The Voice of the Child Toolkit, developed by Derby City Council, offers a collection of useful tools designed to engage and hear the perspectives of children and young people. This toolkit is a valuable resource for social workers seeking to better understand the voices and experiences of the individuals they work with. It includes a range of tools focused on different aspects of a young person’s life. Utilising the Voice of the Child Toolkit can help ensure that the voices of children and young people are truly heard and considered in their care and development.
GETTING TO KNOW A CHILD OR YOUNG PERSON
- Voice of the child toolkit – All about me – Getting to know me
- Voice of the child toolkit – All about me – Who am I?
- Voice of the child toolkit – All about me – My identity
- Voice of the child toolkit – Wishes and feelings
HOME AND INDEPENDENT LIVING
- Voice of the child toolkit – At home I feel…
- Voice of the child toolkit – Adult life
- Voice of the child toolkit – Adult life pack
EDUCATION
- Voice of the child toolkit – (for under 11s) At school I feel…
- Voice of the child toolkit – (for over 11s) At school I feel…
EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING
- Voice of the child toolkit – Anger map
- Voice of the child toolkit – Revised Child Anxiety and Depression Scale (RCADS)
RISKY BEHAVIOUR
- Voice of the child toolkit – Sexual health
- Voice of the child toolkit – Relationships
- Voice of the child toolkit – Drugs and alcohol
- Voice of the child toolkit – Improvement ladder
SAFEGUARDING