Common Assessment Framework National Guidance
www.everychildmatters.gov.uk: Information and publications relating to all aspects of the Every Child Matters: Change for Children programme.
CAF training for practitioners: Includes an introduction to assessment and a training support pack. Available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/iwtraining
Training materials: National core training materials are available at www.ecm.gov.uk/iwtraining
The CAF form: The complete form for you to download and fill in. Available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/caf
The CAF pre-assessment checklist: Available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/caf
CAF supporting tools: Range of materials including case studies and example questions. Available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/caf
CAF managers’ guide: Guidance on being a lead professional. Available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/caf
Lead professional practitioners’ guide: Guidance on being a lead professional. Available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/leadprofessional
Information sharing: Guidance for practitioners and supporting documents are available online at www.ecm.gov.uk/informationsharing
Confidentiality: NHS Code of Practice This guidance is available by going to www.dh.gov.uk/publications and searching on the title of the document.
Working Together to Safeguard Children
What to do if You’re Worried a Child is Being Abused
Both of these documents can be accessed at www.ecm.gov.uk/safeguarding