Transcript

To create a good, viable working relationship with a child, the child's sixth sense is consistently there. They know that they can trust you or not. And as a result of that-- well, how do you gain a child's trust? Well, you're consistent. You're approachable. You're a good listener. You're kind. You're gentle. You're firm and fair. Children like to know where they are and that they understand that you will support them when they need you. And they will challenge them when they need that too. Part of that consistency and trust is built with the family as well. Because as a practitioner in school, your name will be mentioned around the dinner table that evening. And it needs to be a positive endorsement, really working towards that. So when you're working with children, you're actually working with the whole family.