This module provides you with an introduction to a range of issues relating to practice with vulnerable children, young people and their families. It seeks to provide students with knowledge and understanding of: - The needs of children and young people within families and the tasks involved in parenting / caring.
- The relationship between policy and family work practice to promote and safeguard the wellbeing of children.
- Professional assessments and Intervention with children and young people.
- Multi-agency working and multi-disciplinary approaches to Safeguarding children.

The presentation will link to:
LO. 1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policy in context of family work with children.
LO. 2 Evaluate contemporary safeguarding and provision for children, considering the evidence-based assessment methods for effective intervention.
LO. 3 Explain the concepts of partnership and empowerment with children and their families and other professionals.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (30 hours)

You will attend lectures on key topics. There will also be opportunities to participate in small groups to explore some of the key issues raised in lectures and undertake practical activities. This will include scenarios, groups discussions/debates and presentations. You will also be asked to take part in peer review which will further support the giving and receiving of constructive feedback.

Guided Independent Study: (170 hours)

100 hours: Independent reading - You will be expected to read the recommended reading and utilise the learning materials which you will have full access to via Blackboard.

70 hours: Essay and Group presentation preparation - you will need to undertake the necessary research and analysis to respond to the simulation activity. You will be expected to have made use of the relevant library resources/web-based sites to identify relevant academic texts/ journal articles.

Module Learning Outcome
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policy in the context of family work with children.

University Learning Outcome
1 Knowledge and Understanding
2 Learning

Module Learning Outcome
2. Evaluate contemporary safeguarding and provision for children, considering the evidence-based assessment methods for effective intervention.

University Learning Outcome
1 Knowledge and Understanding
5 Problem Solving

Module Learning Outcome
3. Explain the concepts of partnership and empowerment with children and their families and other professionals.

University Learning Outcome
6 Communication

You will have access to a range of materials on Blackboard VLE including articles, session slides, and interactive activities.
You will also be able to access a variety of digital material through our Library and specialist databases.

Chisnell, C. & Kelly, C. (2019) Safeguarding in Social Work Practice: A Lifespan Approach: London: Learning Matters Publishers.
Ferguson, H. (2011) Child Protection Practice, Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.
Jones, P. and Walker, G. (Eds) (2011) Children's Rights in Practice, London, Sage.
Koubel, G. (2016) Safeguarding Adults and Children: Dilemmas and Complex Practice: London: Palgrave.

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The learners will gain an understanding of the existing provision available to support children and young people which will include evidence-based assessments and the informal environments where these can take place. They will also gain an understanding of the parenting roles and how a relationship evolves between a parent and child to ensure a safe environment. Learners will be expected to assess the benefits of multi–agency approaches/delivery, interventions and analyse current policy.