A podcast for people who are passionate about working with children and young people. Hosted by Dr Kay Calver who is a Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Bedfordshire. In each episode, I will be joined by a special guest to explore different career options relating to children and young people. We will also explore current issues facing the sector and top tips for achieving your desired career. I hope you find the podcast informative and inspiring. Want to get in touch? Follow on Instagram or email workingwithcyp@gmail.com
Expert in Supported Accommodation | CEO of a Children’s Social Care Company | Trauma informed practice | ACEs | Child Development | Leaving care transitions | Setting up your own business | Ofsted
David Thompson has held a number of roles working in children’s social care and started his own business at the age of 24. David shares what he believes makes good quality practice, especially for post 16 social care transitions. We discuss the importance of trauma informed practice and having knowledge and understanding of child development and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). David highlights the opportunities and challenges facing the social care sector, especially in light of new Ofsted regulations. David stresses the importance of “collaboration over competition” and shares how he is working with others to improve standards and care for children and young people across the sector.
Links mentioned in the episode:
Inicio Group (https://inicio-group.co.uk/) – David’s business
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10 Apr 2024
Youth Worker Team Coordinator | Early Intervention Work | Youth Participation | JNC qualified |
Laura Wood shares her experiences of being a Youth Worker Team Coordinator for a Community Interest Group. Laura discusses the importance of youth work and what ‘good’ quality youth work looks like. Laura charts her work experience with children and young people and the different types of youth work that are available. Laura explains why she felt it was important to gain her JNC qualification (qualified youth worker status) and how this impacted her salary. Laura studied BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth at the University of Northampton and later an MA in Youth and Community Leadership.
Hannah Stuart shares her experiences of being an Emotional Wellbeing Mentor in a Special Educational Needs School. Hannah explains how she works with children and young people aged 5-19 who have special educational needs, and who may have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Part of Hannah’s role is supporting students to emotionally regulate and to find strategies to support their learning and wellbeing. Hannah’s school draws on The Thrive Approach to supporting mental health and wellbeing and she shares her insights into this approach. Hannah reflects on her previous work experience and time at university studying BA (Hons) Education with Psychology at the University of Bedfordshire.
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