Developing Child-Centred Practice for Safeguarding and Child Protection 1st Edition

Capture the essentials of compassionate, effective safeguarding with Developing Child-Centred Practice for Safeguarding and Child Protection (1st Edition) by Rachel Buckler. This authoritative guide reframes child protection around the child’s voice, rights and experiences — a must-read for professionals committed to safe, dignified practice.

Clear, practical and evidence-informed, Buckler blends theory with real-world application to help readers translate principles into everyday decisions. You’ll find accessible explanations of child-centred approaches, guidance on building trusting relationships, tips for sensitive assessment, and strategies for working across agencies and communities. Emphasis on reflective practice and ethical decision-making supports confident action in complex cases.

Designed for social workers, early years and education staff, health and youth practitioners, and safeguarding leads across the UK and beyond, this book is both a training resource and a day-to-day reference. It highlights culturally responsive practice and the importance of listening to diverse family voices, making it relevant to urban and rural settings alike.

If you want to enhance your frontline skills, inform policy, or strengthen multi-agency responses, this volume offers clear pathways from insight to impact. Practical examples, discussion prompts and professional tips make it ideal for workplace learning and CPD.

Order Developing Child-Centred Practice for Safeguarding and Child Protection by Rachel Buckler today — equip yourself and your team with the compassionate, child-focused tools needed to protect children effectively and ethically.

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