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Overview We are seeking a skilled and reliable Heating Engineer to join our team, responsible for maintaining and repairing heating systems across domestic and social housing properties. This role involves working with a variety of fuel types, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering high-quality service to customers. Key Responsibilities • Maintain and repair xrnqpay heating systems across multiple fuel ty Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly. Please click on the apply button to read the full job description

Job Title: Field Application Engineer Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. Location: UK Salary: We know salary transparency matters. While we can't list a figure on this advert, the client is genuinely flexible and open to shaping the package around the right person. Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangement: Remote plus circa 30% travel About the Role A leading technology business is seeking a Field Application Engineer to work closely with customers, understand their technical requirements, and translate these into clear engineering specifications. You will act as the main technical contact throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring solutions are correctly applied, integrated, and supported. Key Responsibilities • Engage with customers to understand technical and operational needs., • Translate customer requirements into detailed technical documentation., • Provide full lifecycle support from concept through integration, testing, deployment, and post‑delivery., • Assess and advise on the application of products to meet customer challenges., • Act as the primary technical liaison between customers and internal engineering teams., • Strong background in embedded systems., • Experience with VxWorks and Linux., • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems/hardware, • Ability to interpret customer needs and convert them into actionable technical requirements., • Confident communicator with experience working directly with customers.

Unqualified Teacher – Colchester Area: Colchester, Essex Salary: £120-£170 per day (varied depending on experience and qualifications) Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week (or ad-hoc flexible) Start date: ASAP Role: Are you looking to gain experience in education? Do you want the opportunity to work across a range of different year groups within secondary education? Teaching Personnel is working with secondary schools in Colchester, and we are currently recruiting individuals for Cover Supervisor roles. A teaching qualification is not required to be successful in this role—just relevant and up-to-date experience working with young people. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone considering a career in education. This position will allow you to gain experience managing a variety of lessons and building rapport with students. It’s a chance to develop teaching and strong classroom management skills in an environment where lesson plans will always be provided. Responsibilities: Working across a range of different year groups and departments Managing student behaviour Supervising pre-planned, pre-set work from teachers Requirements: Recent and relevant experience working with young people (this can be in an educational, coaching, or care setting) Degree educated Passionate and committed to working with children in education Strong behaviour management skills Effective communication and interpersonal skills Punctual, flexible, and reliable This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their experience in a school environment or who may wish to pursue teacher training in the future. If you’re unsure about your qualifications for this role or want to find out more, please contact (url removed) All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Barker Ross is currently recruting for Multi Drop Class 2 Drives in Colchester. These positions are due to start 05.05.26 Class 2 Drivers required in Colchester Monday - Friday £16.00 per hour Class 2 Drivers required to join our clients busy transport logistics team. You will be operating a Flatbed lorry where you will be transporting goods to various locations, ensuring timely deliveries. Duties: Supervise the loading of vehicles so the products are safely loaded and secured Check goods off with the customers and obtain a signature Handle customer issues on delivery effectively Carry out multi drop deliveries in a timely and safe manner Requirements; Class 2 Licence Current CPC and Digi Card To apply for ths position please forward your CV to (url removed) o for more information please call Yasmin Clark on (phone number removed) Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Colchester We are looking for a passionate and motivated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join a warm, welcoming, and inclusive nursery setting in Colchester. Requirements: Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification – essential A genuine passion for early years education Desire to learn, develop, and progress within your career About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic practitioner who is committed to providing high-quality care and education. You will support children’s learning and development in a nurturing environment where every child is valued. What We’re Looking For: A warm, caring, and inclusive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills A proactive attitude with a willingness to grow professionally Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare What We Offer: A supportive and friendly team An inclusive nursery environment Opportunities for training and career progression A positive and collaborative workplace If you’re a Level 3 practitioner ready to take the next step and grow within a fantastic nursery in Colchester, we’d love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

Resourcing Specialist At Bright Selection, we believe that diverse teams build stronger businesses. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. As a specialist recruitment consultancy, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality talent solutions while maintaining a supportive and collaborative team culture. We are now looking for a Resourcing Specialist to join our team. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and career paths. The Role This is a varied and people-focused role where you’ll support our consultants by identifying talent, engaging with candidates, and contributing to research and business development activity. Whether you’re experienced in recruitment or bringing transferable skills from another background, this role offers the opportunity to develop in a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Candidate Engagement • Source candidates using job boards, databases, and social media, • Speak with applicants to understand their skills, experience, and career goals, • Support candidates through the registration process, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, • Carry out compliance checks and referencing, • Work closely with consultants to match candidates to opportunities Administration & Customer Experience • Provide a welcoming, professional first point of contact for all enquiries, • Manage incoming calls and online chat, • Support job advert creation and social media content, • Assist with the monthly newsletter, • Deliver a high standard of service to all candidates and clients Research & Business Support • Conduct market and client research, • Track industry updates and opportunities, • Support sourcing activity and research projects We recognise that great candidates don’t always meet every requirement listed. If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage you to apply. You may bring: • Strong communication skills and confidence speaking with people, • Good organisation and attention to detail, • A proactive approach and willingness to learn, • Customer service or administrative experience (in any sector), • Comfortable using computers, systems, and social media, • An interest in recruitment, research, or people-focused roles We value different perspectives and experiences, including those returning to work, changing careers, or early in their professional journey. We offer • Hybrid working (1 day from home), • A supportive and inclusive team culture, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • A role with variety, responsibility, and growth potential Our commitment to Inclusion Bright Selection is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, identity, or experience. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know—we’re here to support you

Do you want to make a difference? Do you love working with children or vulnerable adults and have a passion for special needs? Do you have a social care background? Or even had personal experience supporting SEN or SEMH? If so, then this is the role for you. Protocol Education are looking to recruit a learning support assistant/teaching assistant to join a pupil referral unit in Colchester. You will be joining a great team that predominantly work with children who have social emotional mental health. Therefore, a desire to assist in this area is required, but no experience is necessary! A friendly and positive approach to teaching and learning, as well as the ability to quickly build up strong relationships and rapport with individual children is important. This role requires someone who has a strong, robust character as there may be challenges along the way. A driving license and access to a vehicle is a requirement for this role, due to public transport being difficult to get to this school. This is a long-term, full-time position so we are looking for candidates to be available 5 days a week between the hours of 8:30am-15:30pm. If you have a real passion for supporting children with special needs and think this role sounds right for you then please apply now! For more information, please contact Angharad at or (phone number removed) All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website

THE COMPANY This Property Consultancy is seeking a Graduate Building Surveyor to join their established team in Colchester, delivering a diverse range of projects across the public sector. Our client is highly respected across the UK, with a strong presence and an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality built environment services. Their public sector portfolio includes projects for organisations such as the Ministry of Defence, RNLI, fire services, education providers, and police authorities. The company offers a supportive, forward-thinking environment where graduates can develop their technical expertise, gain hands-on project experience, and receive structured mentoring towards professional chartership. THE POSITION The role is for a Graduate Building Surveyor to support the delivery of a wide range of building surveying services across public sector projects. You will gain exposure to projects from inception through to completion, working alongside experienced professionals and multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include: Supporting the delivery of building surveying services across public sector projects Assisting with project management from pre-contract through to completion Preparing specifications, schedules of work, and technical reports Supporting contract administration under JCT Contracts, with potential exposure to NEC Contracts Undertaking building inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis Assisting in managing project budgets, programmes, and client relationships Supporting refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement works across fire, education, defence, and emergency service facilities This role offers excellent exposure to technical and professional services with a clear pathway for career progression and chartership. THE CANDIDATE The ideal candidate will: Hold a relevant Building Surveying degree (essential) Be working towards or keen to pursue Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent) Have strong interest in public sector projects and the built environment Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills Be proactive, motivated, and eager to learn Be capable of working both independently and as part of a team WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on meaningful public sector projects across fire services, education, defence, and emergency services Exposure to major public sector clients including the Ministry of Defence and RNLI Structured training and mentoring towards professional chartership Clear career progression within a leading property consultancy Supportive and collaborative working environment Hands-on experience with JCT and NEC contract frameworks INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Ben Chappell on (phone number removed) for more information

Thera East has an exciting opportunity available for a Support Worker to join our team based in Frating, Essex. You will join us on a permanent basis with full-time or part-time hours available. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £13.30 per hour. Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer. The Support Worker role: As a valued Support Worker with Thera East, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions. The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different. Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, support with leisure, employment, individual interests and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role. You maybe be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community. Thera East is unique we are led by people with a learning disability. Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose. Who are we looking for? No previous experience or qualifications required, Free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Self-starter, with a high level of motivation Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun! What are the Benefits? Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities Flexible working hours for work life balance Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks) 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata) Employee support line to support you and your family Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career Contributory Pension Scheme Free Enhanced DBS check Refer a friend and earn up to £300 Cycle to Work Scheme Well-being initiatives Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work If you have a passion for making a difference to peoples lives, consider a career with Thera Group as a Support Worker. We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position. Thera follows government guidance around vaccines and believe they are an effective way to support everyone’s safety. We would encourage you to take part in any vaccination programme recommended if you are working in Social Care