St Elizabeth's Centre

01/11/2026

Working in our children's homes is so much more than a job. You'll be part of a team that changes children's lives and helps them feel safe, valued and supported. 💜

Every day brings new challenges, but also the opportunity to make a lasting impact and help young people reach their full potential.

No lengthy application form at this stage, simply register your interest and let us do the rest!

https://www.stelizabeths.org.uk/book-a-visit/recruitment-register-your-interest/

31/10/2026

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St Elizabeth's Centre at Perry Green won the title of “Outstanding Complex Care Provider” at a national awards ceremony at the Hilton London Bankside hotel in Southwark on Tuesday ⬇

30/10/2026

What a fantastic few weeks of Halloween fun across St Elizabeth’s! 🎃

From pumpkin patch visits and pumpkin carving to spooky baking, discos and creative activities, everyone has been getting into the Halloween spirit.

The celebrations continued in our community hub today, with a brilliant Halloween Fun Day, plus plenty of dancing and laughter.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make it such a memorable time!

We hope you all have a fun time, however you are marking Halloween - be kind to your neighbours and friends! 👻🍂

28/10/2026

We are absolutely delighted to share that we have been crowned winners at Care Talk Neurological and Complex Care Awards in the Outstanding Complex Care Provider category! 💜🏆

It is a huge testament to our wonderful multidisciplinary teams who work tirelessly and literally around the clock to provide the best possible care to our children and young people.

Members of our therapy team, nursing team and children’s home team attended the awards last night and were honoured to pick up the award on behalf of St Elizabeth’s 💜

Congratulations to our amazing staff teams for this recognition.

26/10/2026

Curious about a career in care? 💜

A role in one of our children's homes is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people who need stability, encouragement and someone who believes in them.

You'll help create a safe, supportive home environment, celebrate achievements big and small, and support young people to build confidence, independence and live life to the full.

And it's not just the children who grow. A career in care offers excellent opportunities for training, development and progression. Whether you're taking your first step into care or looking for your next challenge, we'll support you to build a rewarding career.

Interested, but not ready for a full application? No problem! 💜

Register your interest in less than a minute, and our recruitment team will be in touch to talk you through the role, answer any questions and support you through the next steps.

https://www.stelizabeths.org.uk/book-a-visit/recruitment-register-your-interest/

23/10/2026

We're delighted to share that the collaborative canvas created by learners and adults from across our Specialist School, College, Vocational Learning and Community Hub is now on display at South Mill Arts in Bishop's Stortford. 🎨

The artwork was recently delivered to the exhibition, where Emily Oliver, Museum and Visual Arts Coordinator, praised the piece and expressed her excitement about having it included in the exhibition. The display is now live and open to visitors, so if you're in the area, please take the opportunity to visit and see this fantastic community project in person.

The finished artwork is a vibrant celebration of the people, experiences and connections that make up St Elizabeth's. Each participant was given a section of canvas to create something that represented themselves, their interests, relationships, experiences, or what community means to them. Using a variety of materials including acrylic paints, oil pastels, soft pastels, pen, pencil and stamps, every contribution brings a unique voice and perspective to the final piece.

The project began with discussions around identity, belonging and community, encouraging participants to explore questions such as Who am I? What is important to me? What does community mean? These conversations inspired a diverse collection of artwork, highlighting shared themes of friendship, inclusion, kindness, creativity, nature, independence, and personal growth.

When combined, the individual canvases form a larger artwork that reflects the diversity, individuality and sense of belonging found throughout St Elizabeth's. While each section stands as a personal expression, together they create a powerful representation of our community and the value every person brings to it.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this wonderful project. We look forward to sharing more about the exhibition and celebrating the creativity of our community. 💜

22/10/2026

This month, our school community has been celebrating Black History Month through learning, sharing experiences and exploring different cultures. ❤️🧡💛💚

Earlier in the month, pupils enjoyed an African drumming workshop, discovering new rhythms and traditions. This week, we came together in the school hall for a special celebration of Black culture, where pupils had the opportunity to try on traditional African dress, sample delicious dishes including jollof rice and jerk chicken, and create displays showcasing influential Black figures who have helped shape history and society.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make these experiences possible. It has been a fantastic opportunity to learn, celebrate diversity and appreciate the rich contributions of Black communities around the world.

21/10/2026

We are over at Bishop's Stortford Means Business today at South Mill Arts - come and say hello! 💜

Find out more about our services, current vacancies and how you can support us in your community or as a corporate. We can’t wait to meet you all!

20/10/2026

It's pumpkin season at St Elizabeth's! 🎃🥧

For the first time ever, our talented team at Ashvale have created their very own pumpkin patch, and have invited us all to pick, carve and submit our entries for the most creative design!

A huge thank you to all of our learners and adults who have worked so hard in the patch to make sure the pumpkins grow and were ready to be picked.

And they aren't just being carved!

Our adults in the community hub have been using the pumpkins to bake some delicious buttermilk pumpkin flapjacks to really get into the autumnal spirit 🥧