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Northamptonshire Community Short Breaks PMLD

Mission Statement

Northants Short Breaks Service (SBS) is a county-wide service providing short breaks to children and young people and their families, supporting a range of ages and needs

We have an inclusive approach that takes into account age, disability, and wider needs. It fits with our ethos of believing in the importance of allowing children and young people to socialise and develop relationships with other children and young people, regardless of their age, need and ability.

The SBS staff are highly committed and dedicated. We provide a safe, fun and consistent environment for children and young people to be themselves. Children and young people have the opportunity to socialise with peers, build confidence, resilience, self-esteem, and independence. Our clubs are a place to relax and have fun while learning and trying both new and familiar activities that help them to develop and grow. Action for Children staff provide and respond to the emotional, behavioural, physical, and medical needs of each child and young person.

Who we support

Children and young people in Northamptonshire, aged 5 to 18, with a range of needs, such as Moderate Learning Disabilities (MLD), Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Asperger’s, and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD).

Parent, carers and families who have a child/children with a disability.

Disability Short Break Support Mentor

Disability Support Assistance

Disability Support Assistance

Be rewarded and have new experiences, volunteer with us as an Disability Support Assistance.

 

Can you:

  • Be patient and reliable
  • Have experience of or the desire to support children/young people with disabilities
  • Have good communication skills
  • Are able to work alongside a variety of different people
  • Have a positive attitude
  • Use your initiative but also ask for help when needed
  • Be willing to challenge discrimination.

What you can expect:

  • Interacting with service users, whilst listening to what they have to say, to make their voice heard
  • Supporting with reading and writing tasks when needed
  • Join in and helping with activities.
  • Contributing to children/young person’s social, emotional and educational development
  • Keeping records of activities including session and travelling times

 What we can offer:

  • Getting to know some great people!
  • Gaining experience in supporting children and young people with disabilities
  • Enjoying sense of personal satisfaction

 Action for Children does what’s right, does what’s needed and does what works.

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