This much-needed book examines the implications of the Every Child Matters (ECM) agenda for working with children. It analyses the key issues from the perspective of the different professions that make up the 'new children's workforce' & explores interprofessional considerations. It describes & analyses the Every Child Matters programme in relation to the wider social context for children with a consideration of inter-professional issues. The chapters give an overview of the recent history current position & main trends of the specific professions. It
Includes:: practice issues & case examples from health education social work playwork children's centres & early years. It is updated to take into account recent changes including the creation of the new Department of Children Schools & Families. It considers the opportunities & challenges presented by the current agenda including the possible implications for future multi-disciplinary working. Offering a clear guide to the implications of Every Child Matters on practice this book will be widely welcomed by tutors & practitioners alike enabling readers to make sense of the legislation & national guidance & to better understand the new agendas for children's services.