“Over 13.6% of our student body are caring for a dependent and, while we have a good support network in place for all our students, we realise that student carers will sometimes need additional support or guidance, or even just a listening ear.
“The Student Support team works closely with curriculum and department teams to provide linked up support for student carers who will have a tailored Student Support Plan, which is reviewed regularly throughout the year. The Student Support team plays an important role liaising and networking with other staff members so that student carers do not have to keep repeating their circumstances.
Stephen added: “Caring can impact on all aspects of a student’s life, from relationships and health to finances and work. We understand that carers face challenging circumstances, particularly over the past year and it is important that can identify student carers and proactively support them.
As a nationally recognised accreditation, it is hoped that both prospective and current students will feel more comfortable disclosing that they are carers, and are more aware of what support mechanisms are possible to make sure that the College recognises their unique circumstances.
The College welcomes students from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds and will offer appropriate, discrete support. The Student Support team can be contacted directly on each campus site if you have any concerns or queries by emailing student.support@nrc.ac.uk
Carers Week 2021 Carers Week 2021, an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and highlight the challenges they face and contribution they make to families and communities, runs from Monday, June Monday 7 until Sunday 13 June. The theme this year is to Make Caring Visible and Valued.