Nanny Membership Application - Australian Nanny Association (Page 5 of 6) in pdf

CODE OF CONDUCT - FOR NANNY / MANNY MEMBERS

Australian Nanny Association (ANA) members play an important role in the provision of childcare in the

home for Australian families. This code of conduct outlines the expectations that the ANA has of its

members, who must agree to the code of conduct at the time of application. While at this point in time it

is not a requirement for nannies or mannies to do so, we suggest that nannies or mannies familiarise

themselves with the Early Years Learning Framework and incorporate the five learning outcomes into

their practice.

rning_framework_for_australia.pdf

1. Relationships with children - the nanny / manny will:

a) Ensure that children’s routine needs are met (e.g.: sleep, meals, nappy changing, toileting and

bathing).

b) Ensure that children’s social and emotional needs are met (e.g.: making sure they feel safe and

providing opportunities to interact with other children).

c) Maintain a safe environment for children at all times taking particular care when out in the

community (e.g.: park, museum or supermarket).

d) Respect the rights of children, and treat them with dignity.

e) Respect children’s personal space, but give comfort / show affection where appropriate.

f) Interact with children in a positive, encouraging manner.

g) Be a positive role model, modelling appropriate behaviour and language.

h) Encourage children to express themselves, and respond respectfully and supportively.

i) Provide experiences that assist in the overall development of the child, including experiences

that promote the development of self-reliance and self-esteem.

j) Incorporate the children’s interests when planning activities and outings.

k) Utilise every day experiences as learning experiences (e.g.: discuss colours when buying

vegetables, or identifying different types of motor vehicles when on a car trip).

l) Help children to develop awareness of their belonging to a community.

m) Use positive behaviour guidance techniques (e.g.: praising and encouraging appropriate

behaviour).

n) Never physically discipline a child, handle a child roughly, or speak to a child in a in an

aggressive or humiliating manner.

o) Where child abuse is suspected, take appropriate steps to inform the relevant authorities for the

protection of the child/ren. (The ANA committee is available for guidance should a nanny find

themselves in this situation).

p) Maintain confidentiality in regards to children’s personal or medical circumstances.

AUSTRALIAN NANNY ASSOCIATION – NANNY MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION /COC – 21/07/14

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