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Job Description: Agency Care Home Chef – Temporary Shifts – Colchester Pay: £14.00 – £16.00 per hour Location: Colchester Role Type: Temporary / Agency Shift Pattern: Day Shifts & Weekend Shifts Expected Hours: Flexible / Ad Hoc Hours Available Regulatory Setting: FSA Regulated Environments Open To: Male & Female Candidates Job Overview We are seeking skilled and dynamic Agency Care Home Chefs to join our growing team supporting care homes and healthcare settings across Colchester This is an exciting opportunity for experienced chefs who are passionate about delivering nutritious, high-quality meals for elderly and vulnerable residents while working within professional care environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong culinary expertise, excellent food safety knowledge, and experience managing kitchen operations in fast-paced settings. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of food preparation, kitchen hygiene, and resident satisfaction. We are looking for reliable, flexible, and professional chefs who can adapt to various care home settings and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities • Planning, preparing, and cooking meals for care home residents, • Preparing IDDSI modified meals in line with dietary and swallowing requirements, • Overseeing daily food preparation and cooking activities while ensuring consistency and quality, • Supervising kitchen staff, providing support, guidance, and leadership where required, • Managing food production schedules to meet service demands efficiently, • Ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and FSA requirements, • Monitoring stock levels, managing inventory, and minimising food waste, • Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment, • Completing kitchen documentation, temperature checks, and food safety records accurately, • Supporting hospitality service and maintaining a professional approach at all times, • Working collaboratively with care home staff to support residents’ dietary and nutritional needs Essential Requirements • Previous experience as a Chef, Care Home Chef, or Agency Chef preferred, • Experience within healthcare, care home, catering, or hospitality environments desirable, • Strong knowledge of food production, preparation, and cooking techniques, • Knowledge and experience preparing IDDSI modified food essential, • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate required, • IDDSI Modified Food Training Certificate required, • Good understanding of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices, • Previous kitchen supervision or leadership experience preferred, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Professional, reliable, and flexible approach to work, • Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environments, • Strong communication and teamwork skills What We Offer • Competitive hourly pay rates, • Flexible temporary and ad hoc shifts, • Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment team, • Opportunity to work across a variety of care home settings, • Supportive and professional working environments, • Regular weekday and weekend shifts available, • Immediate starts available If you are an experienced Care Home Chef looking for flexible temporary opportunities across Colchester, we would love to hear from you.

IT Technician Placement Programme - No Experience Required\n\nOur training will help you kick-start a new career in IT.\n\nWe are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our IT support Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion.\n\nWhether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you.\n\nThe traineeship is broken down into 3 easy steps, which can be finished in as little as 3 months:\n\nStep 1 - Online Training\n\nThe first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised IT Support courses by CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor to help you throughout your training.\n\nStep 2 – Practical Training\n\nYou will gain the practical experience by using our cutting edge Livelabs. Gaining hands-on experience is essential in today’s IT industry for both certifications and keeping up to date with new technologies. Theory is often not enough these days, companies require hands on practical experience to make sure you're job ready.\n\nStep 3 – Official exams\n\nYou will then go on to sit the CompTIA A+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised worldwide. The CompTIA A+ is the most commonly asked for certificate in entry level IT roles. Guaranteed Job Placement At this point you will have fully completed our IT Support Traineeship and be ready to start work.\n\nThrough our range of partnerships throughout the UK with IT organisations, we are able to place you into an entry level IT role within your local area. We can guarantee you a starting salary of between £25-35k, working in either an IT Technician/Desktop Support/First Line Support Role.\n\nWe guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. At a one off cost of £795, or 13 interest free monthly instalments of £68, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT.\n\nRead through the information? Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.\n\n‘Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Part-time Semi-Senior / Senior Accountant – Colchester £28,000 - £40,000 pro rata, Growing multi-site independent firm, office based A well-established Colchester based accountancy practice is seeking a Semi-Senior or Senior Accountant (or mixed Accounts & Audit professional) to join its growing team on a part-time basis. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for reduced hours and who has 3+ years’ experience as a semi-senior, or is currently a Senior Accountant looking for a new challenge. Hours can flexible, including school hours, or full days over a reduced week (2-4 days) This is a great firm with wider national presence and therefore plenty to offer in terms of development and growth opportunities. Key Responsibilities • Prepare / review year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders., • Draft statutory financial statements in line with FRS 102 and 101., • Preparation of corporation tax computations and returns, • Preparing, review and submission of VAT returns, • Liaising directly with clients and handling queries professionally, • Exposure to audit work would be a benefit if a combined audit/accounts journey is your focus What We’re Looking For • AAT Level 4 qualified or ACCA / ACA part-qualified or qualified (QBE also considered), • 3+ years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice with a confidence across accounts and tax, • Experience managing multiple client files and liaising directly with clients, • Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills – a natural diligence and organised approach, • Audit experience (not essential), • Confidence working with varied workloads and requirements, • Previous experience with accounting systems such as: Xero, Quickbooks, CCH, Sage What’s on Offer • A competitive salary of between £28,000 - £40,000 depending on experience, • Study support and ongoing professional development where required, • A close knit and well-established team for support and guidance, • Please note: this is an office based role with no hybrid working offered so applicants must be a commutable distance to Colchester

Become a Driving Instructor – Nationwide | Earn Up to £50,000+ with My Four Wheels \n Looking for a new career with flexibility, independence and great earning potential? My Four Wheels is a 5-star rated driving school with 500 instructors already on the road nationwide — and we’re expanding across the UK. \n This opportunity is ideal for anyone considering a career change. You don’t need previous instructing experience — just a professional attitude, good people skills and the willingness to learn. We’ll train you from the start and guide you all the way to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). \n Why this opportunity stands out \n Excellent Earning Potential (£38/hour typical lesson rates) Lesson rates average around £38 per hour, supporting strong income whether you work part-time or full-time. For example, working 32 hours per week can deliver earnings up to £39k per year, and those working 40hrs have the opportunity to reach £50,000+. \n Total Flexibility You decide when you work — mornings, evenings, weekends, or a full-time diary. It’s a career that fits around your life. \n Local Work, Less Travel Most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home, typically covering 6–8 postcodes, helping you maximise teaching time and reduce travel. \n Earn While You Train After passing DVSA Part 2, you are able to apply for a trainee licence, allowing you to begin teaching and earning sooner while completing the final stage of qualification. \n New Training Academy – Full Support Built In Our new Training Academy provides a structured route through DVSA Parts 1, 2 and 3, combining: \n\n • Flexible online learning for theory and preparation\n, • In-car coaching to build driving and teaching ability\n, • Live classroom sessions for extra guidance and confidence\n, • Lesson plans, resources and ongoing support to help you succeed\n\n Dual-Control Vehicle Options We can support you with access to dual-control car options through established providers, including new and nearly-new models such as Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3 and Vauxhall Corsa, subject to availability. \n A Rewarding Career You’ll help learners gain independence, improve road safety, and experience the satisfaction of seeing students pass and succeed. \n Training Fees Paid Back in Full All instructors pay for training. Training fees can be paid back in full after you have worked with us for 1 year (ask for details). \n Eligibility (DVSA Requirements) To apply, you must: \n\n • Hold a full UK driving licence for at least 3 years\n, • Have no more than 5 penalty points\n, • Have no bans in the last 5 years\n, • Be reliable, patient, and confident communicating with people\n\n Apply Now Submit your details today and our team will contact you to explain the training route, timescales and how quickly you can get started.

Become a Driving Instructor – Nationwide | Earn Up to £50,000+ with My Four Wheels \n\n Are you ready to embark on an exciting new career that offers flexibility, independence, and fantastic earning potential? Join My Four Wheels, a 5-star rated driving school with over 500 instructors nationwide. We’re expanding across the UK, and we want you to be part of our journey! \n\nWhy Choose This Opportunity?\n\n This role is perfect for anyone looking to make a career change. No prior instructing experience? No problem! All you need is a professional attitude, great people skills, and a willingness to learn. We’ll provide comprehensive training to guide you on your path to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). \n\nWhat Makes Us Stand Out?\n\n\n • \nExcellent Earning Potential \n With lesson rates averaging around £38 per hour, you can enjoy a strong income whether you choose to work part-time or full-time. For instance, working just 32 hours a week can lead to earnings of up to £39k per year, while full-time instructors can potentially earn over £50,000.\n \n • \nTotal Flexibility \n You have the freedom to choose your working hours—mornings, evenings, weekends, or a full-time schedule. This career is designed to fit seamlessly into your life.\n \n • \nLocal Work, Less Travel \n Most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home, typically covering 6–8 postcodes. This means more teaching time and less time spent traveling.\n \n • \nEarn While You Train \n After passing DVSA Part 2, you can apply for a trainee licence, allowing you to start teaching and earning while you complete your final qualification stage.\n \n • \nNew Training Academy – Full Support Built In \n Our Training Academy offers a structured route through DVSA Parts 1, 2, and 3, featuring:\n \n • Flexible online learning for theory and preparation\n, • In-car coaching to enhance your driving and teaching skills\n, • Live classroom sessions for additional guidance and confidence\n, • Lesson plans, resources, and ongoing support to ensure your success\n \n \n \n, • \nDual-Control Vehicle Options \n We provide access to dual-control car options through established providers, including popular models like Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3, and Vauxhall Corsa, subject to availability.\n \n • \nA Rewarding Career \n You’ll play a vital role in helping learners gain independence, improve road safety, and experience the joy of seeing your students succeed.\n \n • \nTraining Fees Paid Back in Full \n All instructors pay for their training, but don’t worry! Training fees can be fully reimbursed after you’ve worked with us for one year (ask for details).\n\n\nEligibility Requirements\n\n To apply, you must meet the following DVSA requirements: \n\n • Hold a full UK driving licence for at least 3 years\n\n, • Have no more than 5 penalty points\n\n, • Have no bans in the last 5 years\n\n, • Be reliable, patient, and confident in communicating with others\n\n\nReady to Start Your Journey?\n\n Submit your details today, and our team will reach out to explain the training route, timescales, and how quickly you can get started on this exciting new path!

Private Client Solicitor Ipswich or Colchester | Hybrid Working | Full or Part-Time Are you a Private Client professional looking for your next opportunity within a forward-thinking, people-focused law firm? We are working with a highly regarded and rapidly growing firm seeking a Private Client Lawyer to join their well-established team across East Anglia and Essex. The Opportunity You will join a busy and respected Private Client team handling a varied caseload, advising clients across: • Wills and estate planning, • Probate and estate administration, • Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), • Private Client matters from instruction through to completion The role also offers scope for individuals looking to take the next step in their career, with potential management responsibilities available depending on experience. What’s on Offer? • Full or part-time opportunities available, • Hybrid working (1–2 days working from home), • Reasonable targets and highly competitive uncapped bonus structure, • Genuine progression opportunities, • Supportive and collaborative working environment, • Modern culture with strong investment in employee development Whether you're actively looking or simply open to hearing about the right opportunity, I'd be happy to have a confidential discussion. Apply now or contact me directly for further details.

Graduate Teaching Assistant - Colchester - Start ASAP\n\nProspero Teaching are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience, develop behaviour management skills, and explore a future career in education.\n\nThe school is looking for a proactive, patient, and supportive individual who can work with students across a range of abilities and needs.\n\n📌 CONTRACT DETAILS\n\nLocation - Colchester\n\nPosition - Graduate Teaching Assistant\n\nType of work - Classroom support & intervention\n\nStart date - ASAP\n\nDuration - Ongoing / Long‑term\n\nFull time/part‑time - Full time\n\nMinimum rate of pay - £90-£110 per day (depending on experience)\n\nHours - 8:30 am - 3:30/4:00 pm\n\n📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS\n\nA degree in any subject\n\nExperience working with young people (desirable but not essential)\n\nUp‑to‑date safeguarding training (desirable)\n\nA genuine interest in education and supporting student progress\n\n✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:\n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n\nHold an enhanced child‑barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one\n\nProvide two professional or character references\n\n💼 OTHER INFORMATION\n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.\n\n🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU\n\nFree, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\n\nAccess to an in‑house Training & Development Team\n\nRefer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate

Tradewind Recruitment is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates and employees come first.\n\nYear 4 Teacher | Full-Time - Colchester - September Start\n\nTradewind Recruitment is pleased to be working with a welcoming and well-established primary school in the Colchester area, currently seeking a dedicated Year 4 Teacher to join their team on a full-time basis from September.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a teacher who enjoys working within Key Stage 2 and is looking to join a school with a strong team ethos and a supportive leadership structure. The school prides itself on creating a positive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to grow in confidence and achieve their potential.\n\nThe Role:\n\nFull-time Year 4 Teacher\nSeptember start\nFull teaching responsibilities including planning, preparation and assessment\nOpportunity to work closely with an experienced parallel year group teamThe School Offers:\n\nA welcoming and supportive staff team\nStrong leadership and clear guidance\nEngaged pupils who enjoy learning\nWell-resourced classrooms and learning spaces\nA positive and inclusive school cultureThe Successful Candidate Will:\n\nHave recent experience teaching within Key Stage 2\nBe confident in delivering the Year 4 curriculum\nHave strong classroom management skills\nBe committed to raising attainment and supporting pupil progress\nWork well as part of a collaborative teamInterviews are taking place immediately, with the school keen to appoint ahead of the September term.\n\nIf you are looking for your next full-time teaching opportunity in Colchester, we would love to hear from you.\n\nWhy Choose Us?\n\nAs an award winning employer, we are committed to putting candidates & staff first.\n\nWe've partnered with The National College, an award-winning online CPD platform, to offer you a complimentary subscription to over 2,500 courses, webinars, and resources, helping you stay up-to-date with the latest statutory guidance, enhance your knowledge, and keep ahead of developments in pedagogy. Whether you're a teacher, support staff member, or school leader, The National College allows you to pursue professional development at your own pace and on your own schedule.\n\nWe employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates.\n Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay; however, we will happily accrue this upon request).\n\nAwarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status and we're proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer

Prospero Teaching are looking for Teaching Assistants to work in local Primary Schools in and around the Colchester area to start September 2026.\n\nCONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS \n\nLocation - Colchester\n Position - Teaching Assistant\n Contract or position start date - September 2026\n Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing\n Contract type - Long-Term Temporary\n Full time/part time - Part time to Full time\n Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate around £95-110 per day\n Hours -8.30 am - 3pmEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nPrevious TA/LSA experience \nGCSE English and Maths grade 'C'\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\n* Provide two professional child related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

ECT Primary Teacher - Colchester - Start Date ASAP\n\nProspero Teaching are seeking a dedicated ECT Primary Teacher to join a warm, supportive primary school in Colchester, starting ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified teacher to begin their career in a nurturing environment with strong mentorship, structured induction support, and ongoing professional development.\n\nThe school is looking for a passionate practitioner with effective behaviour management skills and a genuine desire to inspire young learners.\n\n📌 CONTRACT DETAILS\n\nLocation - Colchester\n\nPosition - ECT Primary Teacher\n\nType of work - Class teaching\n\nStart date - ASAP\n\nDuration - Ongoing / Long‑term\n\nFull time/part‑time - Full time\n\nMinimum rate of pay - From £125 per day\n\nHours - 8:30 am - 4:00 pm\n\n📚 EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS\n\nPGCE, QTS, or equivalent teaching qualification\n\nRecent experience in a UK primary school (placements accepted for ECTs)\n\nUp‑to‑date Safeguarding training issued within the last year (desirable)\n\n✔️ TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:\n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one\n\nProvide two professional child‑related references\n\n💼 OTHER INFORMATION\n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with an up‑to‑date CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency for this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching.\n\n🎓 WHAT PROSPERO TEACHING CAN OFFER YOU\n\nFree, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\n\nAccess to an in‑house Training & Development Team\n\nRefer a Friend Scheme - earn £150 when you refer a suitable candidate

Prospero Teaching are looking for SEN Teaching Assistants to work in local Primary Schools in and around the Colchester area to start September 2026.\n\nCONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS \n\nLocation - Colchester\n Position - SEN Teaching Assistant\n Contract or position start date - September 2026\n Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing\n Contract type - Long-Term Temporary\n Full time/part time - Part time to Full time\n Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate around £95-110 per day\n Hours -8.30 am - 3pmEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nPrevious experience with SEN/SEMH is ESSENTIAL\nPrevious TA/LSA experience \nGCSE English and Maths grade 'C'\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\n* Provide two professional child related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

Outreach Support Worker – Empower People to Live Independently and Thrive\n\nAre you someone who’s compassionate, proactive, and loves helping others build confidence and independence? Do you enjoy being out and about, meeting people, and making a real difference in your community? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.\n\nWe’re looking for an Outreach Support Worker to join our team, supporting vulnerable individuals across the Braintree and Uttlesford area of Essex. You’ll be helping people overcome challenges related to mental health, physical health, and employment—so a full UK driving licence and access to your own car is essential.\n\nWhat your day might look like\n\n Start by visiting customers in their homes, helping them maintain their tenancies and build essential life skills.\n\n Support individuals with navigating welfare benefits, accessing services, and building confidence.\n\n Liaise with external agencies to ensure customers get the right support at the right time.\n\n Provide crisis intervention when needed, always with empathy and professionalism.\n\nWhat makes this role special\n\nPlease note, this isn’t a care worker role. This is a role where it’s about empowering people, not doing things for them. You’ll help customers build resilience, develop skills, and take control of their lives. You’ll be their cheerleader, guide and advocate.\n\nYou’ll be part of a passionate team that’s committed to helping people flourish, and you’ll have the freedom to work independently while making a real impact.\n\nCould it be you?\n\nWe’re looking for someone who:\n\n Has experience (professional or voluntary) in a supportive role\n\n Has worked with individuals facing mental health, health-related, or employment challenges\n\n Understands housing support needs and welfare benefits\n\n Can provide pre-tenancy advice and ongoing tenancy support\n\n Communicates clearly and solves problems with confidence\n\n Holds a valid UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle\n\n Is happy to undergo an Enhanced DBS check\n\nWhat you’ll get in return\n\n 25 days’ annual holiday (plus bank holidays)\n\n 2 paid volunteering days each year\n\n Flexible benefits scheme including healthcare, dental, tech, vouchers, and more\n\n Life assurance at 4x your salary\n\n Up to 10% pension contribution\n\n Family-friendly policies\n\n A role where your support helps people thrive\n\nPLEASE NOTE: Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.\n\nClosing date: 11th June 2026 at midnight.\n\nInterviews will be held in person on the 18th June at our Pitsea or Colchester Octagon office

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS\n\nLocation - Colchester, Essex \nPosition - LSA \nContract or position start date ASAP \nDuration / Likely Duration - Ongoing booking\nContract type - Long-Term\nFull time/part time - Full Time \nMinimum rate of pay Minimum rate - £90 - £110 \nHours - Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 15.30 30 mins unpaid break\n\nEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS\n\nMust have school experience \nMust have experience with SEN needs\nAble to manage a classroom \nMust be comfortable with challenging behaviour \n\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:\n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional child related references\n\nOTHER\n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn GBP150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS\n\nLocation - Colchester, Essex \nPosition - Primary Supply Teacher \nContract or position start date: ASAP \nDuration / Likely Duration - Ongoing booking\nContract type - Long-Term and Daily Supply \nFull time/part time - Full Time \nMinimum rate of pay Minimum rate - £130-£150 \nHours - Monday to Friday - 08.30 - 15.30 30 mins unpaid break\n\nEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS\n\nMust hold a QTS\nMust have experience with SEN needs\nAble to manage a classroom \nMust be comfortable with challenging behaviour \n\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:\n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional child related references\n\nOTHER\n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn GBP150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

Prospero Teaching are looking for Teaching Assistants to work in local Primary Schools in and around the Colchester area.\n\nCONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS \n\nLocation - Colchester\n Position - Teaching Assistant\n Contract or position start date - ASAP\n Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing\n Contract type - Long-Term Temporary\n Full time/part time - Part time to Full time\n Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate around £95-110 per day\n Hours -8.30 am - 3pmEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nPrevious TA experience \nGCSE English and Maths grade 'C'\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\n* Provide two professional child related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

Prospero Teaching are looking for Learning Support Assistants to work in local Primary Schools in and around the Colchester area to start ASAP.\n\nCONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS \n\nLocation - Colchester\n Position - Learning Support Assistant\n Contract or position start date - ASAP\n Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing\n Contract type - Long-Term Temporary\n Full time/part time - Part time to Full time\n Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate around £95-110 per day\n Hours -8.30 am - 3pmEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nPrevious TA/LSA experience \nGCSE English and Maths grade 'C'\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\n* Provide two professional child related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

TSS are looking for a Retail Security Officer in Colchester, where no two days will be the same and you will have the opportunity to carve out a career with the biggest name in security. \n \nApplicants must have an SIA Licence. \n \nPosition: Retail Security Officer \nLocation: Colchester \nPay Rate: £13.49 per hour \nHours: Various \nShifts: Various \n \nYour Time at Work\n \nAs a Retail Security Officer your duties include: \n \n- To provide a visible uniformed deterrent, to contribute to the safety and security of the client's premises and staff \n- To carry out Company Policy on loss prevention and ensure the safety of staff and visitors \n- To lawfully deter potential troublemakers on site \n- To observe and report incidents using the correct reporting systems \n- To carry out all duties assigned by the client or manager to whom you are responsible \n- To ensure site knowledge is kept up to date and developments at local level are identified \n- To understand and implement any Fire and Safety evacuation procedures \n- To assist, if required by the Client, with staff and contractor searches \n- To ensure that the Security base is always maintained in a clean and tidy condition \n- To conduct yourself, at all times, in a manner which will bring credit to yourself and the Company, ensuring full uniform is worn and SIA licence is clearly displayed \n \nOur Perfect Worker\n \nIt is crucial to have great communication and customer service skills. A lot of admin is digital and paperless, so you'll need to be tech-savvy enough to use our digital devices. \n \nOur perfect Retail Security Officer will need to be aged 18 or over, a confident communicator who is a team player with the drive to always provide a friendly and professional service. Join TSS and you can also enjoy real career progression with a large international company - as the world's leading provider of security solutions, we offer loads of training and support. You'll be in safe hands from our induction and on-site training to regular reviews and welfare checks with our managers. \n \nKey Information and Benefits\n \n- Holidays (dependent on time/ hours worked) \n- Workplace Pension Scheme \n- Progression training and development opportunities \n- Life assurance benefit \n- Contributory Healthcare Scheme \n- Eyecare vouchers \n- Employee Discount Schemes \n- Refer a friend scheme \n- Free uniform provided \n \nJob Ref: 1TSSG (T46) \n \nTSS are a recognised Disability Confident Leader Employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. They prioritise accessibility, support, and opportunity for all employees. Join their diverse and empowering team today! \n \nAbout Staffline\n \nStaffline are working in Partnership with TSS, providing a recruitment solution for security roles. \n \nPlease note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. \n \nThis job advert may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent from Staffline

SEND Learning Support Assistant – Colchester and surrounding areas\n\nCompany: TeacherActive\n\n Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Permanent, Supply\n Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)\n\nTeacherActive is currently recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistant to work across a range of welcoming and supportive schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas.\n\nAs a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and SEND teams to support pupils with additional learning needs in their learning and development. This includes providing one-to-one and small group support, delivering tailored interventions, and helping to create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n • Support teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated lessons for SEND pupils\n • Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs\n • Assist students with a range of SEND, including learning, emotional, and behavioural needs\n • Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment\n • Support behaviour management strategies and promote positive behaviour\n • Assist with the preparation and adaptation of learning materials and resources for individual needs\n\nRequirements\n • Previous experience working with children, particularly SEND (school or similar setting preferred)\n • Patient, caring, and adaptable approach\n • Strong communication and teamwork skills\n • Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs\n • Relevant qualifications (Level 2 or 3 in Education, Teaching, Childcare, or SEND – desirable but not essential)\n • Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)\n\nBenefits\n • Competitive rates of pay\n • Flexible working to suit your schedule\n • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles\n • Ongoing CPD and training opportunities, including SEND development\n • Dedicated consultant support\n • Access to a wide network of schools across Colchester and Essex\n\nWhy Apply?\n • Immediate start opportunities available\n • Suitable for both experienced SEND practitioners and those looking to develop within SEND support\n • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to pupils with additional learning needs\n\nSafeguarding Statement\n TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.\n\nApply now to secure your role!\n\n(phone number removed)\n\n(url removed)\n\nAbout TeacherActive\n\nTeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.\n\nEqual Opportunities Statement\n\nTeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.\n\nSafeguarding and DBS Compliance\n\nRegistration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. \n\nRegular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment

Prospero Teaching are looking for Primary Supply Teachers to work in local schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas starting ASAP. \n\nWe work with a range of Primary Schools; from small village schools to large three-form entry schools. We cover classes from Reception through to Year 6. We are looking for teachers who have strong behaviour management skills and are passionate about teaching.\n\nThe position is open to both newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers. Some contracts may be extended from day-to-day bookings to longer-term cover.\n\nCONTRACT DETAILS \n\nLocation - Various across Colchester and surrounding areas\nPosition - Primary Supply Teacher\nType of work - Supply teaching\nStart date - ASAP\nDuration / Likely Duration - Day-to-day bookings\nContract type - Temporary\nFull time/part-time - Both\nMinimum rate of pay - Minimum £125 per day for qualified teachers\nHours - 8:30 am - 4:00pm (full day)\n\nEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nQTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYTS or equivalent\nPrevious experience working in a UK school\nUp to date Safeguarding training issued in the last yearTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional child-related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching are able to offer the successful candidate:\n\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

Prospero Teaching are looking for Learning Support Assistants to work in local Primary Schools in and around the Colchester area to start September 2026.\n\nCONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS \n\nLocation - Colchester\n Position - Learning Support Assistant\n Contract or position start date - September 2026\n Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing\n Contract type - Long-Term Temporary\n Full time/part time - Part time to Full time\n Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate around £95-110 per day\n Hours -8.30 am - 3pmEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nPrevious TA/LSA experience \nPrevious SEN/SEMH experience\nGCSE English and Maths grade 'C'\nTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\n Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\n* Provide two professional child related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

Prospero Teaching are looking for Primary Supply Teachers to work in local schools in Colchester and the surrounding areas starting from September 2026. \n\nWe work with a range of Primary Schools; from small village schools to large three-form entry schools. We cover classes from Reception through to Year 6. We are looking for teachers who have strong behaviour management skills and are passionate about teaching.\n\nThe position is open to both newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers. Some contracts may be extended from day-to-day bookings to longer-term cover.\n\nCONTRACT DETAILS \n\nLocation - Various across Colchester and surrounding areas\nPosition - Primary Supply Teacher\nType of work - Supply teaching\nStart date -September 2026\nDuration / Likely Duration - Day-to-day bookings\nContract type - Temporary\nFull time/part-time - Both\nMinimum rate of pay - Minimum £125 per day for qualified teachers\nHours - 8:30 am - 4:00pm (full day)\n\nEXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS \n\nQTS, QTLS, PGCE, EYTS or equivalent\nPrevious experience working in a UK school\nUp to date Safeguarding training issued in the last yearTO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: \n\nHold Right to Work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional child-related referencesOTHER \n\nIf you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy.\n\nProspero Teaching are able to offer the successful candidate:\n\nFree, accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management\nIn-house Training and Development Team\n\nAdditionally, if you have a friend or colleague who you think would be interested in this role then please refer them to us and you could earn £150 from our Refer a Friend scheme

Prospero Teaching is looking for English, Maths and Science Tutors to deliver bespoke tuition packages on a 1:1 basis to secondary-aged young people that are currently without a school placement. \n\nThe Opportunity\n\nThis English, Maths and Science Tutor role is perfect for someone looking to step away from the classroom and make a difference to the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners. The successful tutor must be able to create, plan and deliver 1:1 tailored lesson to bridge gaps in KS3 or KS4 pupil's education and boost engagement and attainment levels.\n\nAt Prospero Teaching it is our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We are looking for English, Maths and Science Tutor who are eager to work with children and young people with a variety of learning needs with a creative, flexible and holistic approach to raise attainment and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.\n\nContract/Position Details:\n\nLocation - Within the community or pupils' home in Colchetser\nPosition - English, Maths and Science Tutor\nType of work - Contract\nStart date - ASAP\nDuration - Until the pupil can reintegrate into a new school placement\nEnd date (if applicable) - Ongoing\nContract type - Temporary\nFull-time/part-time - Part time (15 hours per week, per student)\nMinimum rate of pay - £22+ per hour\nHours - Working hours can differentiate, depending on the convenient timings of the familyExperience, Training and Qualifications of the English, Maths and Science Tutor:\n\nQTS or equivalent\nPossess UK classroom teaching experience\nBe creative, patient and willing to think outside of the box\nHave experience working with SEND or disengaged pupilsTo be eligible for this role, the potential 1:1 Primary Outreach Tutor must:\n\nHold the right to work in the UK\nHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application\nProvide two professional child-related references.Apply Now\n\nTo find out more or apply for this English, Maths and Science Tutor position, please send your CV to (url removed)\n\nProspero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy

Job Description:\n\nCOMPLEX CARE SUPPORT WORKERS NEEDED IN COLCHESTER*\n\nClover Care Group is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent regulator of health and social care in England. Our Regulated Activity is the Treatment of Disease, Disorder, or Injury (TDDI). We strongly believe that “The best People Care” and that is exactly what we do. We offer continuous professional development to all our carers, so you can enhance you career in care.\n\nJob Overview\n\nWe are seeking a compassionate and experienced Support Workers to provide high-quality, person-centred care for a female client with complex needs.\n\nDue to the nature of the role, which includes providing personal and intimate care, this position is open to female applicants only. This is in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, relating to genuine occupational requirements.\n\nThe service user has complex care needs, and experience in Stroke, tracheostomy, suctioning and Manual Handling will be needed. The ideal candidate will have a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for those in their care, demonstrating patience, empathy, and professionalism. This paid position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing valuable skills in Complex Care and more.\n\nYou will be working on a full-time rota which will be given to you 3 months in advance, and you will be paid weekly. There are working days and night available.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n Deliver personalised patient care, including assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support\n\n Administer medication and monitor health conditions in accordance with care plans\n\n Stoke experience\n\n Medication and suctioning, tracheostomy\n\n Manual Handling and Hoist procedures\n\n Provide companionship and emotional support to clients\n\nExperience\n\n Previous experience in Complex Care is essential\n\n Knowledge of patient care practices, including medication administration and behaviour management\n\n At least 6 months Complex UK care experience\n\n Valid driving licence is preferred for this role involving transportation responsibilities\n\n Tracheostomy experience is ESSENTIAL\n\n Personal Care\n\n * PLEASE NOTE THAT NO SPONSORSHIP IS AVAILABLE WITH THESE POSITIONS\n\nThese roles offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about providing compassionate care across diverse settings and we provide training, as well as continual professional development to enhance your career in care. Applicants should demonstrate organisational skills, patience, and a genuine commitment to enhancing the wellbeing of others.\n\nJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary\n\nJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary\n\nContract length: Ongoing\n\nWork Location: In person at service users house

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Technical Trainer to join our team. In this role you will, evaluate the skills, knowledge, and competence of learners or apprentices working in plumbing and heating. The sits between teaching and quality control, you will make sure learners can do the job safely and to industry standards, not just understand it in theory. At the core, the job is about assessment and verification. This usually involves observing candidates on-site (for example, installing pipework, boilers, or heating systems), asking questions to test their understanding, and reviewing evidence like job reports or completed projects. The assessor checks that the work meets required standards such as building regulations and health and safety rules. Job title: Technical Trainer - Plumbing Full time, Colchester About the role: • Train and assess candidates towards agreed qualifications or standards (knowledge, skills and behaviours), • Support the college with the completion of learner sign-ups, reviews and attend employer meetings as required within the Work-Based Learning (WBL) provision., • Support the college in the delivery of sector-based projects, engaging with and delivery of training at employer's premises / other venues as required., • Complete all required awarding organisation documentation accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring full compliance with relevant policies and procedures., • Delivering engaging and innovative training using a variety of approaches to meet diverse learner needs., • Assessing student work in accordance with established criteria and providing timely, constructive feedback to support progress and achievement.Essential Experience:, • Industry experience within plumbingEssential Qualifications:, • Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in required subject or equivalent or education to degree level and/or above in required subject or equivalent, • Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent, • Assessor/Verifier AwardsWhy join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. JBRP1_UKTJ

Closing date: 29-05-2026 Funeral Service Crew £13.24 per hour plus benefits Part time 18.75 hours per week, Variable shifts between 8am and 8pm, Monday-Sunday - as part of this role, you’ll also be part of the on call rota Great Tey, CO6 1JE You can apply for this job on your mobile in a few simple steps – no CV required. You’ll need a full manual UK driver’s licence for this job. Please note all positions within Funeralcare can involve direct physical contact with the deceased as part of normal duties – the amount of contact will differ dependant on role applied for. Typical duties include but are not limited to preparation, transportation, and personal care of the deceased to be carried out with professionalism, dignity, respect and adherence to health and safety standards. Please carefully consider your comfort levels with these responsibilities before applying. Help families say the perfect goodbye to loved ones as part of our funeral service crew. You don’t need any previous experience in the funeral industry as we provide full training and ongoing support, plus access to a wide range of benefits including competitive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and discounts on a range of Co-op products and services. At the Co-op, you’ll be part of something meaningful. Join us today. What you’ll do • collect the deceased from a range of locations and scenarios in a professional and empathetic manner • bear coffins on the day of the funeral and drive funeral vehicles • maintain the cleanliness of equipment and facilities, including vehicles • prepare coffins and engrave name plates • prepare the deceased in our care for viewings and the funeral • maintain client management applications daily, inputting detailed and timely information to keep records consistently updated • safely lift, carry and move coffins following safe techniques, using handling aids and equipment and following health and safety guidance to prevent injuries This role would suit people who have • a full UK manual driving licence • the ability to perform the physical aspects of the role (such as manual lifting). Appropriate training and equipment to ensure safe working practices will be provided. • good IT skills, with the confidence to use a range of technology devices (e.g computers, tablets, smartphones, printers and scanners) and the ability to learn and effectively use new applications and systems. • the ability to react calmly and compassionately in emotional circumstances, with a sensitive and empathetic approach to customer service • strong attention to detail and accuracy, making sure regulatory policies and processes are always adhered to Why Co-op? At Co-op, we’re owned by our members. And because we’re owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a movement. We’re an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we’re powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you’ll also receive: • 30% off Co-op branded products and 10% off other brands in our food stores all year-round, as well as discounts on other Co-op products and services • 23 days holidays (pro rata, rising with service) • a pension with up to 10% employer contributions • access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers confidential advice and support on anything you’re struggling with, 24 hours a day • access to virtual GP and free eye tests • endless career development opportunities including apprenticeships • friendly, supportive team and the knowledge that you make a huge difference to your community • access to Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it. Building an inclusive work environment We’re building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work. We’re proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll support you. Learn more about our recruitment process at Your Co-op Application Journey and our inclusion commitments at Diversity and inclusion at Co-op As part of your application you’ll need to complete an online assessment. It will take you around 20 minutes to complete this test. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a DBS (disclosure and barring service) and adverse media checks, and an occupational health questionnaire (to ensure you are fit to perform the role). We’ll also check your social media activity on platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Any offer of employment made will be conditional upon the completion of pre-employment screening checks. We reserve the right to remove a vacancy before the scheduled closing date.

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, working with us means being part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for continuous professional growth and development. Join Our Team as a Security Officer! We're looking for an inspirational and enthusiastic Security Officer to join our dedicated team at the Colchester Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and well-managed environment for our students, staff, and visitors. As a visible and supportive presence on campus, you'll represent the College with professionalism and help foster a positive, disciplined culture among our learners. If you hold a current SIA licence and bring relevant experience, we'd love to hear from you! This is a term-time only position, 38 weeks a year 40 hours a week. Perfect for someone ready to make a real impact in a vibrant educational setting. Essential Qualifications: • ...

Driver Hire Sudbury is seeking experienced and professional HGV Class 2 HIAB Drivers to support our clients across Colchester and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified HIAB / Grab lorry drivers looking for flexible work, ongoing assignments, or potential permanent positions. Immediate start available The Role Delivering building materials and goods to commercial and residential sites Operating HIAB crane safely and efficiently Ensuring loads are secure before transit Completing daily vehicle and equipment checks Providing excellent customer service at delivery points Working in line with health & safety regulations • Full time and part time shifts available Requirements Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card Valid HIAB / Lorry Loader certificate (ALLMI or equivalent) No more than 6 penalty points (no DR, DD or IN endorsements) Previous HIAB experience preferred Strong awareness of health & safety procedures What We Offer Competitive hourly pay - £17.58 - £24.00 p/hr • Minimum 8hrs pay per shift Weekly pay Flexible shifts available...

Occupational Health Advisor (Peripatetic) Colchester & Surrounding Areas Salary: £38,000 £48,000 (DOE) Hours: Full-time (40 hrs) or 3+ days part-time options available Are you looking for a supportive, nurse-led environment where quality of care is prioritised over quantity? Our client, a highly regarded and ambitious Occupational Health provider, is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor to deliver bespoke OH services across the wider Ipswich region (within 1 hour travel time). This peripatetic role offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to build strong client relationships while working within a friendly, collaborative team. Why Join? Professional Growth: A maximum of 4 cases per day, allowing time to provide thorough, personalised reports. Development & Support: Comprehensive induction, ongoing training, a 3-year personalised development plan, and a dedicated mentor. Career Progression: Support available for those wishing to undertake formal OH qualifications. Team Spirit: Work alongside an experienced, supportive nurse-led team who value collaboration and wellbeing. The Role Deliver the full remit of Occupational Health services at client sites.

Registered General Nurse (RGN) Join Nurseplus as a Registered General Nurse – Deliver Exceptional Care Every Day At Nurseplus, we’re more than just a care agency — we’re a community dedicated to excellence in healthcare. As a Registered General Nurse, you’ll provide compassionate, expert care to clients across diverse healthcare settings. With flexible working options, competitive pay, and industry-leading support, you can build a career that works for you. Why Choose Nurseplus? · Flexible Work, Your Way: Temporary work so you can take control of your schedule with our Workwise app. Choose part-time or full-time hours, days, nights, or weekends to fit your lifestyle. · Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £22.00 to £37.50 per hour paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank holidays). · Make a Real Impact: Provide essential care to a wide range of clients, from administering medications and managing complex care plans to supporting recovery and promoting independence. · Free Industry-Leading Training: Access professional development opportunities, including free revalidation support, to enhance your skills and career. · Revalidation Support: Benefit from comprehensive internal resources to maintain your NMC registration. · Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of high-street and online disco...

Thinking About a Career Change? Why Not Choose HR? If you've reached a crossroads in your professional life and are looking for a fresh start in a people-focused, rewarding industry then Human Resources might be exactly what you’re looking for. Many of our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds retail, customer service, administration, healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. What they all have in common is the desire to do meaningful work, support others, and build a stable, long-term career. Our HR Career Change Programme We specialise in helping individuals transition into HR—starting with recognised qualifications and ending with real job opportunities. Whether you're working full-time, part-time, or in between roles, our online learning and personalised recruitment support can help you make a successful move into the HR profession often in just a few months.Please note that this is a training course and fees apply. Why Human Resources? The HR profession is growing steadily across all sectors. As businesses put more focus on employee wellbeing, development, and company culture, skilled HR professionals are more important than ever. Even entry-level roles in HR offer strong salaries, clear progression routes, and opportunities to specialise over time (in areas like learning & development, recruitment, employee relations, ...

Job Title:Flexible Support Worker (Part time contracted hours available) Location:Colchester and surrounding areas (travel required) Salary:£13.15 per hour About the role Were not looking for just another support worker were after afab all-rounderwho loves variety and thrives on change. This is auniqueposition created especially for someone who enjoys flexibility. Youll be our go-to person across multiple services stepping in to cover holidays, sickness, short-notice absences and anything else that comes up. One week you might be supporting in one house, the next youre somewhere completely different. No two weeks are ever the same! What We Offer: • Competitive pay and flexible working hours., • Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development., • The chance to be part of memorable moments, • A role where your adaptability and positive attitude are genuinely valued, • A friendly team and genuinely supportive workplace, • The chance to work across lots of different services and client groups, • Refer a friend and earn £150!

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Lecturer to join our Hospitality team. In this role you will plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to a diverse range of learners and courses. You will support students throughout their study programmes, monitoring progress and providing guidance in line with college policies to help them achieve their full potential. You will be committed to continuous improvement, regularly reflecting on and enhancing your teaching practice, including the effective use of digital and online learning resources. Maintaining high expectations of student performance, behaviour, and commitment is essential, as is ensuring all work meets awarding body standards. Job title: Lecturer - Patisserie - Hospitality Part Time 22.2 hours per week, spread over 3 days, Permanent, Colchester campus About the role: • To undertake a teaching role across a range of Level 1-3 Professional Chefs curriculum, focusing on delivery of Patisserie appropriate to the needs of all learners and different courses....

FM Conway is looking for a Drainage Operative to join our dedicated Water and Drainage Management team to support essential infrastructure across the highway network. In this role, you'll work as part of a skilled two-person crew, carrying out a variety of vital tasks, including the cleaning, clearance, repair, and maintenance of drainage systems. Whether you already have experience in the drainage industry or are looking to start a new and rewarding career, we offerfull training and ongoing support to help you succeed and grow in the role. This is a full time, permanent based in Winchester, Hampshire. The duties of the Drainage Operative role will include: -Assisting the HGV Drainage Engineers with a variety of drainage tasks, including high-pressure water jetting (HPWJ)to inspect, clean, and maintain drainage networks. -Carrying out drainage cleaning and investigation activities to identify and resolve issues. -Supporting the safe and effective use of high-pressure water jetting equipment. -Responding promptly to reactive and emergency callouts, helping to resolve urgent drainage problems. -Operating the GIS Trimble unit accurately and efficiently, following all company procedures and safety guidelines. What skills and experience do you need? To be considered for this role, you have a full UK driving licence. Experience in a similar role with high-pressure water jetting would be an advantage, it's not essential - we can provide full training to help you develop the skills you need. A CSCS Card and a Confined Space ticket would be beneficial, allowing you to contribute more quickly in this dynamic environment. What benefits will you receive? As our Drainage Operative, we will offer you a range of fantastic benefits including career and professional development (including our HGV apprenticeship program), 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, company pension, life assurance, opportunities for internal and external training and access to a wide range of shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform. We will also offer you a range of health and well-being benefits including 24-hour advice lines, and support from our in-house mental health first aiders. A brief introduction to FM Conway and the Water and Drainage Division FM Conway is a business of families with over 60 years' experience of creating sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. We pride ourselves on our core values, creating a culture around Care, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. The heart of FM Conway has, and always will be, its great people and we are always searching for talented individuals to join our family. You'll be joining our Water and Drainage Management Division - one of the fastest-growing and mostinnovative areas of our business. This dynamic division delivers a full range of services, including drainage surveys, maintenance, and rehabilitation across the entire highway network. As part of this forward-thinking team, you'll be working on the front line of infrastructure maintenance, supported by one of the UK's largest and most technically advanced specialist transport fleets. It's a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's not only growing rapidly but also shaping the future of water and drainage solutions. So, if you want to Join our Family as our Drainage Operative, click apply today! Closing Date: 17/05/2026 FM Conway is an award-winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life. EDI-Strategy At our heart we are a business that recognises and embraces individuality, so if you are excited about this role but you are unsure if you meet all of the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may still be the right candidate for this or another role we are recruiting for. We believe in people, not algorithms. That's why every application is personally reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team - never by AI. We look forward to receiving your application! JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior MEP Surveyor Multiple locations including: Leeds | Cambridge | London | Nottingham | Birmingham | Sheffield Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 DOE + Package I'm working with an expanding and forward-thinking construction consultancy that's looking to appoint an ambitious and experienced Senior MEP Surveyor to join their growing team across multiple UK locations. This is an excellent opportunity to join an independent, fast-growing consultancy created by industry professionals who wanted to move away from the rigidity of larger corporate firms and build something with a genuine people-first culture. With strong leadership, a collaborative environment, excellent staff retention and a robust project pipeline, this is an exciting next step for an experienced MEP professional looking to progress their career. With projects spanning infrastructure, healthcare, education, regeneration and public-sector developments, this role offers genuine variety and the chance to work on high-profile schemes across the UK. If you're looking for more autonomy, career progression and the opportunity to be part of a business where your voice genuinely matters - apply today! The Role This position offers real responsibility, autonomy and visibility, alongside the support of an experienced leadership team and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in the commercial management and delivery of major MEP packages across a wide range of infrastructure and build projects. Key Responsibilities As the Senior MEP Surveyor, your responsibilities will include: • Leading the commercial management of MEP packages across infrastructure and build projects, • Preparing cost plans, estimates, budgets and tender documentation for mechanical and electrical work, • Managing procurement processes, contractor appointments and tender evaluations, • Administering contracts and ensuring commercial compliance throughout project lifecycles, • Managing valuations, variations, change control and final accounts, • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong professional relationships, • Working closely with project managers, design consultants, contractors and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, • Supporting risk management and value engineering exercises across projects, • Reviewing project progress and commercial performance against programme and budget, • Attending and leading commercial meetings, workshops and client presentations Requirements • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline, • Proven experience within an MEP Surveying or Building Services environment, • Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services packages across major construction projects, • Experience managing MEP costs from pre-contract through to final account, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, • Excellent organisational and time management abilities, • Experience working with NEC and JCT forms of contract, • Working towards or already achieved chartered status (RICS or equivalent), • A proactive and commercially aware mindset with the ambition to grow within a successful consultancy, • Full UK driving licence preferred What's on Offer • Private healthcare, • Pension contribution, • Paid professional subscriptions and full chartership support, • Flexible working arrangements, • Travel expenses covered for local office and site travel, • Clear long-term progression opportunities within a growing team, • Strong social culture and collaborative working environment, • Ongoing professional development and training support, • Opportunity to work on major UK projects across multiple sectors If you're an experienced MEP Surveyor looking to join a consultancy where you can genuinely make an impact while continuing to develop your career, I'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Georgie Marden. Aldwych Consulting 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 happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. 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. JBRP1_UKTJ

Become a Driving Instructor – Nationwide | Earn Up to £50,000+ with My Four Wheels Looking for a new career with flexibility, independence and great earning potential? My Four Wheels is a 5-star rated driving school with 500 instructors already on the road nationwide — and we’re expanding across the UK. This opportunity is ideal for anyone considering a career change. You don’t need previous instructing experience — just a professional attitude, good people skills and the willingness to learn. We’ll train you from the start and guide you all the way to becoming an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). Why this opportunity stands out Excellent Earning Potential (£38/hour typical lesson rates) Lesson rates average around £38 per hour, supporting strong income whether you work part-time or full-time. For example, working 32 hours per week can deliver earnings up to £39k per year, and those working 40hrs have the opportunity to reach £50,000+. Total Flexibility You decide when you work — mornings, evenings, weekends, or a full-time diary. It’s a career that fits around your life. Local Work, Less Travel Most instructors teach within 30 minutes of home, typically covering 6–8 postcodes, helping you maximise teaching time and reduce travel. Earn While You Train After passing DVSA Part 2, you are able to apply for a trainee licence, allowing you to begin teaching and earning sooner while completing the final stage of qualification. New Training Academy – Full Support Built In Our new Training Academy provides a structured route through DVSA Parts 1, 2 and 3, combining: - Flexible online learning for theory and preparation - In-car coaching to build driving and teaching ability - Live classroom sessions for extra guidance and confidence - Lesson plans, resources and ongoing support to help you succeed Dual-Control Vehicle Options We can support you with access to dual-control car options through established providers, including new and nearly-new models such as Ford Puma, Renault Clio, MG3 and Vauxhall Corsa, subject to availability. A Rewarding Career You’ll help learners gain independence, improve road safety, and experience the satisfaction of seeing students pass and succeed. Training Fees Paid Back in Full All instructors pay for training. Training fees can be paid back in full after you have worked with us for 1 year (ask for details). Eligibility (DVSA Requirements) To apply, you must: - Hold a full UK driving licence for at least 3 years - Have no more than 5 penalty points - Have no bans in the last 5 years - Be reliable, patient, and confident communicating with people Apply Now Submit your details today and our team will contact you to explain the training route, timescales and how quickly you can get started.

As part of an exciting period of transformation, were evolving our Change team and creating a number of new opportunities across the function. Our refreshed structure will bring clearer ownership, stronger collaboration and better decision-making, enabling us to deliver change more effectively for our customers and colleagues. This is a great time to join as a Business Design Partner, playing a critical role in shaping major programmes and helping define how future services and operating models work across Anchor. Working closely with Directors, Executive Sponsors and senior stakeholders, youll lead discovery, define outcomes and design future-state services that are strategically aligned, operationally viable and focused on better outcomes for residents and colleagues. What youll be doing • Lead strategic discovery and early-stage shaping across major programmes and directorates, • Design future-state service, process and operating models aligned to the Target Operating Model, • Partner with Directors and Sponsors to define scope, priorities, value and delivery options, • Facilitate workshops and translate business needs into clear requirements, user stories and acceptance criteria; and review solution designs to align, • Provide senior design assurance across governance forums to improve decision quality, • Promote integration and reuse of design assets across programmes to support joined-up change What youll bring • Significant experience in business design, business analysis, service design and/or operating model design, • Proven ability to influence Directors and Executive-level stakeholders, • Strong expertise in strategic analysis, journey mapping and conceptual modelling, • Experience providing constructive challenge and assurance within governance settings, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable • Experience in care, housing, health, local government or similar regulated sectors (this role will primarily be aligned to Care, so applicants with a care background will be prioritised), • Knowledge of digital platforms, data flows and enterprise-wide service change, • Experience contributing to business cases, benefits definition and value articulation, • Qualifications such as BCS BA, IIBA, TOGAF, service design or UX certifications, • Familiarity with tools such as Lucid, Visio or Azure DevOps Apply now Click Apply to get started. Our hiring team will review your application and contact you with next steps. Anchor a great place to work Anchor is Englands largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life. Were not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities. Our values Every one of us can make a difference to our residents and play a part in shaping homes and services around their needs. Our Anchor values of being Accountable, Respectful, Courageous and Honest apply to us all, whether you manage colleagues as part of your role or not. Displaying our values can influence those around us to do the same. We can all be leaders at Anchor and should all be driven by the same customer ethos. Our Anchor Leadership Framework helps align these values with the skills and behaviours we demonstrate. A rewarding environment From health and happiness to finance and your career, well give you all the support you need. Health & happiness • Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts, • Mental health support, • Flexible working options, • Access to online GP appointments Finance • Pension plan contribute between 4% and 8% and well match it or better, • Quick and easy pension transfer service, • Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance, • Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more, • Free Blue Light Card Career • Ongoing personal and professional development programme, • Leadership Pathways online learning resources, • Career progression and promotion opportunities Celebrating diversity, celebrating you Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other. We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others. We are a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes. JBRP1_UKTJ

Blackwell & Co Position: Delivery Driver Schedule: Monday to Saturday, 5 days per week on a rotating schedule Start Time: From 3:00 AM Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: £28540.00 per annum Role Overview Blackwell & Co are looking for a reliable and professional Van Driver to join our team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring our customers receive their orders on time, in excellent condition, and with outstanding service. As a Van Driver, you will represent Blackwell & Co on the road and at customer sites, maintaining a friendly, courteous, and professional manner at all times. You will be expected to drive safely and fuel-efficiently, uphold our company standards, and communicate effectively with the Transport and Sales teams. Key Responsibilities • Carry out daily vehicle walk-round checks and promptly report any defects, • Drive safely, responsibly, and in a fuel-efficient manner at all time...

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's 'World's best companies 2024' ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: Early finish on Fridays Competitive salary, annual bonus and pay review 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) Strong pension scheme and life assurance Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. Together, we succeed through a shared vision. At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make our teams stronger and more effective. As an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We encourage anyone to apply if you can demonstrate relevant skills and experience for this role, even if you don't meet 100% of the criteria. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process. Your Role : As a Painter in our Chemical Process area, you will ensure the quality and durability of our aerospace components through precise painting techniques and strict adherence to industry and customer standards. You will be responsible for: Applying specialised coatings to aerospace components using various painting techniques, including spraying, brushing, and dipping Preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking in accordance with technical specifications and requirements Performing quality inspections before, during, and after painting to ensure adherence to specifications and standards Maintaining painting equipment to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety regulations Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions Following all safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment Conducting pre and post-paint compliance tests Proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and cost-saving initiatives Collaborating with the team to develop and implement techniques and procedures to enhance the painting process What You'll Bring: Essential: NVQ level 3 (minimum requirement) Proven experience as a painter, preferably in aerospace or manufacturing industry Attention to detail and ability to work with precision to meet quality standards Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications Desirable: Familiarity with aerospace coatings, paints, and surface preparation techniques Experience within a chemical processing department Why Safran? A global presence: Join a global aerospace, defence and space business with over 100,000 colleagues across 300 sites in 30 countries. Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate differences and believe they make us stronger. A fulfilling work environment drives innovation and team success. Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further. Mobility & training opportunities: We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan, and mobility opportunities. A culture of excellence: We value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence. Get involved: JBRP1_UKTJ

Part-Time Accountant / Bookkeeper Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: £30,000 FTE (£18,000 pro-rata)Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Flexible: 3 full days or spread across 4 days) About the OpportunityAssure Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent accounting practice in Colchester. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced professional seeking a stable, part-time role with genuine work-life balance. The firm manages a diverse portfolio of approximately 200 clients, including sole traders, limited companies, and partnerships, offering a varied and engaging workload. The RoleYou will take ownership of a range of accounting and bookkeeping tasks, providing high-quality support to a broad client base. Key responsibilities include: • Year-End Accounts: Preparing comprehensive year-end accounts for various entities., • Taxation: Managing Corporation Tax and Self-Assessment tax returns., • Payroll: Accurate processing of client payroll., • Client Relations: Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and providing general accountancy advice., • Admin: General accountancy duties to ensure the smooth running of client portfolios. About YouWe a...

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Infrastructure Automation Engineer to join our team. In this role you will develop, implement and maintain automation solutions across the College's IT infrastructure, helping to reduce manual processes, improve service reliability and support compliance requirements. You will work closely with the IT Operations Manager and infrastructure teams to identify opportunities for automation and deliver scripts, tools and workflows that enhance operational efficiency. You will also provide 3rd line technical expertise, supporting the effective management and continuous improvement of the College's IT systems and infrastructure. Job title: Infrastructure Automation Engineer Full time, Permanent. Colchester Campus About the role: In this role, you will act as a 3rd line escalation point for complex incidents, problems and service requests, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to teaching and business operations. You will design, develop and maintain automation solutions to reduce manual processes across IT systems, infrastructure and user services. You will proactively identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency by analysing service desk trends, recurring issues and workflows, implementing automated rules and integrations where appropriate. You will develop intelligent automation solutions for network infrastructure, including self-healing capabilities, automated remediation of common issues and integration with monitoring platforms. You will develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to support Microsoft infrastructure automation, including Active Directory, Exchange, Azure/Entra ID, Intune and Microsoft 365 environments. You will also create automation scripts for network device configuration and management, alongside developing infrastructure monitoring and alerting solutions. In addition, you will contribute to and support Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management practices to improve consistency, scalability and reliability across the College's IT infrastructure. Essential Experience: Proven experience in PowerShell scripting, supported by a demonstrable portfolio. Experience automating Microsoft infrastructure, including Active Directory, Exchange, Azure/Entra ID, Intune and Microsoft 365. Experience administering ITSM platforms and developing workflows within systems such as HaloPSA, ServiceNow, Jira Service Management or similar platforms. Experience working with REST APIs and system integrations. Experience of network automation using Python, Ansible or API-based configuration methods. Experience supporting enterprise systems and services in a 3rd line technical support capacity. Essential Qualifications: Evidence of continuous professional development in automation technologies. Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you looking for a Part time Nursery Practitioner role where you’ll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Join us at Chestnut House Kindergarten. • 45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester, CO4 5LE, • Part time - 36 hours - 8am-6pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, • £13.61 an hour / £25,477 per annum Chestnut House Kindergarten Nursery is based in the historic city of Colchester, ideally located on a main road with excellent public transport links and just a short distance from the town centre. We are currently seeking a Level 3 Practitioner to join our friendly team for two days per week, with flexibility around which days are worked. The nursery is open from 8:00am to 6:00pm, and the role will involve working within these hours on a patterned basis. By joining our nursery, you become part of a supportive family environment that truly values, encourages, and uplifts every member of the team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750, • Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members, • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays, • Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available, • Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth, • Excellent Transport Links As a Nursery Practitioner, you will: • Ensure that each child’s individual needs are met and a high standard of professional care and education is delivered in a caring, safe and secure environment in which all children can play, learn and develop., • Observe, assess and plan an interesting, stimulating and challenging range of early years activities which supports each child’s individual learning and development needs and abilities., • Engage as a professional member of the team, exhibiting a flexible attitude and willingness to develop new skills, • Ensure that company policies and procedures are read, applied, regularly reviewed and adhered to by all, • Follow risk assessments diligently and report all health and safety matters to management., • Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will need: • Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential, • Fluent in written and spoken English - essential, • Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable, • Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Chestnut House Kindergarten Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Become a Foster Carer or Supported Lodgings Host with Thrive Fostering • Are you passionate about making a positive difference in childrens lives?, • Do you have the compassion and stability to offer a safe and nurturing home?, • Do you have a spare room available? If yes, Thrive Fostering invites you to join our growing network of Foster Carers and Supported Lodgings Hosts. This is a unique opportunity to transform young lives while being part of a supportive, professional team. What Does a Foster Carer Do? • A Foster Carer provides a safe and caring environment for children and young people who cannot live with their birth families., • Its a skilled, home-based role that is both emotionally and financially rewarding. Essential Criteria: • Have a permanent spare bedroom, • You must be over 21 years old, • A commitment to training and professional development, • Have the right to remain in the UK, • Communication and interpersonal skills What are the benefits? • Generous fostering allowance starting from £26,000 p/a, • Comprehensive support from experienced social workers, support workers, and therapeutic practitioners., • 24/7 on-call service., • Access to local carer support and networking., • Continuous, high-quality training to boost career confidence., • Ability to foster alongside a part-time or full-time job. Diversity and Inclusivity Statement The Fostering Foundation is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. They welcome individuals and families from all walks of life, including those of various ethnicities and same-sex couples. They believe that diversity enriches the lives of children in care JBRP1_UKTJ

Care Professional (Care Assistant/Carer - Full time and Part time). As a Care Professional, you will receive industry leading training, great rates of pay, pension contributions, paid travel and waiting time, a blue light card that offers major retailer discounts, £200 bonus for successful care pro

An established and growing accountancy firm is seeking a Payroll Senior or Payroll Manager to join its payroll team on either a full-time or part-time basis. Payroll Senior / Payroll Manager. This opportunity would suit an experienced payroll professional from an accountancy practice background who

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Counselling Supervisor/Tutor to join our team. In this role you will deliver high-quality supervision and support to trainee counsellors at University Centre Colchester, working with students in both group and one-to-one settings to support the development of their counselling competencies and successful progression within Higher Education programmes. You will contribute to the supervision of counselling students within a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) accredited provision, overseeing a range of practice formats including face-to-face, online (video) and telephone-based work. Supervision will be delivered through a blended approach, incorporating both in-person and remote sessions. You may also provide general student support where appropriate, contributing to the wider student experience. Successful candidates will benefit from a comprehensive induction programme designed to support their transition into the role. The College is committed to ongoing staff development and offers a competitive benefits package. Job title: Counselling Supervisor/Tutor Hourly Paid, Permanent, Part Time (0-20 Hours per week) Colchester Campus About the role: You will provide comprehensive counselling supervision for students, including record keeping, report writing and pastoral care. This will include a commitment to undertaking evening work, both on and off-site, as required to meet student needs. You will work closely with Programme Leaders to ensure a sustainable and responsive curriculum is developed and maintained, enabling University Centre Colchester courses to meet regional and national employment demands. You will lead on modelling best practice through the development of supervision requirements in support of the Colchester Institute Counselling Services (CICS) Co-ordinator. Working collaboratively with the CICS Co-ordinator, you will support successful student completion of the practical elements of Higher Education Counselling programmes. You will contribute to enhancing the quality of programme and subject delivery through the effective use of College quality assurance systems and by participating in the work of relevant committees and boards. You will apply and promote Colchester Institute Health and Safety policies at all times, modelling professional best practice, while continuing to develop and maintain your own professional expertise within relevant areas. Essential Experience: Significant experience of working as a Counsellor and Supervisor within a humanistic, person-centred and/or integrative framework. Knowledge and understanding of professional body regulations and requirements. Post-qualified counselling experience. Essential Qualifications: Education to Level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in a relevant subject area, or equivalent. A minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics, including GCSE Grade 4/C or above, CSE Level 1, O-Level Grade C or above, Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy, or equivalent qualifications. A degree or equivalent professional qualification in Humanistic/Person-Centred Counselling. Accredited registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). A recognised supervision qualification. Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are seeking a Lecturer to join our Hospitality team. In this role you will plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons tailored to a diverse range of learners and courses. You will support students throughout their study programmes, monitoring progress and providing guidance in line with college policies to help them achieve their full potential. You will be committed to continuous improvement, regularly reflecting on and enhancing your teaching practice, including the effective use of digital and online learning resources. Maintaining high expectations of student performance, behaviour, and commitment is essential, as is ensuring all work meets awarding body standards. Job title: Lecturer - Patisserie - Hospitality Part Time 22.2 hours per week, spread over 3 days, Permanent, Colchester campus About the role: To undertake a teaching role across a range of Level 1-3 Professional Chefs curriculum, focusing on delivery of Patisserie appropriate to the needs of all learners and different courses. To prepare, plan and conduct effective teaching appropriate to the needs of individual students, courses, and the curriculum. Monitor and support learners across the whole study prgramme adhering to college policy. To reflect continuously and improve the quality of teaching and learning within your sessions. Utilising and developing online resources to support student achievement. Maintain high expectations of learner's work, comittment and behaviour, taking action to ensure the highest standards are met at all times. Essential Experience: Experience of working in catering operations with patisserie being the main area of expertise. High level pastry and dessert skills, plating, finishing and using modern techniques. Understanding of commercial kitchen pace and standards. Essential Qualifications Education to level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent. Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent. Level 5 Teaching Qualification / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course. Assessor/Verifier Awards. Why join us? At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL. TPBN1_UKTJ

Cyber Security Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Cyber Security. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Cyber Security Traineeship graduates to keep up with their growth. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as full training courses will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part time or unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is completed in 4 easy steps, you can be placed into your first role in as little as 10-12 weeks: Step 1 - Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised IT Support courses by CompTIA, Microsoft and Cisco. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor to help you throughout your training. Step 2 – Practical Training You will gain the practical experience by using our cutting edge Livelabs. Gaining hands-on experience is essential in today’s IT industry for both certifications and keeping up to date with new technologies. Theory is often not enough these days, companies require hands on practical experience to make sure you're job ready. Step 3 – Official exams You will then go on to sit the CompTIA A+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised worldwide. The CompTIA A+ is the most commonly asked for certificate in entry level IT roles. Step 4 – IT Technician placement You will be placed into your first role as an IT Technician. You will need to gain two years experience in this role before you can progress into a cyber security analyst role. While working as an IT Technician, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the cyber security field. This will consist of online training, practical training and an official exam. Cyber Security Role Once you have completed all of the mandatory training in step four and have the required two years experience in the IT industry, you will be ready to move into your Cyber Security Analyst role. We have partnered with a number of large IT companies who have a massive shortage of qualified cyber security staff. At a one off cost of £990, or a deposit of £206 followed by 13 interest free monthly instalments of £92, this represents a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in IT and have a real career ladder to start climbing. If you are not offered a role at the end of the training we will refund 100% of your course fees. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. ‘Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Are you looking for a Part time Nursery Practitioner role where you’ll feel valued, supported, and part of a fantastic team? Join us at Chestnut House Kindergarten. 45 Mill Road, Myland, Colchester, CO4 5LE Part time - 36 hours - 8am-6pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday £13.61 an hour / £25,477 per annum Chestnut House Kindergarten Nursery is based in the historic city of Colchester, ideally located on a main road with excellent public transport links and just a short distance from the town centre. We are currently seeking a Level 3 Practitioner to join our friendly team for two days per week, with flexibility around which days are worked. The nursery is open from 8:00am to 6:00pm, and the role will involve working within these hours on a patterned basis. By joining our nursery, you become part of a supportive family environment that truly values, encourages, and uplifts every member of the team. Why Join Us? At Family First, we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750 Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth Excellent Transport Links As a Nursery Practitioner, you will: Ensure that each child’s individual needs are met and a high standard of professional care and education is delivered in a caring, safe and secure environment in which all children can play, learn and develop. Observe, assess and plan an interesting, stimulating and challenging range of early years activities which supports each child’s individual learning and development needs and abilities. Engage as a professional member of the team, exhibiting a flexible attitude and willingness to develop new skills Ensure that company policies and procedures are read, applied, regularly reviewed and adhered to by all Follow risk assessments diligently and report all health and safety matters to management. Enhance the all-around daily needs of children, including their physical, intellectual, social and emotional development *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to this post may be added. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will need: Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential Fluent in written and spoken English - essential Over 1 year’s experience of working in Early Years - desirable Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty. Chestnut House Kindergarten Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group