• Welcome to the Sheffield Parent Carer Forum!

    • Are you the parent or carer of a child or young person with additional needs in Sheffield?
      We are here to support you. We connect families from all areas of Sheffield to provide mutual support, exchange information and work with decision makers to improve services for our children.

      We want to hear what you think. Join our community today and benefit from being part of the largest network of parent carers in Sheffield.

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  • Coffee & Chat (5 June)

    • Coffee & Chat is drop-in style coffee morning for parent carers, with bookable one-to-one consultations with a professional running alongside it.

      This month, we’ll be joined by Evie from Mencap. You can book a 20-minute consultation with Evie to learn more about how Mencap can support your family and the services they offer. Book Here: 

      If you just want to attend the general coffee morning, you don’t need to book. Just turn up, and you’ll receive a warm welcome from our peer support team.

      • WHEN
      • 9:30am - 12:00pm Friday 5th Jun 2026
        • WHERE
        Burton Street Foundation,
        57 Burton Street,
        Sheffield,
        S6 2HH

  • Hope for SEND: Support Group (8 June)

    • Join our friendly support group for parents and carers of children with Autism, ADHD, or other disabilities. We meet every Monday in term time. Enjoy a relaxed space to take a break, have a cuppa, and chat. Join in as much or as little as you like.

      No need to book! Please come to reception on arrival and you will be directed to the group.

      • WHEN
      • 1:00pm - 2:30pm Monday 8th Jun 2026
        • WHERE
        High Green Development Trust,
        The Campus,
        Pack Horse Lane,
        High Green ,
        Sheffield ,
        S35 3HY

  • Ready Steady Go!! Every Wednesday – Including school holidays

    • Do you have a child under 5 with SEND or suspected SEND?

      Join us for an inclusive playgroup every Wednesday morning (including school holidays) 10.30am-11.30am at High Green Development Trust, S35 3HY. No need to book!!

      A space where your child can play and you can meet other parents. Our peer support workers will also be there to offer information and advice. For further information please email peersupport@sheffieldparentcarerforum.org.uk

      • WHEN
      • 10:30am - 11:30am Wednesday 10th Jun 2026
        • WHERE
        High Green Development Trust,
        The Campus,
        Pack Horse Lane,
        High Green ,
        Sheffield ,
        S35 3HY
    • 1st April 2026

    • We are recruiting a peer support worker

    • Another exciting opportunity has arisen within our Peer Support Service. We are looking to appoint another Peer Support Worker for a 20 hour, fixed term contract ending 30th April 2027 (subject to funding, this could be extended).

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    • 18th March 2026

    • Join our volunteer community

    • Are you passionate about supporting families with children and young people with SEND? We are currently recruiting volunteers to support us in our work here at Sheffield Parent Carer Forum. We have a range of exciting, flexible roles available, and your time could make a real difference in our community.

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    • 23rd February 2026

    • What does the Government’s new white paper mean for me?

    • Today sees the publication of the Government’s schools whitepaper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving and the opportunity for families, Parent Carer Forums (PCFs) and stakeholders to comment directly on the proposals. We understand that some families may feel anxious about what the published proposals might mean for them and children and young people with SEND. This article outlines what the white paper is, what happens next and what it means for families right now.

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