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SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) – Southend

As a SEND Tutor (1:1 Support) in Southend-on-Sea with Ackerman Pierce Education, you’ll deliver tailored learning that helps children and young people thrive when mainstream school isn’t currently the right fit. This is a rewarding opportunity to build flexible term-time hours (up to 30 per week) and make a real impact across Essex. Key Responsibilities - Provide 1:1 tutoring as part of Alternative Provision programmes, aligned to each learner’s EHCP and goals - Plan and deliver engaging sessions in core subjects and functional skills, adapting to needs and pace - Use positive behaviour and trauma-informed approaches to build trust, confidence and attendance - Track progress with clear notes and feedback, sharing updates with local authority contacts and families - Maintain safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries in all settings What You’ll Need - Experience supporting learners with SEND (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD) in a tutoring, school or support role - A teaching/tutoring background (QTS, HLTA, or strong tutoring experience welcomed) - Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to personalise learning effectively - Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain) and a solid safeguarding understanding Why Apply Enjoy competitive pay (£25–£30 per hour), flexible term-time work, and the chance to change educational outcomes for young people across Southend and wider Essex with a supportive education agency.

£25 - £30 per hour
Southend-on-Sea
Education & Childcare

Terminal Jetty Operator

Calor Gas Limited is hiring a Terminal Jetty Operator in Canvey Island, Essex — a hands-on role at the heart of a busy energy terminal where safety, teamwork and precision matter. If you’re looking for a stable, well-paid operational job with structured shifts and overtime opportunities, this is a great move locally. - Operate terminal and jetty equipment to support safe LPG/energy product handling and vessel operations - Carry out pre-start checks, monitoring and documentation to ensure compliance and accurate records - Coordinate with control room, drivers, contractors and marine teams to maintain safe loading/unloading activities - Respond to alarms, changes in operating conditions and routine issues using approved procedures - Support site housekeeping, permit-to-work processes and ongoing improvement initiatives - Proven experience in terminal, jetty, process plant, COMAH/high-hazard or industrial operations (or strong transferable skills) - Strong safety mindset with ability to follow procedures, complete checks and report hazards promptly - Comfortable working a 6-week rota with shift allowance, plus overtime when required - Desirable: relevant qualifications (e.g., SHE, confined space, first aid, fire marshal), or mechanical/process aptitude Why apply: Earn £33,000–£40,000 plus London weighting and a 12% shift allowance, with overtime available. Join a well-known energy employer investing in safe, sustainable operations and long-term careers in Essex.

£33,000 - £40,000 per year
Canvey Island
Other

Senior Work Co-ordinator

Senior Work Co-ordinator – Basildon | £32,000–£35,000 p/a | Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:30pm (Permanent) Join C2 Recruitment Ltd. as a Senior Work Co-ordinator in Basildon, supporting a busy engineering and facilities contract where your organisation will keep maintenance operations running smoothly. If you thrive on juggling priorities, keeping stakeholders aligned and making sure engineers are always deployed effectively, this is a fantastic long-term opportunity in Essex. Key Responsibilities - Coordinate planned (PPM) and reactive maintenance jobs from request through to completion - Schedule engineers, allocate works, and manage diaries to meet SLA and client expectations - Liaise daily with clients, site teams, subcontractors and management to ensure clear communication - Raise, track and close work orders, keeping accurate records, updates and job status reports - Identify bottlenecks and proactively resolve issues around access, materials, permits and timelines What You'll Need - Proven experience as a maintenance/facilities/work coordinator in an engineering, FM or PPM environment - Strong scheduling, prioritisation and stakeholder management skills in a fast-paced setting - Confidence using CAFM/CMMS systems (or similar job logging platforms) and MS Office - A detail-focused, customer-first approach with the ability to stay calm under pressure Why Apply You’ll step into a pivotal coordination role with clear responsibility, stable hours and the chance to make a real operational impact across Essex-based sites.

£32,000 - £35,000 per year
Basildon
Engineering

Senior Lettings Manager

Recruitment Solutions for Business Ltd is seeking a Senior Lettings Manager to lead a busy Residential Lettings office in Basildon. This is a standout opportunity in Essex for an experienced lettings professional to increase earnings, develop a high-performing team, and deliver first-class service to landlords and tenants. Key Responsibilities - Lead day-to-day lettings operations, ensuring a seamless customer journey from enquiry to move-in - Drive instructions, viewings and negotiations to meet and exceed income and occupancy targets - Coach, motivate and develop the lettings team, setting clear standards and KPIs - Build strong relationships with landlords, applicants and local referral partners across Basildon and surrounding areas - Ensure compliance across the lettings process, maintaining accurate records and best-practice procedures What You'll Need - Proven experience as a Lettings Manager or Senior Lettings Negotiator within residential lettings - Strong leadership skills with a track record of improving performance and service levels - Confident communicator and negotiator with a professional, customer-first approach - Full UK driving licence (for company car or allowance) Why Apply Enjoy a market-leading package with realistic OTE up to £50,000, £4,000 car allowance, 33 days’ holiday plus your birthday off, profit share, private healthcare, pension and life insurance, with clear career development in a growing Essex business.

£37,000 - £50,000 per year
Basildon
Full Time
Accounting & Finance

Cook/Chef

Aspen Grange Care Home in Braintree is looking for a skilled Cook/Chef to create nourishing, comforting meals that make a real difference to residents’ wellbeing. This is a rewarding catering role in Essex where your kitchen expertise supports dignity, choice and enjoyment every day. Key Responsibilities - Prepare and cook a varied, balanced menu for elderly residents, including special diets and allergens - Support the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation - Work with the wider care team to understand residents’ preferences and deliver a positive dining experience - Maintain excellent food hygiene, cleanliness and safe storage in line with legislation and internal procedures - Assist with stock rotation, ordering support and minimising waste while keeping service on schedule What You’ll Need - Proven experience as a chef/cook in a professional kitchen (care, hospitality or similar) - Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safe working practices (Food Safety certification desirable) - Ability to plan and deliver nutritious meals, including modified textures and dietary requirements - A reliable, team-focused approach and confidence working Monday to Sunday on a contract basis Why Apply Salary from £28,683 p/a, plus the satisfaction of cooking with purpose in a respected Braintree care home. Join a supportive team where your food helps residents feel at home.

From £28,683 per year
Braintree
Contract
Hospitality & Catering

Care Assistant

Rota Support Ltd is recruiting Care Assistants in Benfleet for flexible contract shifts across Essex’s private healthcare sector. This is a great opportunity to build steady hours around your lifestyle, with ad-hoc shifts that can add up to part-time or full-time work. If you’re passionate about supporting people to live with dignity and independence, we’d love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities - Provide personal care and day-to-day support, including washing, dressing, mobility and toileting - Assist with meals, hydration and nutrition, recording intake where required - Support service users’ wellbeing with companionship and respectful communication - Follow care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures at all times - Work closely with nurses and senior staff, reporting changes in condition and keeping accurate notes What You’ll Need - Experience as a Care Assistant/Healthcare Assistant in care homes, nursing homes or similar settings (preferred) - A caring, reliable approach and confidence working different sites and shifts - Understanding of confidentiality, infection control and safe moving & handling - Right to work in the UK; training/DBS support may be available depending on assignment Why Apply Enjoy competitive contract pay (£30,368 - £38,833 p/a equivalent) and the flexibility to choose shifts in Benfleet and across Essex while gaining experience in varied healthcare environments.

£30,368 - £38,833 per year
Benfleet
Contract
Healthcare & Medical

Manufacturing Engineer - Basildon

Join Morson Edge as a Contract Manufacturing Engineer in Basildon, supporting a leading aerospace and defence electronics client. This is a fantastic Essex opportunity to work on mission-critical systems that enhance situational awareness, communications and protection across land, air and sea. Key Responsibilities - Develop and improve manufacturing processes for complex electronic/mechanical assemblies to meet cost, quality and delivery targets - Create and maintain production documentation including work instructions, routings and process specifications - Provide shop-floor engineering support, investigating non-conformances and driving corrective actions - Lead continuous improvement activities (Lean/6 Sigma) to increase yield, throughput and reliability - Collaborate with design, quality and supply chain teams to support NPI, industrialisation and DFM/DFA reviews What You'll Need - Proven manufacturing engineering experience within aerospace, defence electronics or other regulated/high-reliability environments - Strong understanding of manufacturing methods, process control, root cause analysis and problem solving (8D, Ishikawa, 5 Whys) - Confidence working with engineering drawings, BOMs and technical documentation; able to communicate clearly with stakeholders - Desirable: experience with IPC standards, SAP/ERP, PFMEA/control plans, or test/inspection processes Why Apply Earn from £48,168 p/a and gain valuable contract experience with a respected engineering recruiter and a major aerospace programme in Basildon, Essex.

From £48,168 per year
Basildon
Contract
Engineering

Estimator

Estimator (Façades) – Doufre Construction Personell, Basildon Join a busy pre-construction team pricing specialist façade packages for high-profile projects across Essex, London and the South East. This is a great opportunity in Basildon for an experienced Estimator to step into a growing order book, strong contractor relationships and a clear pipeline of work. Key Responsibilities - Prepare accurate tenders for façade and building envelope packages, from new build to recladding - Review drawings, specifications and scope to produce take-offs and detailed pricing - Obtain and assess supplier/subcontractor quotes, ensuring best value and compliance - Clarify assumptions, exclusions and programme constraints with clients and internal teams - Support handovers to commercial/project teams and maintain tender documentation What You’ll Need - Proven experience as an Estimator within façades/building envelope (cladding, glazing, rainscreen, SFS or similar) - Strong understanding of tendering, measurement and pricing methodologies - Confidence interpreting construction drawings/specifications and communicating commercially - Good organisation and accuracy; ability to manage multiple bids to deadlines (Excel/estimating software beneficial) Why Apply Earn £55,000–£60,000 p/a in a full-time role with a well-established specialist subcontractor offering stability, variety and progression as the team expands.

£55,000 - £60,000 per year
Basildon
Full Time
Construction & Trades

Supply Chain Manager

As Supply Chain Manager with The Collective Network Limited in Basildon, you’ll take ownership of end-to-end planning for a precision engineering manufacturer serving motorsport and other high-performance sectors. This is a standout Essex opportunity with real influence across assembly, machining, materials and supplier performance, backed by a salary from £70,000 p/a. Key Responsibilities - Own the master production schedule across machining and mechanical assembly, ensuring priorities are clear and achievable - Plan materials and capacity to maintain availability, minimise shortages and keep lead times on track - Manage supplier performance: on-time delivery, quality, lead times, pricing, and escalation where needed - Control inventory and stock accuracy, balancing service levels with working capital and space - Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, ERP/MRP discipline, and cross-functional communication What You’ll Need - Proven supply chain or planning leadership within manufacturing (ideally precision engineering, aerospace, automotive or motorsport) - Strong knowledge of scheduling, MRP/ERP systems, materials planning and supplier management - Confident communicator who can align production, engineering, quality and procurement around one plan - Analytical mindset with a practical, hands-on approach and a track record of improving OTIF/performance Why Apply Join a high-performance environment where your decisions directly impact delivery and customer satisfaction. You’ll have scope to shape processes, build stronger supplier partnerships, and lead planning as a true end-to-end function in Essex.

From £70,000 per year
Basildon
Driving & Delivery

Commercial Property Surveyor

Lewis Paige is seeking a Commercial Property Surveyor to join a respected consultancy team in Basildon, supporting a growing pipeline of high-value commercial work across Essex. This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious surveyor who wants real influence, client ownership, and a clear route into senior leadership. Key Responsibilities - Lead commercial surveying instructions from initial brief through to delivery, ensuring best-in-class advice - Undertake inspections and prepare professional reports, valuations, schedules and recommendations - Manage landlord and tenant matters including lease renewals, rent reviews and negotiations - Build and maintain long-term client relationships, identifying opportunities to grow accounts - Support business development and help shape service delivery as the team expands across Essex What You'll Need - MRICS (or working towards) with strong commercial property experience - Proven ability to manage instructions independently and communicate confidently with clients - Solid knowledge of local market conditions across Basildon, Southend, Chelmsford and wider Essex - Commercial mindset with excellent negotiation, report writing and stakeholder management skills Why Apply You’ll join a consultancy known for quality and trust, with salary £60,000–£85,000 p/a, bonus potential, and genuine progression towards director-level responsibility in Essex.

£60,000 - £85,000 per year
Basildon
Full Time
Construction & Trades

Find Jobs and Career Opportunities in Essex

The Essex job market is diverse and growing, with opportunities spanning technology, healthcare, construction, retail, hospitality, and professional services. Discover Essex brings together the latest vacancies from local employers who are actively hiring across the county. Whether you are seeking a full-time position, part-time work, freelance contracts, or an apprenticeship, our jobs board connects you with employers who value local talent.

Essex benefits from excellent transport links into London, making it an attractive location for commuters, but the county also has a strong local economy in its own right. Towns such as Southend-on-Sea have seen significant investment in recent years, creating new roles in retail, leisure, and the creative industries. Meanwhile, Braintree and the surrounding districts continue to attract manufacturing, logistics, and technology firms seeking skilled workers.

Opportunities for Every Career Stage

Whether you are just starting out, looking for a career change, or searching for senior management positions, the Essex employment landscape has something to offer. Many local businesses advertise roles exclusively through community platforms like ours, meaning you will find vacancies here that are not listed on the larger national job boards. From entry-level warehouse and customer service roles to specialist engineering and finance positions, Essex employers are looking for dedicated individuals who want to work close to home.

Working in Essex

The cost of living in Essex is generally more affordable than in central London, while salaries in many sectors remain competitive. Towns like Harlow offer modern business parks and enterprise zones that attract employers from across the south-east. Essex is also home to several further education colleges and the University of Essex, providing a pipeline of skilled graduates entering the local workforce each year.

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