This is an order which means that you remain responsible for your child’s care but the Local Authority have the power to ‘supervise’ how you care for your child. A supervision order usually lasts up to one year unless the local authority asks the court for an extension (which can be at most two more years). If a supervision order is made, the local authority will generally agree a ‘contract’ or supervision plan with you. This will set out what is expected of you, and the services the local authority will provide.