What's this about?
This is about people understanding what each other does, trusting and respecting each other and collaborating effectively.What does an integrated and high-quality approach look like?
Appreciation of complementary roles focused around children, young people and their families/carers. All team members recognise the collaborative advantages of working together to improve outcomes for children
What does a fragmented approach look like?
Lack of established relationships leads to mistrust; poor understanding of other professionals’ contributions and status rivalries
Examples
How to get there - the journey to success
Return to walkthroughSuccess from different viewpoints
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Child and young person's view
“I only tell my story once and may choose to add to it. When I meet a new worker they know about me and know what I am trying to sort out” -
Practitioner
“In working with other professions and organisations it is clear how my role is distinct but part of a larger whole. We achieve more by working together” -
Team
“Common assessments are undertaken. Clear policy and guidance on sharing information is adhered to by all” -
Service
“Jobs done by the person with the most appropriate skills. Understanding of other people’s roles and skills leads to positive, appropriate engagement” -
Children's trust
“Workforce deployed in response to local need. Protocols are in place ”