Volunteer as a Family Mentor in Southend-on-Sea Help families build brighter futures – one visit at a time. Every family deserves the chance to thrive. Some are facing challenges like isolation, poor mental health, or financial pressures—and that’s where you come in. By becoming a Family Mentor, you’ll provide steady, practical and emotional support that can make the difference between a family breaking apart or staying together. What you’ll do As a Family Mentor, you’ll: • Visit a family at home once a week for at least six months, • Listen without judgement and offer encouragement, • Help parents grow confidence and parenting skills, • Support families in tackling day-to-day challenges, • Reduce isolation by connecting families with community support You won’t be doing this alone—we’ll match you with a family and provide full training, regular supervision, and ongoing support. Who we’re looking for You don’t need professional experience—just patience, empathy, and reliability. • Aged 18+ and based in or near Southend-on-Sea, • Able to commit to weekly visits for six months, • Happy to complete a DBS check and provide references, • Willing to listen, encourage, and stand by families even when things are tough We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Your life experience could make you the perfect mentor. What you’ll gain Volunteering as a Family Mentor is life-changing—for you as well as the families. You’ll: • Gain new skills and experience for work or study, • Boost your confidence and empathy, • Join a supportive volunteer community, • Receive training and ongoing guidance, • Be reimbursed for travel and out-of-pocket expenses “When I started, I didn’t think I had much to offer. But six months later, I saw a mum smiling more, feeling less alone—and I realised how powerful just showing up can be.” — Sarah, Volunteer Mentor Why it matters Right now, families in Southend-on-Sea are under pressure. With your time and kindness, you can help prevent children entering care, support parents to cope, and give children the best chance to flourish.
Premier Wills Southend is an established company specialising in Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Probate Administration. A position has become available for a candidate to assist in the daily running and organisation of the office, to attend to clients , draft Last Will and Testaments, over see the signing and Witnessing of legal Documents, and to assist the Director in her absence.
Overview We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team. This role includes providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children in our nursery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in early childhood education and demonstrate excellent communication skills. As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an essential role in the development and well-being of the children in your care. Duties Provide high-quality care and education to children aged 0-5 years, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. Plan and implement engaging activities that promote learning through play, fostering children's physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development. Maintain accurate records of children's progress and development, communicating effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child's achievements. Work collaboratively with colleagues to create a positive team environment that supports the nursery's objectives. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, safeguarding policies, and nursery procedures. Support children’s individual needs, including those with special educational needs or disabilities. Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to enhance professional development. Skills Previous experience working with children in a childcare or nursery setting is preferred. Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, to interact with children, parents, and colleagues effectively. A nurturing attitude towards children with the ability to create a warm and welcoming environment. Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of young children and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Nursery Practitioner.
We are seeking a professional and experienced Waiter/Waitress to join our team at Medusa Restaurant. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: Greet and seat guests in a professional manner Take and deliver orders accurately and efficiently Provide attentive service to ensure an exceptional dining experience Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area Work collaboratively with the team to uphold high service standards Requirements: Previous experience as a waiter/waitress in a restaurant setting (essential) Strong interpersonal and communication skills Professional appearance and attitude Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
Fireaway Pizza Company Moped Riders Wanted! Do you love driving? Have you ever thought of becoming a Delivery Driver? Are you looking for a fun and flexible role enabling you to work within a fast-paced team environment? At Fireaway we are responsible for always delivering excellent customer service, and ensuring all deliveries are made and delivered hot, fresh, and on time. We also provide excellent on the job training, which involves all aspects of the role, including Food Hygiene and Safety and customer service, both of which will ensure the highest possible standards are maintained. Position Overview Must be available evenings, weekends, late nights, Public and Religious holidays Part-Time position: 6-25 per week Full-time position: 26-50 per week Riders must own a Smart Phone, to use whilst at work to access the GPS system and provide own dark blue or black, plain in colour Motorcycle riding kit Full/Part-time with immediate start • Flexible hours, • No experience needed, as an induction and full training provided, • Advanced training and development programme leading to progression and management roles
What you’ll be doing: – Making and serving coffee – Helping set up and pack down the cart – Talking to customers and keeping things running smoothly What we’re looking for: – Someone friendly, punctual, and happy to learn – barista or café experience is a must – Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet
We are a private coach owner and are looking to rent a driver for temporary jobs.
We are a private members club and we are looking for part time chef/cook to join our small galley team to service our members mainly weekends, we would look to you order stock and ensure all paperwork done correctly. You will need to have level 2 or obtain it before starting