Lifespace Trust

03/09/2026

We have a free webinar available to parents/carers of children and young people in Warwickshire.

Join us for talking about mental health with your child or young person. We'll also spend some time going through the resources that we offer to children and young people within the ECHO service. Sign up https://tinyurl.com/6xcyw4jr

03/09/2026

A strong start to the new school term at Lifespace. We were joined by Adrian Over for our annual safeguarding refresher, a core part of our four‑year training plan.

Safeguarding is fundamental to our work with young people: essential, sometimes challenging, and always evolving.

This year’s session explored the vital role safeguarding plays in trusted mentoring relationships, alongside the latest KCSIE 2026 updates.

It was also great to welcome some new members of the Lifespace team into the training!

01/09/2026

28/08/2026

Is your young person starting secondary school this September? 🍂📚

This transition can bring a mix of emotions for both young people and their parents or carers.

While it's natural to want to fix every worry, one of the most helpful things you can do is offer reassurance, encouragement, and a listening ear.

Listen Without Pressure:
Give your child space to talk about their worries and excitement. Sometimes they need someone to listen rather than solve the problem.

Establish a Routine Early:
Practise the school journey, set regular bedtimes, and get organised before term starts. Familiar routines can help reduce anxiety.

Encourage Independence:
Support your child to manage their timetable, homework, and belongings. Building confidence in small tasks can help them feel more capable.

Reassure Them That Nerves Are Normal:
Starting secondary school is a big step. Let them know it's okay to feel nervous and that it can take time to adjust to a new environment.

💙 Lifespace is here to support young people and families through life's changes and challenges. If you or your child need support with emotional wellbeing, we're here to help.

27/08/2026

Starting secondary school this September? 🌟

It's completely normal to feel excited, nervous, or a mix of both. Remember, every new year starts with small steps, and it takes time to adjust to new routines, teachers, and friendships.

Be kind to yourself, ask for help when you need it, and know that you're not alone in how you're feeling.

💙 Lifespace is here to support young people and their emotional wellbeing through life's changes and challenges. If you need support, we're here for you.

Get in touch: [email protected], Lifespace.org.uk, 01789 297400

26/08/2026

Only 1 in 10 parents feel they have enough support for their child's mental health and wellbeing. 💚

New research from Anna Freud found that just 13% of parents and carers feel they have enough support, with many calling for more guidance around stress, anxiety and low mood, better access to mental health support in schools, stronger community-based services, and easier access to counselling.

The findings also highlight the pressures many families are facing. Parents reported concerns around the impact of social media, anxiety and stress, school pressures, low self-esteem, friendships, and community safety.

Supporting a young person's wellbeing shouldn't fall on parents and carers alone. Young people thrive when families, schools, communities, and professionals work together to provide the right support at the right time.

At Lifespace, we're committed to creating safe spaces where young people can be heard, understood, and empowered, while recognising the vital role parents, carers and professionals play in supporting positive mental health.

What support do you think would make the biggest difference for young people and their families?

Take a look at Annafreud.org for more info. Reach out to Lifespace: [email protected], lifespace.org.uk, 01789 297400.

25/08/2026

🌟 Could you help shape the future of early intervention support for young people in Warwickshire? 🌟

We're looking for a new Trustee (Mentoring & Supervision Lead) to join the Lifespace Trust Board.

Lifespace has a high-performing and engaged Board of Trustees, with each trustee bringing specialist expertise to support, challenge and strengthen the organisation. Together, we've delivered strongly against an ambitious three-year strategy, extending our reach from South and Mid Warwickshire to a growing countywide footprint, developing new services and partnerships, and attracting national interest in our Supervision in Education offer.

As we look ahead to the next three years, we're seeking someone with experience in mentoring, counselling, psychotherapy or another therapeutic discipline to help shape our next chapter.

As our Mentoring & Supervision Lead Trustee, you'll provide strategic oversight of our mentoring and supervision practice, helping us maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, quality and youth-led support while continuing to grow our impact.

This role would suit someone with experience in:

✅ Mentoring
✅ Counselling
✅ Psychotherapy
✅ Other therapeutic or talking therapy approaches

Commitment

• Six Board meetings per year (hybrid attendance available)
• Annual strategy session
• Occasional events and engagement opportunities
• Initial three-year term

You don't need previous trustee experience, but you will bring relevant professional expertise, sound judgement and a commitment to ensuring young people can access support early, before challenges escalate into crisis.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a charity with a strong track record, an ambitious vision and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people.

For more information and to download the role description and application form, visit the Downloads section of our website or contact [email protected].

Please share with your network if someone comes to mind.

25/08/2026

As September approaches, many young people may be feeling a mix of emotions about returning to school.

A listening ear, consistent routines, and reassurance can make a huge difference.

Remember, support doesn't mean having all the answers, it means being there. 💙

If you need extra support, say [email protected], 01789 297400, lifespace.org.uk

24/08/2026

Heading back to school in September? Remember: it's okay to feel nervous: reach out for support, look after your wellbeing, and be kind to yourself.

You've got this 💙