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Thank you to everyone who joined us for Kibble’s Annual Conference 2025 in partnership with Safehinge Primera. The room was filled with fantastic energy. Over 250 attendees came with enthusiasm and optimism that together we can change the lives of children and young people. Opening the day was Kibble Executive Director, Dan Johnson and young person, Rachel, who shared a powerful insight into how important everyone in the room’s role is in shaping young lives, reflecting on the support she has felt from staff. We really hope this experience has left you inspired, motivated and carrying with you a new insight or perspective.

It’s International Women’s Day (IWD)! 💜 Education, training, mentoring and knowledge-sharing all help create a more supportive world. That’s why the IWD theme is ‘Give to Gain’. If we all give our time to sharing knowledge and resources, we create space for everyone to thrive. Our workforce believes in this mindset and strives to continue learning with Ambition being one of Kibble’s key values. Around 1 in 12 members of our dedicated staff steam are actively studying at any given time. 📚🎓 Well done to Principal Teacher Tracey, Senior Early Years Practitioner Angelina, Child and Youth Care Worker Lisa and Senior Practitioner Iona who recently gained additional qualifications funded by us. 👏🌟 Let’s celebrate Kibble’s role models who show others what’s possible, advancing themselves and passing on their expertise to uplift, lead and give back.

Apply now and look forward to going to work knowing you’re making a difference in the world. Start the New Year with a new rewarding career at Kibble. - Recruiting now – Built Environment Skills Instructor to teach trade skills to youngsters. Closes Monday 5th January. Kitchen Assistant to help the team plan recipes and prepare ingredients. Closes Friday 9th January. Early Years Practitioner opportunity at Puddle Lane children’s nursery, which offers affordable childcare to all across Glasgow, Renfrewshire and beyond as well as great discounts for Kibble’s staff team. Closes Thursday 15th January. Child and Youth Care Worker vacancies to support care-experienced children and young people, roles include part-time and night vacancies. Closing soon. Houseparent who makes the house a welcoming place to be, with the smell of soup in the air and warm, crusty bread on the table. Closes Friday 16th January. Maths Teacher to help pupils turn moments of confusion into “Aha, I understand”. Closes Friday 16th January. Music Teacher who designs lessons to suit the needs of our pupils. Applications can come from those with Media, Film and Screen experience. Closes Friday 16th January. Find out more about working with us: kibblecharity.org/x-o

✨ As we welcome in the New Year, we'd like to extend our best wishes to young people, families, carers, stakeholders and communities we support. We’re grateful to our dedicated staff, partners, and supporters whose commitment continues to make a positive difference every day. Wishing you a safe, happy and healthy 2026!

🎄On behalf of children, young people and staff across Kibble, we'd like to wish you a Merry Christmas and warm wishes for the festive season. Our Christmas message this year has been designed by a talented young person at Kibble who won our Christmas card competition.

🎄Last week we held our annual Winter Warmer performance alongside the incredible Dirty Feet Dance Company, Milldale Day Opportunities & Stanley Park Care Home. What an amazing festive afternoon we had of singing, dancing, music, film and even a panto performance by Goudie Academy pupils. Thanks to everyone who joined us for an amazing day!

On Christmas Day, find Kibble Kitchen Assistant Ruby singing Christmas songs while helping to prepare a traditional Christmas feast. The excitement in the kitchen feels much the same as any other time of year because the cheerful team are always happy and uplifting others! 🎅🍖✨ Ruby assists with recipes and meal preparation, keeps supplies well-stocked and preps ingredients. She also supports young people who are working towards their catering qualifications. “My best Christmas Day at Kibble was when one of the staff teams who look after young people decided to decorate a room into fancy restaurant. They wanted the kids to feel as if they were going out somewhere truly special for dinner.” As Kibble opens new services and aims to help even more young people, it is essential that staff share and uphold Ruby’s commitment and mindset to always put the kids first. 👋 Join Ruby and find out what career at Kibble you could have in the new year: kibble.org/news/the-smell… **Currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant.**

Goudie Academy pupils held their Christmas Fayre, raising a phenomenal £1288 for @CrewDarkwood. But that was only the start as Kibble agreed to once again match the donation, raising a ground-breaking £2576 to support Darkwood Crew's Christmas Appeal. The funds were used to purchase foods for the weekly food market which helps those in the community who are struggling to put food on the table. A huge well done to our pupils on their incredible fundraising efforts which will bring a little joy to families this Christmas.

Child and Youth Care Worker Jonathan prefers to spend Christmas Day with the young people he supports, surprising them with gifts under the tree! With a career in care spanning almost 10 years and a birthday on New Year’s Day, Jonathan has taken on the personality of a Christmas elf from Santa’s workshop, bringing joy and magic to the 25th December and catching up with his own family and friends the following week. 🗨️“I love working Christmas! It’s a time for having fun together and we have made our own traditions and routines here.” “On the big day, young people want to be in their jammies and super-soft oodies. They’ve challenged me to a game of Mario Kart too.” Join Jonathan in the new year and start a new career in one of our children’s residential houses: kibble.org/news/santas-he…

🎅It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas... Look who flew in especially to visit little ones at our Garnock Santa's Grotto! Children loved meeting Santa and his festive friends to receive an early Christmas present. There was lots of fun, laughter, games and a festive singalong.

Child and Youth Care Worker Helen says her career at Kibble has never felt like work even during the busy festive season. Find out how Helen's celebrating her 24th Christmas here: kibble.org/news/meet-the-… She's the real-life Mrs Claus! 🧣🤶✨

🎄Look who's back and causing all sorts of merry mischief! These pesky little elves have been up to high jinks once again and entertaining the children with their trickery. Watch this space for more mayhem over the month as we count down the days to Christmas! Tell us what one is your favourite?

Thank you Kirsty and @NSPCC_Scotland for the powerful keynote. We appreciate the authenticity and truth you brought to Kibble's Annual Conference 2025 in partnership with Safehinge Primera.

@NSPCC_Scotland Kirsty delivered a powerful and authentic keynote at Kibble’s Annual Conference. We are grateful for her genuine presence and the impact she brought to our event. Thank you for being part of the day @NSPCC_Scotland.

And that’s a wrap on Kibble’s Annual Conference! After an outstanding keynote from @Ricflomusic, our Chair @NicolaKillean drew the day to a close… and what a day it was. Keep planting those seeds, as they make such a difference to the trajectory of young people’s lives 🌱Thanks to all who came and supported. #KibbleConf25

@NHSaaaNSAIS Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a big part of the day. Great to bring so many like-minded people together to share insights, energy and a drive to make a difference.

What a great conference. Really inspiring and so grateful to be part of it. Thank you for the invite @KibbleGroup 🥰#kibbleconf25

“You need to be what you want to be, do what you want to do.” A little bit of audience participation to close the day’s proceedings. What a session, thanks @Ricflomusic, you have held the room with your honesty, authenticity and energy. A true inspiration. #KibbleConf25

“My workshops with young people are about creating a safe space where they can sing about what is important to them. It could be their pet, they may not be ready to share their story like me.” #KibbleConf25

“My foster family showed me love from day one and were the foundation of understanding what family meant. If it wasn’t for them, I probably wouldn’t know how to show love.” @Ricflomusic #KibbleConf25