Teachers

Life at school or college provides challenges for all young people, but for those who have a caring role at home there are often additional problems that arise in their education. Commonly there are issues with attendance, behaviour, achievement and home-school communication.

Our Surrey Young Carers Service Education Advisors are on hand to assist education settings in supporting these students. Their service is free, and includes:

• Consultations to advise and assist staff
• Briefings with INSET days and staff meetings
• Developing the means to identify and support young carers
• Assembly talks to students
• Listening support, information and advocacy for students
• PSHE resources for Key Stages 2, 3 and 4

By raising awareness in this way, education professionals are better able to address the issues affecting young carers and establish appropriate support.

If you are currently working with a young carer and feel that they would benefit from the support offered by Surrey Young Carers, download our referral form.

Download form/application process