JOB DESCRIPTION - NURSERY DEPUTY MANAGER Duties will include: Responsibility for the daily running and administration of the nursery adhering to the Policies & Procedures of Royal Village Day Nursery and compliance with the Children Act, Health and Safety legislation, EYFS and Montessori method of teaching and within the guidelines of Ofsted. Ensuring confidentiality is maintained in the nursery. Having key-holder responsibility. Offering all children equal opportunities with regard to their religious persuasion, racial origins, gender, disabilities, cultural or linguistic background; in particular, challenging situations where racism or discrimination is displayed. Ensuring effective staff recruitment following nursery s recruitment procedures. Supervision of staff and students, conducting regular staff assessments, recognizing training needs, monitoring training and developing teamwork. Organizing of regular staff meetings and in-service training. Care and...

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - Primary School Southend-on-Sea Full Time September 2026 Start 8:30am - 3:30pm Do you enjoy the variety of teaching across different year groups? Are you an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant who thrives in a busy primary school environment? Tradewind Recruitment is working in partnership with a fantastic primary school in Southend-on-Sea to recruit an enthusiastic and confident HLTA for a full-time position starting in September. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys taking responsibility for leading lessons while also making a real impact through targeted intervention work. What You'll Be Doing As the school's HLTA, you'll play an important role in supporting teaching and learning by: Providing high-quality classroom cover across Early Years through to Year 6 . Delivering planned lessons during teachers' PPA time, meetings and other planned absences. Running focused intervention groups and...

SEND Teaching Assistant (Autism) Secondary & Primary Southend Full-Time Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Empowering Learning are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work with pupils with Learning Difficulties in Southend. We are seeking Teaching Assistant's with a background of supporting children or adults with Complex Needs, Autism or Learning Difficulties. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate a caring and empathetic nature towards the pupils but also remain resilient and patient under difficult scenarios. The school would like positive and versatile SEN Teaching Assistants, with a keen interest in supporting pupils of different learning levels. Job Responsibilities Able to work with groups or 1:1 support within the classroom Supporting pupils with Complex Needs, Autism & Learning Difficulties Supervising & managing pupils behaviour Encourage, engage and support pupils with their learning & development Support with...

SEN Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs) Empowering Learning are currently working with an excellent SEND school in Southend-On-Sea. They are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join their school as soon as possible. The position will be based within a small class supporting Social Emotional Mental Health Students. You will be working with children aged between 4 - 16 Years in age, each with statements of special education needs. Most of the children you will be working with have very limited communication skills, and some are completely non-verbal. You will be assisting more than one class, supporting several children across the school, rather than working 1:1 with any particular child. To be eligible to apply for this position, you would ideally have experience supporting pupils with Social Emotional Mental Health Needs. Teaching Assistant support As a Teaching Assistant, we are looking for the right candidate who can make learning participative and...

Registered General Nurse Location: Kenway Court, Southend on Sea Salary : £15.50 - £22.00 per hour Hours Per Week: 37.5 Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Kenway Court we are recruiting for a Registered General Nurse. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children's care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile in providing opportunities for people to thrive and live well. About the role...

SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) - Southend-On-Sea Location: Southend-On-Sea Hourly Rate: £25 -£30 Flexible Hours: Up to 30 per week Term-time only Make a difference where it matters most. AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local authorities in delivering customised 1:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting. We seek dedicated SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTAs in (AREA) and the surrounding regions. You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to: SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Autism EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance) SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties) MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) Key Responsibilities You'll provide face-to-face 1:1 support , working with students from Early Years to KS4 . Your responsibilities will include:...

SEND Tutors (1:1 Support) Southend-On-Sea Location: Southend-On-Sea Hourly Rate: £25 -£30 Flexible Hours: Up to 30 per week Term-time only Make a difference where it matters most. AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local authorities in delivering customised 1:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting. We seek dedicated SEND Tutors, SEND Teachers, and HLTAs in (AREA) and the surrounding regions. You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to: SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Autism EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance) SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties) MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) Key Responsibilities You ll provide face-to-face 1:1 support , working with students from Early Years to KS4 . Your responsibilities will include: Deliver core...

Night Enabling Support Worker Location: Southend on Sea Salary : £13.15 per hour Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time (30 hours per week) Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Kenway Court we are recruiting for 2 part time Night Enabling Support Workers. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied. We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children s care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about...

Registered General Nurse Location: Kenway Court, Southend on Sea Salary : £15.50 - £22.00 per hour Hours Per Week: 37.5 Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Kenway Court we are recruiting for a Registered General Nurse. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children s care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile in providing opportunities for people to thrive and live well. About the role...

Part Time Driver/Maintenance Worker Location: Kenway Court, Southend on Sea Salary : £12.75 per hour Hours Per Week: 22.5 Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Kenway Court we are recruiting for a General Maintenance Person/Driver. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied. We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children s care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile...

Part Time Driver/Maintenance Worker Location: Kenway Court, Southend on Sea Salary : £12.75 per hour Hours Per Week: 22.5 Are you the candidate we are looking for? At Shaftesbury Kenway Court we are recruiting for a General Maintenance Person/Driver. Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship, as the salary requirements set by the Home Office are not satisfied. We are looking for people with the passion, talent, skills and experience that all add up to a caring and community-minded workforce. We believe that the people we support have the right to a full and flourishing life. They deserve the very best in delivery. Driven by our core values, Shaftesbury strives to be Open, Enabling, Inclusive and Courageous in all that we do. Our disability services across adult care, children's care and education are all focused on inclusion and support. Committed to professional, flexible and personalised care, we are passionate about going the extra mile...

SEN Tutor- Southend Location: Southend Position: SEN Specialist Tutor - Outreach Tuition Age Range: Primary School Subjects: Maths and English essential; Science desirable Hours: 0-40 hours per week (0-hour contract) Typical Referral: 10-15 hours per week per student Pay Rate: £25-£35 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term Working Hours: Primarily during school hours About the Role We are seeking dedicated and experienced SEN Specialist Tutors to provide personalised, one-to-one outreach tuition to primary-aged students across Southend. This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about supporting children who may be struggling to access mainstream education due to additional learning needs, SEND, school anxiety, or other barriers to education. You will deliver engaging and highly individualised tuition programmes designed to help students re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, develop essential skills, and make meaningful academic...

SEN Specialist Tutor - Outreach Tuition Location: Southend Position: SEN Specialist Tutor - Outreach Tuition Age Range: Primary School Subjects: Maths and English essential; Science desirable Hours: 0-40 hours per week (0-hour contract) Typical Referral: 10-15 hours per week per student Pay Rate: £25-£35 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term Working Hours: Primarily during school hours About the Role We are seeking dedicated and experienced SEN Specialist Tutors to provide personalised, one-to-one outreach tuition to primary-aged students across Southend. This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about supporting children who may be struggling to access mainstream education due to additional learning needs, SEND, school anxiety, or other barriers to education. You will deliver engaging and highly individualised tuition programmes designed to help students re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, develop essential skills, and make...

Outreach Recovery Worker Location: Southend on Sea Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (DOE) About The Role We are looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive Outreach Worker to engage with people who are rough sleeping or begging, including those who may be reluctant to engage with services or have multiple and complex needs. You will provide assertive and flexible street outreach, building trusting relationships and supporting individuals to access accommodation, healthcare, mental health and substance misuse services. Working collaboratively with statutory and voluntary partners, you will help people identify their strengths, make positive and sustainable changes, and move towards safer and more settled lifestyles. The role involves working across a range of locations and times, including some unsociable hours and in challenging weather conditions. You will maintain accurate records, contribute to multi-agency meetings and case planning, and ensure...

Outreach Recovery Worker Location: Southend on Sea Salary : £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (DOE) About The Role We are looking for a compassionate, resilient and proactive Outreach Worker to engage with people who are rough sleeping or begging, including those who may be reluctant to engage with services or have multiple and complex needs. You will provide assertive and flexible street outreach, building trusting relationships and supporting individuals to access accommodation, healthcare, mental health and substance misuse services. Working collaboratively with statutory and voluntary partners, you will help people identify their strengths, make positive and sustainable changes, and move towards safer and more settled lifestyles. The role involves working across a range of locations and times, including some unsociable hours and in challenging weather conditions. You will maintain accurate records, contribute to multi-agency meetings and case planning, and ensure...

Join Our Team as an Finance Manager! Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a knack for numbers? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy making a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you! Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to be a vital part of their team, providing critical financial insights and ensuring the smooth running of their financial processes. Why Join Us? Play a key role in shaping financial strategies. Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to excellence. Enjoy a vibrant workplace that values your contributions. Key Responsibilities: As the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for a variety of exciting tasks, including: Uploading purchase invoices. Creating payment schedules. Credit control Preparing and submitting VAT returns, including postponed VAT. Reconciling bank and credit accounts while addressing banking queries. Liaising with suppliers regarding invoicing, credit limits,...

SEN Specialist Tutor - Outreach Tuition Location: Southend Position: SEN Specialist Tutor - Outreach Tuition Age Range: Primary School Subjects: Maths and English essential; Science desirable Hours: 0-40 hours per week (0-hour contract) Typical Referral: 10-15 hours per week per student Pay Rate: 25- 35 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term Working Hours: Primarily during school hours About the Role We are seeking dedicated and experienced SEN Specialist Tutors to provide personalised, one-to-one outreach tuition to primary-aged students across Southend. This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about supporting children who may be struggling to access mainstream education due to additional learning needs, SEND, school anxiety, or other barriers to education. You will deliver engaging and highly individualised tuition programmes designed to help students re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, develop essential skills, and make meaningful...

SEN Tutor- Southend Location: Southend Position: SEN Specialist Tutor - Outreach Tuition Age Range: Primary School Subjects: Maths and English essential; Science desirable Hours: 0-40 hours per week (0-hour contract) Typical Referral: 10-15 hours per week per student Pay Rate: 25- 35 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-Term Working Hours: Primarily during school hours About the Role We are seeking dedicated and experienced SEN Specialist Tutors to provide personalised, one-to-one outreach tuition to primary-aged students across Southend. This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about supporting children who may be struggling to access mainstream education due to additional learning needs, SEND, school anxiety, or other barriers to education. You will deliver engaging and highly individualised tuition programmes designed to help students re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, develop essential skills, and make meaningful academic progress....

What does the PIP Disability Assessor role involve? The role will involve you carrying out 3 client assessments per day. A typical day will see you carry out telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You ll listen to their experiences, ask questions and use your insights to produce a factual report to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine their eligibility for benefits. That's the good news; the DWP make the final decision, you don't. Your role is to gather information and produce the report. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a well-established, people focussed organisation. You'll receive outstanding training and support to ensure you are the best you can be in your new role! What is on offer as a PIP Disability Assessor? - Excellent starting salary at £49,432pa - Salary increase to £50,432pa at 6 months and a further increase to £51,432pa at 12...

Landscape Gardener required to work around the Southend area. Please note: Monday to Friday and you must have your own transport and site-based outdoor work. The role: We are looking for a reliable Landscape Gardener to undertake landscaping and garden maintenance projects across Southend-on-Sea and the surrounding areas. Working on residential and commercial properties, you will help create and maintain attractive outdoor spaces, completing work to a high standard and providing a professional service to customers. Key responsibilities: Prepare ground, improve soil and lay turf. Plant trees, shrubs, flowers and hedges. Carry out mowing, hedge cutting, pruning, weeding and general garden maintenance. Assist with hard landscaping, including patios, paving, fencing, decking and garden edging. Use gardening tools and powered equipment safely. Load, unload and move materials, keeping work areas clean and tidy. Follow project instructions and agreed schedules....