SUN Spotlight: Supporting Young Carers in Schools and Colleges

About this Session

Young carers often balance their studies alongside caring responsibilities for a family member. This CPD session will explore the challenges young carers may experience, the impact on attendance, attainment and wellbeing, and the vital role schools and colleges play in identifying and supporting them. You will leave with practical ideas and resources to help ensure young carers are able to access the opportunities available to their peers.

Key Takeaways

• Understand the experiences and challenges faced by young carers
• Recognise signs that a student may have caring responsibilities
• Explore strategies to effectively support and signpost young carers

About the SUN CPD Programme 2026-27

• The Southern Universities Network (SUN) CPD Programme offers a range of free professional development opportunities for colleagues working across education and student support.
• This year's programme brings together expert speakers and experienced practitioners to explore some of the key issues affecting learners today, from supporting specific student groups and improving wellbeing, to helping young people navigate their next steps in education and employment.
  
• Our training is suitable for school and college staff, including teachers, senior leaders, pastoral teams, governors, careers and administrative staff, as well as university colleagues working in recruitment, outreach, teaching and student support roles, and local authority staff working within education services.
  
• Each session is designed to provide practical ideas, useful insights and opportunities to learn from others across the sector.Whether you're working directly with learners or helping shape institutional practice, we hope you'll leave with knowledge and approaches that can be applied within your own role and setting

For more information, please visit https://www.sunoutreach.org/ or email sun@soton.ac.uk