This piece was first posted August 2016. Ofsted rates two councils ‘good’ - independent reviewing officer practice praised Single Inspection Framework (SIF) has identified strong independent reviewing officer and social work practice and areas for improvement in Greenwich and in Stockton-on-Tees. Visit our Ofsted page, dedicated to Single Inspection Framework (SIF) reports: here IRO practice in Greenwich and in Stockton-on-Tees:- … Continue reading Independent reviewing officer practice praised
Originally posted on July 29, 2016 by suesspiciousminds. 'This was a Court of Appeal case decided today. It has taken a LOT of chewing over to make sense of it. I’m still not quite sure that I get it. Re W (A child) 2016 http://www.bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/Civ/2016/793.html The facts A, a young girl, was born on 1st … Continue reading Re W – no presumption for a child to be brought up by a member of the natural family via @suesspiciousmin
The young people behind the aspire to more project were asked to share their feedback about the project. Their comments will help evaluate the impact of the project in a short film which will be premiered at their launch event in September. We put this series of posters together featuring highlights from their feedback. If […] … Continue reading Aspire to More #Care #spreadtheword
IROs recognise that the best social workers and carers change children’s lives immeasurably for the better. We are determined to continue challenging standards so that all vulnerable children get the best quality care and support possible. That’s why the Children and Social Work Bill is so important. The Children and Social Work Bill sets out a raft of provisions … Continue reading A vision for Children’s Social Care and Social Work #CSWB
The government is launching a training programme for social workers designed to ‘sharpen’ their skills around making permanency decisions, it will be optional and based on a new draft knowledge and skills statement on achieving permanence. The government has re-stated its commitment to provide social workers with more opportunities for professional development. Download the government report here: Putting … Continue reading Government scheme to ‘sharpen’ social work skills on permanency
Judge finds Cambridgeshire council’s withdrawal of support played ‘large part’ in events that led to it arguing her child should be taken into care. 'Cambridgeshire had concerns following the end of support over the mother’s apparent failure to disclose a friendship – and potential sexual relationship (which the mother denied) – with a man who … Continue reading Council cut mother’s support months before seeking care order
THE HONOURABLE MR JUSTICE HOLMAN: 'This case raises issues both as to the end-of-life treatment of a very ill child, and as to alleged breaches of rights under the European Convention on Human Rights, in relation to which damages were claimed. These are both issues which ought to be heard, so far as possible, in … Continue reading IRO failure to ensure satisfactory steps taken by the local authority
Following a discussion with Independent Reviewing Officers, social workers and other local authority staff, this briefing was developed to help IROs in carrying out their role in respect of disabled children and young people and those with special educational needs. It focuses, in particular, on education, health and care (EHC) needs assessments and plans made … Continue reading The Role of Independent Reviewing Officers in EHC assessments and plans | Council for Disabled Children
Our profession, particularly child protection, is under intense scrutiny from media and government. How we respond will be crucial, writes Social Work Tutor. "We are entering what feels like a pivotal time for social work practice. We have a prime minister who is taking an active interest in our profession. Whether you agree with his … Continue reading ‘Social workers are in the spotlight: can we harness the attention for good?’
The Children and Social Work Bill was introduced in the House of Lords on 19 May and will have a second reading on 14th June 2016. This is an important Bill. Read and follow progress of the Bill: here You can download the Children and Social Work Bill: here The Queen's Speech briefing note, published … Continue reading Children and Social Work Bill
