Disabled Living is a Charity and as part of our services we organise the Kidz to Adultz events in various locations around the UK. Kidz to Adultz North is a free event for children and young people with disabilities and additional needs, their parents, carers and all the professionals who support them.   

Kidz to Adultz North is taking place on Thursday, 3^rd December at Exhibition Centre, Liverpool Experience Campus, Kings Dock, L3 4FP For further information visit our website: https://www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk/kidz-north/

This event provides access to information, support, equipment, products and services with over 100+ exhibitors. Running alongside the exhibition there a full programme of free CPD accredited seminars on a range of topics delivered by renowned experts in the field of disability and additional needs. We also have a range of activities taking place within the fun zone, soft play areas and a Christmas Grotto with Santa.    

Kidz to Adultz North 2026 marks the finale of our 25th Anniversary celebrations – celebrating 25 incredible years since the very first Kidz to Adultz event was established. To mark this special milestone, we are planning some exciting celebrations throughout the event and look forward to sharing this memorable occasion with our visitors, exhibitors and partners.

 The event are more than just an exhibition; we’re a community of all ages with disabilities and additional needs and those who care for them. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive environment to discover the latest products and services, gain insights from industry experts and make lasting connections.   

 We anticipate around 2,000+ visitors throughout the day (professionals, parents, carers and the children and young adults) and we are currently looking for a number of volunteers to support us with the following tasks:   

2x Reception - 8.30am to 3.30pm approx.   

To assist with digital registration: welcoming visitors, checking visitors in on an iPad, handing out showguides and directing visitors to toilets, exhibition hall, seminar rooms, etc. Training will be given, and you will be working alongside our staff for guidance.    

2x Reception - 8.30am to 3.30pm approx.   

To assist with manual registration: welcoming visitors, assisting with filling out manual registration slips, handing out showguides and directing visitors to toilets, exhibition hall, seminar rooms, etc. Training will be given, and you will be working alongside our staff for guidance.    

The tasks outlined above would be a great fit for students on an events related course, though this is not essential.  

 2x Seminar Rooms - 8.30am to 3.30pm approx  (4 volunteers)  

To assist in the seminar rooms:  to do a very brief introduction of each speaker for each seminar presentation and would suit a confident speaker (a script will be provided), taking a headcount on the number of delegates in attendance for our statistics, being on hand to report any technical issues to the AV technicians. If any of the topics are of particular interest, we may be able to assign volunteers to a particular seminar room.  Training and briefing will be given.  

The seminar programme will be live on our website soon.

There is an opportunity to sit in on the seminar presentations and gain CPD credits for portfolios. This task would support those studying healthcare related topics, though this is not essential..   

2x Marketing - 8.30am to 3.30pm approx.   

To support our Marketing Team with photo publicity forms whilst circulating the event/hall. You will be working alongside our staff for guidance.   This task would suit those studying events/marketing courses, though this is not essential.  

 2x Christmas Grotto - 8.30am to 3.30pm approx   

To assist with the Christmas Grotto and support Santa, helping the children and young adults to choose their gifts and creating a welcoming and fun environment.   

2x Fun & Features Area - 8.30am to 3.30pm approx   

To assist with the promotion of the fun & features taking place, encouraging interaction, promoting next feature, etc.   

  Volunteers should arrive at the venue at 8.15am for a briefing and tour of the exhibition.  We can be flexible on the finish time if this is an issue.    

 We would ask volunteers to wear a white tee-shirt, polo shirt or shirt and black, navy, blue or grey trousers or skirt and we will supply branded lanyards.  Comfy shoes are a must.    

In return for your support at the event, we will allocate a £15 lunch allowance, a maximum of £10 travel expenses and a certificate of attendance for your CPD portfolio.    

Please do get in touch if you are able to support this event, and your preference on task that would most support your studies and talents.  

For more information or to express your interest, please do get in touch.

Thank you.

Carmel Hourigan

Senior Manager – Disabled Living, Kidz to Adultz events

Kidzteam@disabledliving.co.uk     0161 214 4592