Episode 129: Getting your spark back

Working in Private Early Years comes with plenty of rewarding moments, but also lots of questions, challenges and situations that can leave you wondering, “What would you do?”

In this episode of the Twinkl Talks EYFS Podcast, we’re answering some of your Private Early Years questions and exploring the realities of working in nurseries and preschool settings.

From finding your spark again when your enthusiasm for the job has started to fade, to navigating professional boundaries when a family asks you to babysit, we share practical advice and honest reflections on some of the situations practitioners may face.

We also explore supporting toddlers with listening and attention, as well as the practicalities of toilet training and whether children should be able to bring their own potty into their setting.

Whether you’re an experienced practitioner who needs a little boost or you’ve found yourself facing one of these dilemmas, this episode is full of ideas, reassurance and plenty to think about.

In this episode, we cover:

• Rediscovering your enthusiasm, joy and passion for working in Early Years
• Supporting toddlers with listening and attention
• Navigating professional boundaries and babysitting requests
• Supporting toilet training and the use of children’s own potties in settings
• The everyday challenges and decisions that come with working in Private Early Years

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