Young Carer

Young Carers: Support at Mossbourne Fobbing Academy

A young carer is a student who helps look after someone at home due to illness, disability, mental health needs or other challenges.

Many students do not realise they are young carers—but if you regularly support someone at home, we are here to help.

You may be a young carer if you:

  • Help with cooking, cleaning or household tasks
  • Support with personal care or mobility
  • Help manage medication or appointments
  • Look after younger siblings
  • Provide emotional support to a family member

How This Can Feel

Being a young carer can sometimes impact your time, friendships and how you feel. You may experience stress, worry or tiredness—and that is completely understandable.

Support Available

At Mossbourne Fobbing Academy, we are here to support you.

  • Attend the Young Carers Hub – every Wednesday lunchtime in the LRC
  • Leave a message in the Young Carers post box to request support

We can help with:

  • Managing schoolwork and organisation
  • Providing a safe space to talk
  • Accessing additional support for you and your family

The Key Message

You are not alone. If you think you might be a young carer, please reach out—we are here to support you.

For more information click below:

Essex Youth Service

NHS: Being a young carer: your rights Carers Trust

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