Children in Need of Support

Description

How do you apply the principles, structures and processes of the law to everyday practice? Drawing on a wealth of contemporary case examples, this handy pocket book demystifies the legislation on children in need and demonstrates the practical duties and responsibilities of professionals within both the statutory and voluntary sectors.

Joanne Westwood is Senior Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Stirling, UK. Joanne undertakes research with an emphasis on child welfare, child migration and child safeguarding in the UK.

"An excellent resource for Social Work students who are developing their understanding of the core components of the legal framework in relation to children in need. It will also guide them and experienced practitioners in the application of legislation, illustrated effectively with reference to case law and research. Useful tools to develop knowledge and reflective thinking are provided through 'key case analysis' boxes and 'on the spot' questions." - Cathy Pilkington, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Caertbury Christ Church University. Excerpted from review in Seen and Heard Journal.