London Borough of Enfield

Safer Spaces Practitioner

Thomas Hardy House SO2 £41,511 - £43,449 Closing Date: 11/10/2026 Permanent
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Summary: Join Enfield’s Transformative Children’s Services Enfield are looking to recruit a Safer Spaces Practitioner to join our newly established integrated multi-agency wrap around Family Help Partnership Hub. Safer Spaces Practitioner Full -Time Salary Range SO2 £41,511 - £43,449
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Requisition Details
  • Job ID: #269
  • Employer: London Borough of Enfield
  • Location: Thomas Hardy House
  • Closing Date: 11/10/2026
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Last Verified: 2026-10-10
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