The Graded Care Profile 2 (GCP2) is an updated version of the original Graded Care Profile tool, designed to assess the quality of care provided to an individual child over a specific period. It retains the core concepts and structure of the original tool but…
The Child Assessment Framework: Key Areas & Checklists for Social Work Assessments is an invaluable resource that assists social workers in systematically gathering essential information to promote the well-being and safety of children involved in various legal processes. This comprehensive framework encompasses the child’s developmental…
The Neglect Toolkit for Practitioners is an exceptional resource developed by East Sussex County Council. This toolkit provides a wide range of assessment tools, checklists, questionnaires, and worksheets to support practitioners in their work of identifying and addressing neglect in children. The Neglect Toolkit for…
(You can download the guidance below in a PDF document here.) WHEN THERE IS NO ANSWER WHEN YOU KNOCK: If the family does not answer the door when you knock, listen to/observe any signs of people being present in the house. If you believe that somebody…
The Parenting Styles Tool is a valuable resource developed by Cafcass to help parents and carers assess their own parenting style and understand its impact on their child. This tool recognizes that parenting styles generally fall into four categories: authoritarian, authoritative, indulgent, and neglectful. With…
The Home Visit Observations of Parent-Child Interactions Questionnaire/Checklist is a valuable toolkit designed to support social workers and practitioners in observing and influencing parent-child interactions during home visits. The toolkit, titled Parent-Child Interactions: A Home Visitor’s Guide, provides practical tips and tools to optimise the…
The Attachment and Bonding Observations Checklist is a tool that outlines specific behaviors to observe when assessing the attachment and bonding between a child and their parent or caregiver. The checklist is divided into different age ranges, including birth to one year, one to five…
The Pre-Birth Assessment Tool is a resource designed to support professionals in thoroughly examining various factors related to a mother’s pregnancy and the overall circumstances of the family. The tool aims to identify and address any potential issues that could have a significant negative impact…
The tool covers various aspects of parenting including communication, emotional development, boundaries, behavior, play/stimulation, stability, and the effects of drugs/alcohol. They encourage reflection on one’s own childhood and parenting approaches. There are exercises to identify helpful vs unhelpful parenting practices, give positive attention to children,…
The CAFCASS SCODA Risk Assessment Checklist is a tool used by social workers to assess the potential risks and protective factors in cases involving parents or caregivers with drug issues. The checklist consists of several domains that are evaluated using a scoring system, and social…
The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is a widely used self-rating scale designed to identify individuals at risk for postpartum depression, which is a common complication of childbirth. The scale consists of 10 questions and has been proven to be a practical and effective tool…
The Ages & Stages Questionnaires ASQ-3 is a comprehensive set of questionnaires designed to assess children’s development from 2 to 66 months. These questionnaires can be easily administered by parents or caregivers, providing valuable insights into the child’s progress in essential areas such as communication,…
The tool (developed by Cafcass) contains 10 indicators which can be used in identifying and analysing the emotionally harmful impact of parental conflict on the child.
As a social worker, you may find the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale to be a valuable and effective assessment tool in your work with clients. This 10-item scale is widely used in social-science research and can provide essential insights into your service users’ self-esteem levels, helping…
The Family Activity Scale is a valuable assessment tool designed to examine the environment and level of engagement provided for children within their family. It offers practitioners an opportunity to explore joint activities and support for independent activities, shedding light on the cultural and ideological…
The Recent Life Events Questionnaire is a valuable tool designed to gather information about recent life events experienced by individuals or families. It focuses on events that have occurred within the past 12 months, although it can also be used to capture events over a…
The Adult Wellbeing Scale is a compact assessment tool that focuses on an adult’s emotional state, specifically examining feelings of depression, anxiety, and irritability. The scale comprises questions presented in a personal format, where individuals can express their own experiences and perceptions. With its concise…
The Parenting Daily Hassle Scale is a recommended assessment tool for social workers who work with children and families. It is endorsed by the Department of Health and is part of the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families. This scale…
The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire is a recommended assessment tool by the Department of Health in the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families. It serves as a screening measure for identifying emotional and behavioral problems in children while also emphasizing…
The Home Conditions Assessment Tool is a concise assessment designed to evaluate the living conditions of a home and assess their impact on the children residing there. It encompasses 20 key aspects related to home conditions, including factors such as odour, cleanliness, and home maintenance….
The Home Conditions Assessment, recommended by the Department of Health in the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families, is an 11-item tool for evaluating the home environment. It focuses on aspects such as cleanliness, smell, and the condition of surfaces…
The Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol (CIWA) is a widely used tool in assessing the severity of alcohol withdrawal syndrome. It consists of a ten-item scale questionnaire designed to evaluate various symptoms associated with alcohol withdrawal. This assessment helps professionals gauge the intensity of…
The Substances and Choices Scale (SACS) is a brief screening and outcome measurement instrument for assessing and monitoring the use and impact of alcohol and drugs in young people. It is designed to be used by health professionals working with young people that are engaged…
DAST: Drug Abuse Screening TestThe Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST-10) is a concise screening tool used to assess drug use within the past 12 months. It consists of 10 items that can be administered by a pratitioner or completed by an individual themselves. Each question…
Barnardo’s Domestic Violence Risk Identification Matrix – Assessing the risks to children from male to female domestic violence The Barnardo’s Domestic Violence Risk Identification Matrix is a valuable risk assessment tool designed to assist practitioners in assessing the risks that children face in situations of…
The Severity of Alcohol Dependence Questionnaire (SADQ) is a self-administered, 20-item questionnaire specifically designed by the World Health Organization (WHO) to assess the severity of alcohol dependence in individuals who have been identified as having alcohol dependency. It aims to measure the level of dependence…
The Alcohol Use Questionnaire from the Framework for the Assessment of Children in Need and their Families is a screening tool recommended by the Department of Health. It is known for its effectiveness in detecting adults with alcohol disorders and those engaged in hazardous drinking…
The Person Posing A Risk To Children Assessment Framework is a comprehensive tool designed for social workers to assess the potential risk posed by individuals who may pose a threat to children, regardless of whether they have been convicted of any offense. This framework serves…
The CRAFFT Substance-related risks and problems Screening Questionnaire for Adolescents is a valuable tool designed for social workers and other healthcare professionals working with adolescents. This brief clinical assessment tool helps identify substance-related risks and problems among young individuals. The acronym “CRAFFT” represents the six…
The Drug Abuse Screening Test for Adolescents (DAST-A) is a valuable tool designed to assess drug use and associated problems in adolescents. This 28-item questionnaire provides a structured format for screening and evaluating substance abuse among young individuals. The DAST-A covers a range of questions…