Supporting Young Carers in Employment
Earners of this credential have pledged to make time for young carers. They understand the unique challenges young carers face when entering the work of work and once in employment. They recognise the transferable skills young carers have to offer organisations because of their lived experience and support the view that employers should encourage job applicants from young carers and support young carer employees to achieve their potential by offering flexible working practices.
Skills / Knowledge
- Young carers
- Diversity
- Equality
- Equity
- Inclusion
- Progression
- Recruitment
Earning Criteria
Optional
Attended the City & Guilds Foundation / Carers Trust event
Made a pledge to supporting young carers in employment
Shared with their networks. Through sharing this credential with their networks, they are raising awareness and contributing to building fairer and more inclusive workplaces.