Welcome to the Southwark Children's Services Procedures Manual

This manual is a comprehensive and accessible resource for all practitioners within Southwark Children’s Services. It sets out national and local policies and procedures that support consistent, high-quality practice with children, young people, and their families.

It aims to:

• Guide and inform best practice;
• Outline local procedures; and
• Keep practitioners informed of national and local developments in Children’s Social Care.
• We encourage regular use of this manual to support effective and informed practice.

Note: Before using the site, please take time to read the Using this Manual guidance.

For further details, please contact Karlene Pitter (Karlene.Pitter@southwark.gov.uk).