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How long have you worked for BELS? Since April 2024   Tell us a bit about your role I co-ordinate engagement and communication across the Change Partnership Programme (CPP). Barnet is the regional lead for London on this Department for Education initiative. The CPP is being used nationally to test and learn about improvements to SEND support and alternative provision, so my role is varied and spans across many different projects! As part of this, I am leading on a pilot Autis

How long have you worked for BELS? 4 years as member of staff   Tell us a bit about your role:   As Programme Manager l lead the design, coordination, and delivery of high-quality, impactful programmes that support care leavers and young people involved in the youth justice system. I have also worked with training providers—such as schools, FE colleges, alternative provision settings, and community organisations—to ensure that young people have access to meaningful post-16 op

28 November 2025 was a momentous day for St Andrew the Apostle School as guests of honour the Rt Hon Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson, and His Grace, Bishop Iakovos of Claudiopolis, officially opened the new school building.   Bishop Iakovas led a service on behalf of His Eminence, Archbishop Nikitas of Great Britain and Thyateira, blessed the new building and unveiled a portrait of His Eminence, the late Archbishop Gregorios of Great Britain and Thyateira

International Day for Disabled People is on 3 December 2025 and recognises visible and invisible disabilities to promote the importance of inclusion in life and the workplace. To mark this important celebration, FAB (Fit and Active Barnet) and partners have extended the International Day into a full week full of activities! For further information please visit International Week for Disabled People . There are a great range of accessible sessions Better and partners are holdi