ABSTRACT
CHAPTER OVERVIEW In this chapter we are going to address the various ways in which Early Years
Graduate Professionals/Early Years Teachers (EYGPs/EYTs) can develop effective
working relationships with other adults and act as leaders of practice and
innovation in order to ensure that outcomes for children are enhanced and
improved. The chapter will deal firstly with working with parents and carers, move
on to some tips to help with leading practice for an Early Years Team within a
setting (which is further explored in chapter 9 in terms of continuing professional
development), and conclude with a brief consideration of multi-agency working
with staff from other professional groups and backgrounds. The skills, knowledge
and values which support the achievement of these aims will be considered, as well
as how research supports effective practice.
