r the term ‘young people’, rather than ‘children’, and there are some young adults who will continue to receive support from children’s social care as care leavers or through education, health and care plans, up to the age of 25. The terms, ‘children and young people’ are used to be inclusive of these individuals. As with other terms, practitioners will want to explore the views of individual children and young people to understand how they want to be addressed. 13 National Framework – one page summary Purpose of children’s social care Children’s social care exists to support children, young people and families, to protect them by intervening decisively when they are at risk of harm and to provide care for those who need it so that they grow up and thrive with safety, stability and love. Principles of children’s social care • Children’s welfare is paramount. • Children’s wishes and feelings are sought, heard, and responded to. • Children’s social care works in partnership with whole families. • Children are raised by their families, with their family networks, or in family environments wherever possible. • Local authorities work with other agencies to effectively identify and meet the needs of children, young people, and families. • Local authorities consider the economic and social circumstances which may impact children, young people and families. Enablers • Enabler: Multi-agency working is prioritised and effective • Enabler: Leaders drive conditions for effective practice • Enabler: The workforce is equipped and effective Outcomes • Outcome 1: children, young people and families stay together and get the help they need • Outcome 2: children and young people are supported by their family network • Outcome 3: children and young people are safe in and outside of their 