This form is to be used only for agencies referring a child/children to Children's Services for assessment as a child in need, including in need of protection. Any members of the public should contact the Child Protection Team.
This form is to be used by all relevant agencies visiting a child with a Child Protection or Children in Need Plan. It helps provide a clear, consistent and accountable framework by which visits are recorded and shared with the other relevant agencies.
The Common Assessment Framework (CAF) is a key part of delivering frontline services that are integrated and focused around the needs of children and young people. The CAF is a standardised approach to conducting an assessment of a child's additional needs and deciding how those needs should be met. It can be used by practitioners across children's services in England.
Common Assessment Framework Form

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LSCB Business Support Officer
Children's Services
Safeguarding Quality and Reviews
Civic Centre
Room 163
Dagenham Essex RM10 7BW
Tel: 020 8227 2839
(office hours only)
Fax: 020 8227 2304
Email: LSCB Business Support Worker