Children & Young People · Ages 5–17
Short Breaks
A special time just for your child
One-to-one time with a support worker, all year round, and holiday days in the school holidays. Your child does the things they enjoy most, and you get time for yourself.
Or call 07517369651
At a glance
- Who it’s for
- Ages 5–17
- Where
- Out and about, or at home
- When
- All year, at agreed times, plus holiday days
- How it starts
- We match a support worker
“Hi there!”
Welcome to Short Breaks! A special time just for you!
When you come to Short Breaks, you’ll spend time with your support worker. They’re here to help you have fun, feel safe, and do the things you enjoy most.
Sometimes your support worker might:
- Pick you up and take you out for fun trips
- Help you with arts and crafts
- Play games with you
- Go for walks or explore new places
- Or stay at home with you, if that’s what you prefer
Every Short Break is different, because it’s all about what makes you happy!
We can’t wait to spend time with you and make great memories together!
How Short Breaks start
Short Breaks are planned around your child, so they start with a conversation rather than a booking.
Tell us about your child
A short enquiry form about your child and their needs.
We meet you
An assessment with you and your child, to understand what they enjoy and need.
We match a support worker
Someone who suits your child, and who your child gets to know.
Short Breaks begin
At times agreed with you.
Takes about five minutes. Nothing to pay at this stage.
Holiday days
In the school holidays, Short Breaks also run as holiday days: fun, person-centred activities for children and young people aged 5 to 17, made to suit each child’s needs.
Cookery
Arts and crafts
Trips out
Dance
Music
Sports and games
Technology
…and more!
- When: Monday to Friday, school holidays only, 10am to 3pm
- Where: Northern Social Club, 1 Sessions House Yard, Pontefract WF8 1BN · Map
- Who: Ages 5–17
Or call 07517369651
Staff and safety
- Every support worker has an enhanced DBS check
- Learning disability and autism training
- A named safeguarding lead · Safeguarding policy
More for your child
Many families use Short Breaks alongside PlayScheme in the holidays. One family account covers them all.