Children’s Social Care - National Framework
The National Framework document is designed for professionals in local authority children’s social care, providing guidance on statutory requirements. It outlines what must be done to comply with the law and should be followed unless there are valid reasons not to. The document also contains pertinent information for all safeguarding partners and agencies involved in children’s social care. Introduction The daily work of practitioners in children's social care is intricate, nuanced, and demanding, yet helping entire families enact change can be motivating. Given the significant consequences of their decisions, it's imperative for everyone involved to share a vision for what children's social care should achieve and have a clear understanding of what's necessary to realise that vision. The National Framework, statutory guidance from the Department for Education, plays a central role in shaping practice in children's social care, aligning with the reforms outlined i