Colchester

Penderels Trust is seeking a Male Personal Care Assistant to support a client living in Colchester. This is a rewarding permanent role in Essex social care, offering stable hours, meaningful one-to-one work, and the chance to make a genuine difference every day. Key Responsibilities - Provide respectful personal care and support with daily living tasks in the client’s home - Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe moving/handling as required - Support with meal preparation, hydration, light household tasks, and maintaining a clean environment - Offer companionship and support to maintain independence, routines, and wellbeing - Keep clear notes and follow agreed care plans, guidance, and confidentiality requirements What You’ll Need - Male applicant (occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 due to the nature of personal care) - A caring, reliable approach and the ability to work sensitively in someone’s home - Experience in care is helpful, but training can be provided for the right person - Good communication skills and willingness to follow safeguarding and privacy policies Why Apply Join a trusted not-for-profit employer and build a long-term career in social care in Colchester, with competitive pay from £31,200 p/a and supportive onboarding. To apply, please complete the application via the link provided or email your CV quoting job reference ESX17578MM4. By submitting your CV, you confirm you have read the privacy policy: http://penderelstrust.org.uk/paPrivacy.php

Join the Office for National Statistics via AMS as a part-time Field Visitor in Colchester, helping improve the quality of UK data that shapes public services and policy. This is a 12-month contract with potential to extend, ideal if you enjoy working independently, meeting people, and exploring Essex while earning locally. Key Responsibilities - Visit pre-selected residential addresses in Colchester and surrounding areas to remind occupants to complete an online survey - Explain the survey purpose clearly and professionally, answering basic questions to encourage participation - Provide light support where needed (e.g., helping someone access the survey on their own device) - Record visit outcomes accurately and follow agreed procedures and confidentiality standards - Plan travel routes efficiently to meet weekly targets and appointment windows What You’ll Need - A full UK driving licence and access to your own car (essential for field-based travel) - Strong communication skills and a friendly, confident approach when speaking with the public - Good organisation and reliability, with the ability to work independently in the community - Basic digital skills to support online survey access and complete reporting Why Apply Enjoy flexible part-time contract work with a respected national organisation, plus the satisfaction of contributing to meaningful research across Essex.

UBT is recruiting a Procurement Manager in Colchester to take full ownership of the procurement function within a growing UK manufacturing business. If you enjoy driving value, strengthening supplier partnerships, and delivering measurable commercial impact, this full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity in Essex. Key Responsibilities - Lead end-to-end procurement across key spend categories, from sourcing to contract management - Develop and deliver supplier strategies that improve cost, quality, service and continuity of supply - Negotiate pricing, terms and agreements, ensuring compliance and strong commercial outcomes - Build robust supplier relationships and performance measures (KPIs, reviews, continuous improvement) - Collaborate with production, engineering and finance to support operational needs and budgets What You'll Need - Proven procurement experience (ideally within manufacturing, engineering or industrial supply chains) - Strong negotiation skills with a track record of delivering savings and value improvements - Confident stakeholder management and the ability to influence across teams - Analytical mindset with solid Excel/ERP experience; CIPS qualification is desirable Why Apply Join a successful, expanding employer where your decisions directly impact profitability and supply chain resilience. Office-based Monday to Friday (7:30am–4:30pm) with potential for 1 day from home, plus a competitive £50,000–£60,000 salary.

David Lloyd Clubs is seeking a Head Chef in Colchester to lead an energetic kitchen within Europe’s leading premium health and wellness group. This is a brilliant Essex opportunity to shape a fresh, quality-led menu, inspire a team, and be part of an exciting food development journey using great ingredients and trusted suppliers. Key Responsibilities - Lead day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and consistently high standards - Develop and deliver menus that reflect quality, seasonality and member preferences, using approved and locally sourced ingredients where possible - Manage, train and motivate the kitchen team, supporting performance and development - Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and compliance, keeping accurate records and standards audit-ready - Control stock, ordering, portioning and wastage to meet budget and quality targets What You’ll Need - Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up in a high-volume hospitality setting - Confident leadership and communication skills, with a hands-on approach during busy services - Strong knowledge of food safety, allergen controls and kitchen compliance (Level 2/3 desirable) - Passion for fresh food, menu innovation and delivering a premium member experience Why Apply Join a respected brand where your ideas are heard, your development is supported, and you’ll have the platform to create standout food for a loyal Colchester membership.

Section Engineer - Highways (Colchester) with Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited offers a standout opportunity to help deliver major highways and public realm schemes across Essex. Join a multi-accredited Tier 1 contractor with a strong pipeline of work and a culture that invests in people and long-term careers. Key Responsibilities - Set out and oversee highways works including drainage, kerbs, pavements, earthworks and surfacing, ensuring quality and accuracy - Produce and check site records: ITPs, as-built information, permits and daily diaries - Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to keep programmes on track and resolve technical queries - Maintain high standards of health & safety and support inspections, audits and RAMS compliance - Liaise with design, commercial and client teams to manage changes and deliver to specification What You'll Need - Proven experience as a Section Engineer on highways/infrastructure projects (UK) - Strong setting-out skills using GPS/total station and sound understanding of drawings and specs - SMSTS/SSSTS and CSCS (or ability to obtain quickly); NRSWA beneficial - Great communication, problem-solving and a collaborative approach on live sites Why Apply Earn £40,000 - £50,000 p/a and work on high-profile Colchester and Essex schemes with clear progression, strong support, and long-term project security.

David Lloyd Clubs in Colchester is looking for a passionate Lifeguard to help deliver a safe, welcoming poolside experience at one of Europe’s leading premium health and wellness groups. If you take pride in keeping people safe, enjoy working with members and families, and want a role with real purpose in Essex, this is a brilliant opportunity. Key Responsibilities - Maintain constant poolside vigilance and proactively prevent accidents and unsafe behaviour - Respond quickly and calmly to incidents, delivering first aid and emergency procedures when required - Carry out regular water quality, facility and safety checks, recording findings accurately - Support a positive member experience by offering friendly guidance and enforcing pool rules consistently - Assist with opening/closing routines and maintaining a clean, professional poolside environment What You’ll Need - A valid lifeguard qualification (e.g., NPLQ or equivalent) and confidence performing rescues - Up-to-date CPR/first aid knowledge and a strong understanding of pool safety standards - Great communication skills and a calm, responsible approach under pressure - Flexibility to work a rota, including early starts, evenings and weekends Why Apply Join a respected wellness brand with excellent facilities and a supportive team culture. You’ll build valuable safety and customer service skills with development opportunities within David Lloyd Clubs in Colchester.

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Silver cross pioneer pushchair

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Hatfields Colchester sofas

2 and 3 seater sofas from Hatfields Colchester, approx. 7 /8 years old and in emculate condition. Deep red /wine upholstery, includes cushions. Needs to be seen. Open to offers, no time wasters please

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Brother Innov-is F580 Sewing and Embroidery Machine

Less than a year old, like new condition. Retails for £1699. Great sewing machine and embroidery machine. See your style come alive with 241 utility and decorative stitches, including 10 one-step...