Understanding Children′s Social Care

"These two authors are always worth reading for their breadth and

originality. Their new book offers a timely and stimulating analysis of

modern children′s services."

- David Berridge, Professor of Child and Family Welfare, University of Bristol

"Clear yet thorough; practical yet politically insightful; complicated yet coherent ... this book will appeal to those who want to get an overview of the territory, but also to those who wish to drill down deeper and understand the theoretical underpinning of government policies."

- Martin C Calder, Honorary Research Fellow, Sheffield Hallam Univeristy

Useful informative overview of many background issues affecting children′s social care -- Jean Teare * drupal *
This is an excellent text that provides students with a good insight into the contemporary issues of safeguarding policy. It also provides a good basis for students to compare theory and how it impacts on practical application. -- Miss Ella Malton * drupal *
This text provides a comprehensive historical account to child welfare in the United Kingdom and how policies have developed and changed throughout the last several decades. This would be beneficial to students who are wanting to pursue a career in the field of Children′s services. Additionally, this text links theory to practical application which would enable the students to develop their own knowledge and understanding in relation to best practice. -- Miss Ella Malton * drupal *
Excellent book which covers many aspects of the safeguarding module. -- Miss Johanne Child * drupal *
Again recommended reading for the SCPHN/hv and SCPHN/sn student to give background to the policy context of their work -- Mrs Janet Gargiulo * drupal *
useful text for Health and Social Care learners studying safefguarding issues for looked after children -- Mrs KAREN SIDDONS * drupal *
An excellent foundation text which provides the reader with a clear and concise overview of children′s social care in England. This insight is particularly useful in light of the continuing change in the provision of child social care. -- Ms Donna Peach * drupal *
This book encourages debate and critical reflection on contemporary child care policy and practice. -- Ms Jennifer Bigmore * drupal *
The combination of both practice application and policy makes this a useful text across a number of modules. -- Ms Mary Smith * drupal *