Families First
Families First works locally with key partners to support children, young people and families.
Localised Support Across Staffordshire
The Families First service operates across 19 geographical patches within Staffordshire’s 8 districts. Services are delivered locally by:
- Early Help Teams
- Safeguarding Units
- Looked After Children’s Services
- Children’s Disability Teams
Coordinated Response
Families First brings together all services that work with children, young people, and families to ensure a joined-up approach.
Levels of Need & Support
Level 3 – Multiple Needs
- Who is helped? Children with multiple needs affecting health, development, or learning.
- Response: Typically managed by Early Help Teams.
Level 4 – Acute Needs
- Who is helped? Children in crisis or with complex, long-term needs, including:
- Children with complex disabilities
- Those suffering or at risk of significant harm
- Children offending or subject to court orders
- Response: Delivered by Specialist Services, such as:
- Youth Offending Service
- Short Stay Schools
- Disability Services
- Specialist Safeguarding Units
- Looked After Children Services
Getting in Touch
- Early Help Team: For general enquiries or organisational support.
- Safeguarding Units: For children already supported by a social worker.
- Staffordshire Children’s Advice and Support Service: For urgent safeguarding concerns.
You can find contact details for these services on our contact page
