Action for Kids

- What does it do?

Action for Kids is a national charity that aims to help children and young people who suffer from physical and mental disabilities to lead full and independent lives. It delivers a range of services including a helpline and family support service, the provision of mobility equipment and its maintenance and learning services to help young people get into work or develop life skills.

- Where is it based?

The charity is based in Hornsey, north London.

- What jobs are available?

Action for Kids has around 30 full-time and 25 part-time employees. It also makes widespread use of volunteers to raise its £2m annual budget. Roles include family liaison officers, learning support assistants and support staff such as drivers and chaperones. The in-house team also includes the fundraising, HR, IT and finance departments, who are often assisted by young people working alongside staff to provide genuine input to the charity.