalent
Regulation 16 — Record in relation to pre-school service
(a) There was no employment history available for inspection for one staff member
Provider's corrective action:
The service advised in a written response that: (1) (a) Corrective and Preventive Action A curriculum vitae has been given to the service and filed in respect of the staff member. The service will ensure all paperwork regarding all new employees is in line with regulation prior to commencement of work in the service
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
General Safety: 1. A trailing electrical cable from a compact disc player on a high self was observed in the Preschool 1 playroom with the potential to cause an injury to a child if the cable was pulled. Infection Control: 2. There was no liquid soap in the soap dispenser in the Preschool 1 playroom sanitary area. The dispenser was also observed to have a faulty cover on the front of the dispenser system. Action submitted by the Registered Provider The service advised in a written response that:
Provider's corrective action:
General Safety: 1. The compact disc player was removed from the high shelf to ensure there is no trailing cord causing risk to children. When the stereo is in use, it is to be put on flat surface beside socket that children cannot access. Infection Control: 2. A new soap dispenser was installed in the Preschool 1 playroom sanitary area and soap added. The staff will ensure soap is always available and that hand dispensers are fit for purpose with no sharp or broken edges that poses a risk to a child