A number of organisations exist which provide training and support around improving communication skills for the children’s workforce. This not only relates to communication with children and young people but between staff and volunteers themselves.

Contacts

Leicestershire Speech and Language Therapy Service

Can provide training for staff and volunteers on ways to develop effective speech, language and communication

http://www.leicschildhealth.nhs.uk/ClinicalServices-Therapy-SpeechandLan...

Leicester City Council – Talk Matters Scheme

http://www.leicester.gov.uk/index.asp?pgid=124548