ESSENTIAL RULES OF EFFECTIVE SUPPORT
Always treat children with respect and recognise them as individuals in their own rights.
View children in a positive manner and value them as individuals who have specific needs and rights and a particular contribution to make.
Support children in a spirit of cooperation and partnership based on mutual trust and respect.
Value children’s views and take them seriously.
Support children in ways that enhance their capacities and abilities, and that develop their potential.
Do your best to understand children within the context in which they live.
Always act in the best interest of the child making sure that they are protected and respected at all times