Young Carer Awareness Training

MYTIME Young Carers is a UK award winning Dorset charity that works to ensure young carers feel seen, heard and valued. Many young carers take on caring responsibilities at home yet remain unnoticed in community settings, including sports clubs & youth groups. This training helps teams understand their world and the simple steps that create a more inclusive and supportive environment.

Spotlight Sessions are free one hour awareness sessions designed for any community group working with children and young people. The session covers who young carers are, the pressures they may be carrying, early signs to look for and practical ways to help young carers feel understood and welcome. Sessions can be delivered online or in person with flexible options that include evenings.

By taking part, groups increase their confidence in identifying young carers, strengthen their safeguarding practice and show families that inclusion is a priority. Small changes can have a huge impact on a young person who might be juggling hobbies with significant responsibilities at home.

To register interest and book a session, complete this short form:

Expression of Interest - Spotlight Sessions  

For any questions or to speak with the MYTIME team, please get in touch at [email protected]