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Reference Number: CEX-002331 Salary: SO1 £38,256 - £39,276 Advert closing date: 19/12/2025 Department: People Location: Civic Centre Site Contract type: Fixed Term Division: SEN & Curriculum Inclusion Hours Per Week: 36 Contract End Date: March 31st 2026 Interview Date: Online - TBC Job Description The SEN Service is seeking to recruit a Family Support Worker at SO1 grade. The post will be in the first instance fixed term until 31st March 2026. This is subject to funding. The post forms part of the Change Partnership Programme and will be part of our Local Inclusion Support Offer. This is a new concept for SEN and we are seeking a family support worker that will be able to work with our families and support them to embed skills started in school at home. They will be able to support families with some parenting skills where there are additional needs that are impacting on the family. This may be signposting to Early Help or support with housing needs. We would ideally like someone who has some experience or understanding of Social Prescribing. The purpose of the role is to ensure that the family are able to understand and engage in the education system and that the skills learned in school are embedded at home. You will directly report to the Programme Coordinator. You should be able to work with a range of professionals from education, health and social care. We are seeking a committed professional who must have education and SEN experience and be able to communicate effectively with families. You should have wider knowledge of education, health and social care support available to families and ensure that families are receiving the right support. Ideally knowledge of social prescribing would be a useful tool for this programme. We anticipate that you will be educated to degree level, have significant experience of the education, health, and social care system. Contact Details - If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Barbara Thurogood on 0208 132 1523 for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit to the team. We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV. We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we’d love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more. Why it's great to work for Enfield Council: • An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)., • Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas., • A blend of remote and office based working for most roles., • Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months., • Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods., • Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family., • Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work., • 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

About The Role Reporting to: Designated Safeguarding Lead Location: Ark Pioneer Academy Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Term Time Start date: January 2026 Salary: Band 9 of the Ark Support Scale: £38,440 to £46,134 The role We are seeking to appoint an experienced, committed and highly organised Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to support the continued development of our strong safeguarding culture at Ark Pioneer Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to join a truly exceptional team and play a key role in ensuring that every child at Ark Pioneer is safe, supported and able to thrive. In this pivotal role, you will support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with all safeguarding and child protection matters across the school. You will act as a first point of contact for safeguarding concerns, lead on casework, liaise with external agencies, and ensure robust, compliant safeguarding systems and processes are in place. Your work will be central to promoting pupil wellbeing, early help and effective intervention across the school. What’s special about this role? This role sits at the heart of the school’s pastoral and safeguarding systems, ensuring that every child receives timely and appropriate support. You will work closely with the DSL, senior leaders, pastoral teams and external agencies to maintain the highest standards of safeguarding practice. Key aspects of the role include, but are not limited to: • Acting as a key point of contact for safeguarding concerns and referrals, • Managing safeguarding casework and maintaining accurate, secure records, • Supporting the DSL with the implementation of statutory safeguarding duties, • Coordinating early help interventions and liaising with external agencies, • Contributing to multi-agency meetings, reports and action plans, • Ensuring compliance with “Keeping Children Safe in Education” and all Ark safeguarding policies Who are we looking for? At Ark Pioneer, we believe every child has the right to feel safe, valued and supported at school—and safeguarding is fundamental to achieving this. We are looking for someone who shares this belief and who brings: • Prior safeguarding experience, ideally in a school or similar setting, • A strong understanding of child protection, early help and statutory guidance, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • High levels of organisation, discretion and professional judgement, • Confidence in managing sensitive information appropriately, • The ability to analyse information, identify risks and act swiftly Benefits Why will you love our school? There are lots of reasons! We’re lucky to be based in a brand-new building with top-class facilities and serve a wonderfully diverse community—non-denominational, mixed gender, with two-fifths of pupils receiving pupil premium funding. Our values Aim High, Have Integrity, Be Kind and Model Determination shape everything we do, and our team unites behind a shared vision of excellence for all pupils. We prioritise staff development and wellbeing. You’ll receive coaching and tailored professional development to help you grow in your role, and you’ll join a warm, collaborative team who thrive on supporting each other. With our extended school day (4pm finish four days a week), we deliver a rich and broad curriculum for our pupils—yet we never hold meetings after school. Our team says: “All staff are incredibly supportive and positive, and it is a great environment to work in.” • Read more about our school here, • Click here to see our school in action Ark employees also benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, and a range of discounts and perks. Simply put, you won’t find a more supportive or ambitious network of schools. Read more about Ark here

Pabulum Catering are now recruiting for a Chef Manager help us deliver exceptional food experiences to our children at Hatfield Community Free Primary School. As a Chef Manager, you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding experience for our school. In return we offer an excellent work life balance, support and a fantastic company culture for a business committed to providing healthy food to children. At Pabulum, you’re important; without our employees we wouldn’t be where we are today with such a strong, innovative, and constantly growing business. With over 120 sites across Southern England there’s plenty of opportunity for you to grow, learn and develop. Your key responsibilities will include: • Preparing our delicious food, • Managing the main aspects of the kitchens including including Health & Safety and Training & Development, and you'll have the Unit Bookwork to keep up to date, • Receiving and managing food deliveries and managing storage, • Passionate about food and great customer service, • A fantastic communicator who works well as part of a team. Good communication skills throughout our customer and client journey are a must, with excellent supervisory skills being the real key to managing, developing and motivating a large team, • You will need to be financially astute, but we'll make sure you receive full training in all our processes and software systems to help you., • £27,000 per annum, • 35 hours a week, • Monday to Friday, • Excellent work/life balance due to term time only contract, • Holiday pay, • NEST pension scheme, • Comprehensive Employee Assist Programme, • Consistent training and development, • Unlock - discount membership, • The food - Here at Pabulum, we take our values so seriously that we put Education, Passion, Sensation, and Innovation forefront of everything we do. 94% of our food is freshly prepared on site every day, using 75% British produce and little or no frozen or processed foods., • The people - Happy customers always come back for more, so we expect you to ensure they have an excellent customer experience. Interested in becoming part of the Pabulum family? Please apply online via the advert Job Reference: com/2611/43510001/52776719/BU #Pabulum CH&CO, a part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

SEN Teaching Assistant - Enfield - January 2026 This secondary school in Enfield is a well-established, inclusive and community-focused setting, proudly rated Good by Ofsted. The school is known for its strong pastoral systems, well-structured curriculum, and commitment to ensuring every pupil feels supported and able to thrive. Its SEN provision is a key strength, with a dedicated team working closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support for students with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD and mild-to-moderate learning difficulties. Staff describe the environment as positive, nurturing and collaborative, with a clear focus on pupil development and creating opportunities for all learners. SEN Teaching Assistant - What the School Offers Comprehensive CPD and ongoing training for all support staff Strong behaviour policies that support both staff and pupils A structured induction programme with guidance from experienced mentors A collaborative and friendly team culture Opportunities to progress into teacher training or extended contracts SEN Teaching Assistant - What the Role Involves Providing 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH Assisting in implementing personalised learning plans Supporting pupils in lessons to help them access the curriculum Encouraging positive engagement and promoting independence Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams SEN Teaching Assistant - What the School is Looking For The school is seeking a proactive, compassionate and committed individual with excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn. A 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university is desirable, and previous child-centred experience is valuable to us. Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. SEN Teaching Assistant - Salary and Contract Info £444+ per week - pro rata to term time only Full-time, long-term contract (January-July), term-time only Opportunity for progression into teacher training or extended contracts If you are passionate about supporting pupils and gaining high-quality school-based experience, we encourage you to apply and join a supportive and thriving learning environment. Ribbons & Reeves is one of Londons leading Education Recruitment agencies. We specialise in helping support staff secure long-term and permanent roles like this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Enfield. For more opportunities, search 'Ribbons & Reeves' online or get in touch today were here to support your next step. SEN Teaching Assistant | January 2026 | INDHOT TPBN1_UKTJ

Other suitable skills and experience include Performing Arts Instructor, Movement Therapist, Dance Coach, Expressive Arts Facilitator, Drama & Dance Teacher, SEN Activity Coordinator, Choreographer, Wellness Coach, Physical Education Tutor, Community Dance Practitioner TPBN1_UKTJ. Inspire joy, move

Are you a psychology graduate looking for hands-on experience working with children and young people? Want to build practical skills in a supportive, inclusive environment? Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Daily Rate: £95-£110 Contract: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm) Location: Camden, London Academics, a leading London education recruitment agency, is recruiting psychology graduates to join a vibrant school for learners aged 5 - 11 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs. What You'll Do: Support pupils aged 5-11 with ASD and other special educational needs. Work in small groups (8-10 pupils) alongside teachers and fellow TAs. Deliver personalised support to foster trust and engagement. Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to help students thrive. Assist with personal care and swimming sessions when/if required. Why This Role is Perfect for Psychology Graduates: Gain valuable experience working with neurodiverse children and young people. Apply psychological theories of learning, behaviour, and development in practice. Work within a multidisciplinary team, including educators and therapists. Develop skills relevant to careers in educational psychology, clinical psychology, speech therapy, or social work. Build your confidence in a nurturing, real-world setting. Who We're Looking For: Psychology graduates eager to learn and make an impact. Empathetic, reliable, and motivated individuals who build strong relationships. Candidates interested in long-term roles with opportunities for progression. Passionate advocates for inclusion, mental health, and SEND education. Benefits: Work in a modern, purpose-built school with an inclusive ethos. Join a supportive, experienced team focused on professional growth. Long-term placements with potential for permanent roles after 6-12 months. A unique chance to gain SEND experience and support inspiring students. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now with your up-to-date CV to join this inspiring school community starting in January. Interviews taking place throughout November. TPBN1_UKTJ

The postholder is expected to work Tuesday Saturday, 10:00?am 6:00?pm, with a requirement to work earlier or later shifts as and when required to support service needs About North London Waste Authority (NLWA) Our mission is to preserve resources and the environment for future generations. We serve two million residents in seven boroughs and run communications and engagement campaigns to help them reduce their rubbish and recycle more. We campaign for government and industry action to reduce unnecessary single-use items, encourage reuse and repair and promote effective recycling. We deliver an education programme at our new education centre in Edmonton and in schools across north London, helping students learn about sustainability, reduce waste and embed long-term environmental habits. About the role To increase participation in the Authoritys recycling service and reduce recycling contamination by engaging directly with residents and businesses. The role involves property surveys, door-to-door visits, advice and education campaigns to help residents reduce waste and recycle more effectively, with a particular focus on improving the quality of household recycling. Key responsibilities include: Conduct surveys and assessments of residential properties to understand current recycling behaviours and identify barriers to participation. Engage directly with residents through door-to-door visits, community events and roadshows to promote food recycling, packaging recycling and general waste reduction. Provide tailored advice and practical information to residents about the correct use of recycling services. Monitor participation levels, capture feedback from residents, and help identify areas requiring further intervention or targeted campaigns. Assist in the distribution of leaflets and other materials to encourage correct recycling practices. Support communication campaigns and social media content by feeding in local insights and examples. Maintain accurate records of visits, surveys, engagement activities and resident feedback. Work closely with other teams (e.g. collections, communications, enforcement) to help address local recycling challenges. Undertake other duties, commensurate with the grade, as may reasonably be required TPBN1_UKTJ