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Business Support Assistant

Essex County Council is seeking a Business Support Assistant to join its Chelmsford team on a fixed-term, full-time contract (37 hours) until 31/03/2027. This is a great opportunity to build a strong public sector administration career in Essex, supporting services that make a real difference to local residents. Key Responsibilities - Provide efficient administrative and business support, including document preparation and accurate record-keeping - Manage diaries, meeting arrangements and minute taking, ensuring actions are tracked and completed - Handle enquiries professionally by phone and email, signposting customers and colleagues appropriately - Maintain data on internal systems, producing basic reports and supporting compliance with processes - Support colleagues with coordination of tasks, post, ordering and general office administration What You’ll Need - Previous experience in an administrative, office support or business support role - Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and confidence managing competing priorities - Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and willingness to learn new systems - A current, unrestricted right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available) Why Apply Earn up to £25,959 per annum while gaining valued local government experience in Chelmsford, with development encouraged from day one at one of Essex’s leading employers.

Up to £25,959 per year
Chelmsford
Contract
Other

Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator

Join Bupa as a Lifestyle and Wellbeing Coordinator at The Lawns Care Home in Springfield, Chelmsford. This part-time, permanent role (24 hours per week on a rota with alternate weekends) is a brilliant opportunity to make a visible difference to residents’ daily lives in a highly rated home (CQC Good; Carehome.co.uk 9.7/10). If you’re passionate about meaningful activities, connection and person-centred care, you’ll feel right at home in Essex. Key Responsibilities - Plan and deliver a varied programme of lifestyle, social and wellbeing activities tailored to individual interests and abilities - Build relationships with residents and families to understand life histories and create engaging, inclusive experiences - Support community links, events and outings, encouraging participation and reducing isolation - Work closely with nurses, carers and home leadership to align activities with care plans and wellbeing goals - Maintain accurate records and ensure activities meet safety and quality standards What You’ll Need - Experience in activities, lifestyle, wellbeing, care or community roles (care home experience desirable) - A warm, confident approach with great communication and organisation skills - Creativity and energy to motivate residents of differing needs, including dementia support - Flexibility to work rota hours, including alternate weekends Why Apply You’ll be supported by a trusted healthcare employer, with opportunities to develop your skills and build a rewarding career in Chelmsford’s care community. Salary from £29,635 p/a (based on hourly rate), depending on experience.

From £29,635 per year
Chelmsford
Healthcare & Medical

Head of Youth Work

Head of Youth Work – Chelmsford (Permanent) – from £40,000 p/a NFP People is seeking an inspiring Head of Youth Work to lead high-impact youth services in Chelmsford, Essex. This is a standout leadership opportunity for someone who can blend strategic vision with hands-on delivery, building programmes that help young people thrive while supporting staff and volunteers to do their best work. Key Responsibilities - Lead and develop youth work strategy, ensuring services are safe, inclusive and impactful across Chelmsford and wider Essex - Manage, motivate and coach a team of youth workers, sessional staff and volunteers, creating a positive and high-performing culture - Build strong relationships with young people, families, schools and local partners to expand reach and outcomes - Oversee programme planning, safeguarding, reporting and continuous improvement, ensuring best practice is embedded - Contribute to organisational planning, funding conversations and stakeholder engagement to drive long-term success What You'll Need - Proven experience in youth work leadership or a senior youth work role, with strong operational delivery skills - Excellent people management, communication and stakeholder management abilities - Thorough knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and inclusive practice - Confidence using data and feedback to evaluate impact; relevant qualification is desirable Why Apply Join a values-led, equal opportunities employer committed to amplifying under-represented voices. You’ll have real scope to shape youth provision in Essex and grow your leadership career.

From £40,000 per year
Chelmsford
Other

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