(4) One adult working with children did not have evidence that they held a level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education
Provider's corrective action:
The registered provider stated in their response that: Corrective and Preventive Action The adult in question has been assigned to kitchen duties until a letter of recognition of her qualification is received. The service will ensure in future that any adult working directly with children has a level 5 in Early Childhood Care and Education
Found compliant: Regulation 10, 11, 16, 19, 25, 26, 28.
Regulation 19 — Health, welfare and development of child
BASIC NEEDS: The Lions Room: Activities in this room appeared to be predominately adult lead. - At snack time children were not involved in preparing the tables or in assisting in the distribution of snacks. When some children were finished snacks there were no activities that these children could play with and had to wait until all children were finished their snack. These children were observed to jump on the soft seating, stand on chairs and pushed and shoved each other. - Areas/interests of play were not readily available to allow children to transition from one activity to another in line with the programme of activity the service had developed for the day. Staff did not appear to communicate with regard to these activities
Provider's corrective action:
The registered provider stated in their response that: Corrective and Preventive Action 1. New staff have started and updated training has been provided. Children are divided into groups for activities and transitions are now planned
Regulation 23 — Safeguarding health, safety and welfare of child
Infection Control: 1. Two pedal bins were broken in the sanitary areas and may pose as a risk of cross infection. 2. A self-sealing, leak proof, pedal bin was not available in one of the nappy changing areas. Action submitted by the Registered Provider
Provider's corrective action:
Infection Control: 1. The broken pedal bins are replaced and will be monitored by staff in future that they are fit for use. 2. A self-sealing, leak-proof bin has been purchased