Schools, social services and safeguarding children

The NSPCC have released this useful review of the literature into schools and social work cooperation. The authors refer to past reports and inquiries to show the complexities of the issues. Although some of the main ideas have since being implemented or are in the process of been implemented, it gives a useful theoretical background.

Key recommendations:
- Definitions of important concepts are needed to ensure clarity and prevent unnecessary tensions.
- More cross-agency working is needed (such as work shadowing, attending joint seminars