www.wiltshire.gov.uk
Carers and Work
The demands of caring can often lead carers to give up work, reduce their hours and limit opportunities to undertake further learning.
There are a number of recent developments which can help carers stay in work or return to work, including flexible working arrangements and financial support for some carers. This icludes Nre Deal 50 plus and the Education Maintenance Allowance which can help young carers to continue to study.
City and Guilds has worked with Carers UK, ACE National and other partners to develop "Learning for Living", personal development and learning tools for carers. Learning for Living consists of online learning resources for carers and a qualification.
Find out more
- Workable Wiltshire website has a carers section where you will find information about issues facing carers, whether you are already in work or are thinking of getting back to work. www.workablewiltshire.info/carers
- ACE National action for carers and employment led by Carers UK
- Carers UK information on caring and work
- City and Guilds online learning for carers
- Department for Work and Pensions benefits information for starting work, returning to work or support in work
- Directgov information for carers in education or employment
- Princess Royal Trust for Carers information on caring and work
Contact Details
By Post
Social Care Help Desk
Wiltshire County Council
Department of Community Services
(Adult Social Care Services)
County Hall
Trowbridge
BA14 8LE
By Email
socialcarehelpdesk@wiltshire.gov.uk
By Telephone
01225 713001
By Fax
01225 713355
Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm
