child protection
Framework of legislation and practice meant to prevent and protect children from abuse and harm
Child care coordinators organise child care services, activities and events after the school hours and during school hoildays. They assist in the development of children by implementing care programmes. Child care coordinators also entertain children and maintain a safe environment for the children.
Competences and skills
33 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
1 competenceEssential skills and competences 18 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesapply person-centred care
Treat individuals as partners in planning, developing and assessing care, to make sure it is appropriate for their needs. Put them and their caregivers at the heart of all decisions.
contribute to the safeguarding of children
Understand, apply and follow safeguarding principles, engage professionally with children and work within the boundaries of personal responsibilities.
determine child welfare
Evaluate whether the child needs to be taken out of his home situation and assess child`s placement in foster care. Make home visits to assess allegations of child abuse or neglect.
provide after school care
Lead, supervise or help with the assistance of indoor and outdoor recreational or educational activities after school or during school holidays.
Cross-sector
14 competencesapply organisational techniques
Employ a set of organisational techniques and procedures which facilitate the achievement of the set goals set such as detailed planning of personnel's schedules. Use these resources efficiently and sustainably, and show flexibility when required.
assist children in developing personal skills
Encourage and facilitate the development of children's natural curiosity and social and language abilities through creative and social activities such as storytelling, imaginative play, songs, drawing, and games.
coordinate educational programmes
Plan and coordinate educational and public outreach programs such as workshops, tours, lectures and classes.
coordinate events
Lead events by managing budget, logistics, event support, security, emergency plans and follow up.
entertain people
Provide people with amusement by doing or offering a performance, like a show, a play or an artistic performance.
handle children's problems
Promote the prevention, early detection, and management of children`s problems, focusing on developmental delays and disorders, behavioural problems, functional disabilities, social stresses, mental disorders including depression, and anxiety disorders.
implement care programmes for children
Perform activities with children according to their physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs by using appropriate tools and equipment that facilitate interaction and learning activities.
monitor children's physical development
Recognise and describe the development of children, observing the following criteria: weight, length, and head size, nutritional requirements, renal function, hormonal influences on development, response to stress, and infection.
monitor event activities
Monitor event activities to ensure that regulations and laws are followed, look after satisfaction of participants, and resolve any problems should they arise.
perform playground surveillance
Observe students' recreational activities to ensure student safety and well-being and intervene when necessary.
promote inclusion
Promote and respect diversity, and advocate for equal treatment of genders, ethnicities and minority groups in organisations in order to prevent discrimination and ensure inclusion and a positive environment.
promote the safeguarding of young people
Understand safeguarding and what should be done in cases of actual or potential harm or abuse.
supervise children
Keep the children under supervision for a certain period of time, ensuring their safety at all times.
support children's wellbeing
Provide an environment that supports and values children and helps them to manage their own feelings and relationships with others.
Optional knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesoutdoor activities
Sportive activities performed outdoors, often in nature, such as hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, rafting, and rope course climbing.
sporting events
Possess an understanding of different sporting events and conditions that can affect a result.
Cross-sector
6 competencescounselling methods
Counselling techniques used in different settings and with various groups and individuals, especially concerning methods of supervision and mediation in the counselling process.
first aid
The emergency treatment given to a sick or injured person in the case of circulatory and/or respiratory failure, unconsciousness, wounds, bleeding, shock or poisoning.
kindergarten school procedures
The inner workings of a kindergarten, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, policies, and regulations.
primary school procedures
The inner workings of a primary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.
recreation activities
The field and characteristics of recreational activities for customers.
teamwork principles
The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesanimate in the outdoors
Independently animate groups in the outdoors, adapting your practice to keep the group animated and motivated.
instruct in outdoor activities
Instruct students in the theory and practice of one or several outdoor sport activities, usually for recreational purposes, such as hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, rafting, or rope course climbing.
promote health and safety
Promote the importance of a safe working environment. Coach and support staff to participate actively in the continuous development of a safe working environment.
Cross-sector
3 competencesassist in the organisation of school events
Provide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.
maintain relations with children's parents
Inform children`s parents of the activities planned, program`s expectations and children`s individual progress.
play with children
Engage in activities for enjoyment, tailored to children of a certain age. Be creative and improvise to amuse children with activities such as tinkering, sports or board games.