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Social care and supporting families
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Jobs in children's social care
We want to recruit more people who, like us, are dedicated and determined to make a real, and positive change to people’s lives.
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Early help for children and young people
Information on how to request help or support for children, young people and their families including the Request for Services (Early help) referral form
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Early help review
Our consultation on plans to bring together four services has now closed
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Help and support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Help available from our Disabled Children’s Service if you have a child with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
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Leicestershire Children and Families Partnership
Partnership aims to make a real difference to lives of Leicestershire children and families
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Benefits for families
You may be able to claim benefits or get financial help
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Free School Meals
Information on who can get free school meals and how to apply.
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Help for young carers
If you're 19 and under and you look after someone at home, you can get help with care and your school work
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Services for 'looked after' children and young people
‘Looked after’ children or young people can get help and services from us to keep them safe and happy and to make sure they are given opportunities to better themselves and reach their goals.
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Domestic abuse - help is available
Advice and support about domestic or sexual abuse.
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Family Information Directory
Our Family Information Directory (FID) provides information on many useful local organisations and activities where you live.
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Complain about children's social care
Contact us if you want to complain about the care of a child, adoption services, care and supervision orders or special guardianship support services.