Wokingham

Due to widespread interest, Wokingham District Council’s youth service is running a further Red Cross accredited babysitting course at Earley Centre Point Youth and Community Centre in Lower Earley.

The course, starting from Thursday April 20 between 6.30pm and 9pm, runs for 10 weeks. There will be 12 places available for young people wishing to gain this qualification and places are being offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The course costs £15 per person and they must be aged 13 years and over. All young people will need to complete an application form, which is available from the youth centre on Chalfont Close.

The course will involve working with Wokingham local youth workers and other outside agencies including qualified first aiders, health visitors and Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service. Following successful completion of the course and an assessment, young people will be awarded with a certificate.

Youth worker Rachel Robinson said: “Due to an overwhelming demand from young people in the local area, we’ve organised a further babysitting course. Upon successful completion young people will be able to prove to friends and parents of young children that they have undergone a comprehensive training course. Topics covered will teach youngsters about the law surrounding childcare, accident prevention, first aid and fire safety.

“Parents are often concerned about who they leave their younger children with and may worry about the ability of some youngsters when faced with challenging child care situations. This course will equip young people with the confidence and skills required to deal with potentially difficult situations should they arise, enabling them to take appropriate action if necessary.”

For more information, please contact Rachael Robinson on (0118) 9312951 or by email rachael.robinson@wokingham.gov.uk

Wokingham District Council,