41 jobs found in Colchester

Head Housekeeper 📍 Colchester | 🏨 Single-Site Hotel 💷 £31,800 per annum 🕒 40 hours per week | 5 days out of 7 ✨ About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Housekeeper to lead operations at a busy hotel site in Colchester. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on delivering high standards, building strong teams, and driving continuous improvement. 🔑 What You'll Be Doing Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing housekeeping team Managing day-to-day operations including linen, stock, equipment, and workflows Ensuring excellent cleanliness standards through regular room inspections Maintaining health & safety compliance at all times Building strong, professional relationships with clients Monitoring performance, managing budgets, and driving cost efficiencies Recruiting, training, and coaching team members to reach their full potential Supporting business growth through reporting, meetings, and site...

Payroll Administrator £28,000 - £35,000 6-month FTC Are you an aspiring payroll a professional looking to provide additional support to the payroll team due to a busy period. Portfolio Payroll are proud to be exclusively representing a client who are a big player within the healthcare field. Job Overview You will be a key part of the payroll team assisting with the following. Day to Day Responsibilities: Processing in house monthly payrolls from start to finish Deal with various pay queries across the business Assist with various payroll projects Essential Skills and Competencies: Experience with in house payroll High level of computer literacy (MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Payroll legislation knowledge High level of organisational ability; ability to work to tight deadlines and targets Good communication and customer service skills VLOOKUP/Pivot Tables Desirable Skills and Competencies: Experience working in a busy payroll department A fundamental...

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - SEN Secondary School | Colchester Do you believe every young person deserves the chance to shine? We're looking for an enthusiastic, patient, and caring Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our friendly secondary school team in Colchester and support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). No two days are the same! One moment you'll be helping a student build confidence in the classroom, the next you'll be celebrating a breakthrough achievement, supporting social development, or helping a young person discover their strengths. What you'll be doing: Supporting students with a range of SEN needs both in and out of the classroom Working alongside teachers to create an inclusive learning environment Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive engagement Building meaningful relationships with students and helping them achieve their potential Providing emotional and academic support where needed We're looking for someone who:...

Prospero Teaching are looking for High Level Teaching Assistants to work in with Primary Schools in and around Colchester on a supply basis from September 2026 or earlier. CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS Location - Colchester * Position - High Level Teaching Assistant * Contract or position start date - ASAP / 01/09/2026 * Duration / Likely Duration - Ongoing * Contract type - Temporary * Full time/part time - Full-time * Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate around £(Apply online only)per day * Hours - 8.00am - 3.30EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS Previous HLTA experience is ESSENTIAL GCSE English and Maths grade 'C' TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST: Hold Right to Work in the UK * Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application * Provide two professional child related referencesOTHER If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a...

Job Title: Assemblers Location: Colchester Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00AM - 14:00PM AND 14:00PM - 22:00PM Pay Rate: £12.71-£14.82 per hour + Holiday, Pension & Adecco Benefits (Starting pay) Immediate Start Assemblers wanted in Colchester! Are you ready to take on an exciting opportunity in the manufacturing sector? Our client, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking a dedicated Assemblers to join their team in Colchester. This is your chance to work with a top employer in the area and enhance your skills! What We're Looking For: Ideally experience using hand and power tools A strong work ethic and reliability Working with Rockwool material in the Acoustics department to line the fansDuties: Assembling fans with various components Working from drawings Using hand and power tools Soundproofing the fans using rockwoolYou will be an adaptable person who is happy to support in multiple departments with a keen interest in Engineering...

Carpenter / Fire Door Installer Location: Colchester (UK) Salary: Competitive – DOE Job Type: Full-time / Ongoing Contract Work About: Our client is a trusted nationwide property maintenance and compliance partner, delivering high-quality solutions across residential, commercial, care homes, retirement living, education, and public sector environments. With over 25 years of industry experience, they pride themselves on quality workmanship, compliance, and long-term client relationships. Due to continued growth, they are looking for skilled Carpenters with proven fire door experience to join their expanding team. The Role: As a Carpenter / Fire Door Installer, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and remediation of fire doors in line with current UK fire safety regulations. You will be working on a variety of occupied and non-occupied sites, ensuring work is completed safely, compliantly, and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities: * Must have...

Eleven Eleven recruitment are seeking an experienced Ground worker with a Dumper ticket for work in Colchester, Essex starting Monday for long term work. Job Role: Ground worker / Dumper Driver Location: Colchester Start: Monday 1st June Duration: Long term Rate: £21.00ph We are seeking a Ground worker with a Dumper ticket to carry out all aspects of Groundworks on a Residential site in Colchester. Minimum Requirements: - CSCS / CPCS / NPORS - Tools - PPE Rate: - £20 - £21 per hour paid - 9 hours paid - Weekly pay - CIS, Umbrella or PAYE offered. To apply for this role please call us on (phone number removed) or apply online to (url removed)

Recruitment Resourcer Location: Ardleigh Colchester Company: CDL Personnel Ltd Job Type: Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm Pay: £14.00 per hour + Commission Structure Join a Growing Recruitment Team CDL Personnel Ltd is a specialist recruitment agency supplying staff across the transport, logistics, industrial, and commercial sectors. Due to continued growth, we are looking for a motivated and organised Recruitment Resourcer to join our busy and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a successful career within recruitment, with full training and support provided. The Role As a Recruitment Resourcer, you will support the recruitment team by sourcing, screening, and managing candidates for temporary and permanent vacancies. You will play a key role in helping match quality candidates with our clients’ requirements while maintaining excellent service standards. You will work closely alongside the Driving...

Mechanical Technician Colchester Full time - Monday-Friday Monday-Thursday 8:30am-5:00pm, Friday 8:30am -4:00pm £24ph + Holiday, Pension, Adecco Benefits Are you a hands‑on Mechanical Technician with a passion for innovation and precision engineering? Join our clients R&D Centre, where you'll play a vital role in developing cutting‑edge X‑Ray inspection and Bond Test equipment used globally in advanced manufacturing. About the Role As a key member of our engineering team, you'll support the design, development, testing and introduction of new products. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical engineering, prototyping, and solving real-world mechanical challenges. You'll work closely with mechanical, electrical and software engineers - turning concepts into reality through test rigs, prototypes, and hands-on component modification. You'll be based in our state-of-the-art R&D facility in Colchester within an office and manufacturing setting. What You'll...

Experienced Slab Layer Required – Immediate Start (Monday) We are looking for an experienced Slab Layer to join our team starting Monday. Work available for a minimum of 7 months. Requirements: * Minimum 5 years’ experience in slab laying * 2 references from previous slab laying projects * Own transport and willing to travel around Essex * Reliable and hardworking If interested, please contact Laurence on the attached number

Site Manager - Fit Out Location: Colchester We are working with a well-established and fast-growing contractor delivering high-quality fit out projects across the UK. Due to a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to lead a project in Colchester. This is a great opportunity to join a business known for delivering high-end commercial and interior schemes, with a strong focus on quality, programme, and client satisfaction. The Role As Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of a fast-paced fit out project, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard. You will be the key point of contact on site, coordinating trades, managing subcontractors, and driving programme. Key Responsibilities Managing all on-site activities for a commercial fit out project Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered in line with programme Maintaining high standards of health...

Barker Ross is currently recruiting experienced Class 1 Drivers for a busy operation based in Colchester. Both Day and Night shifts are available with ongoing work for the right candidates. Pay Rates: Days - £16.00 per hour Nights - £18.50 per hourRequirements: Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence Valid CPC Card Digital Tachograph Card All cards must be up to date Good driving record and reliable attitudeImmediate starts available for a succesful candidates. If you are interested please contact us on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations...

This is a temp-to-perm role offering the opportunity to secure a permanent contract for the right candidate. Experienced Counterbalance Driver Colchester, Essex Monday - Friday | 16:00 - 00:00 £14.03 per hour Temp to Perm OpportunityThe Role: Operating a Counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently Loading and unloading pallets Working within a fast-paced warehouse environment Supporting warehouse operations as required Working with double racking systemsRequirements: Valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence Previous experience working with double racking is essential Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethicIf you are an experienced Counterbalance Driver looking for a long-term opportunity, please either apply or contact us on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed) Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act...

I am working alongside a leading civil engineering contractor who are currently looking to hire an experienced Site Engineer due to a number of new contracts being awarded. My client operates across the civils sector on renewable energy projects. Site Engineer responsibilities: * Setting out using total station & GPS. Works include earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Working alongside the project management team. * Site supervision. * Ensuring health and safety compliance. * Ensuring works are being carried out in accordance to agreed methodology and method. * Ensuring the correct documentation is held on site. * Ensuring works are completed on time and to specification. Site Engineer requirements: * Experience with setting out earthworks, duct installations, troughs, and RC bases. * Right to work in the UK. * CSCS card - White minimum. * SSSTS/SMSTS ticket holder (preferable) * Full UK driving licence. * Strong...

Class 1 Night Trunk Driver – Ongoing Work Available 📍 Colchester 💷 Competitive Hourly Rate | Weekly Pay 🌙 Night Shifts | Trunking Work 🚛 Immediate Starts Available CDL Personnel Are Recruiting Experienced Class 1 Night Drivers CDL Personnel are currently seeking professional Class 1 HGV Night Trunk Drivers for our prestigious client based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for reliable and experienced drivers looking for ongoing night work with consistent hours and a straightforward trunking role. If you enjoy clean, organised work with minimal handball and a professional transport operation, this role could be perfect for you. The Role Class 1 night trunking work Depot-to-depot deliveries Minimal loading/unloading involved Completing vehicle checks and relevant paperwork Ensuring deliveries are completed safely and on time Maintaining compliance with driver hours and transport regulations What’s On Offer? Competitive hourly pay rates Weekly pay Ongoing,...

Agency & Permanent Opportunities Available We are currently recruiting experienced and dedicated Support Workers to work within children’s residential homes supporting young people with a range of emotional and behavioural needs. This role involves supporting children and young people who may come from traumatic backgrounds and present with challenging behaviours, learning disabilities and mental health needs. We can offer flexible agency work with long-hour shifts available, alongside excellent opportunities for permanent employment. Many of the homes we work with regularly offer permanent contracts to agency staff based on performance, reliability and suitability within the service. Key Responsibilities: • Supporting young people with their day-to-day routines and activities • Acting as a positive role model and providing emotional support • Assisting with cooking, household tasks and maintaining a safe home environment • Supporting young people to attend school,...

CSS Recruitment are looking to speak to Mobilisation Managers (Grounds Maintenance) for work in Colchester. This role will involve coordinating and managing all mobilisation of plant, vehicles and equipment. The ideal candidates will have proven experience leading service mobilisation in grounds maintenance/horticultural (or other place based services) Experience of insourcing from an external contractor. Knowledge of: - Teckal / LATCo environments. - Grounds maintenance horticultural operations. Strong understanding of: - Local authority service delivery. TUPE and workforce transitions. Strong project management, organisational skills and communication skills are also essential. Please contact Emma at CSS for further details and to apply

We are seeking an experienced DFG Surveyor to join our housing adaptations team, delivering essential home modification works funded through the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) scheme. You will play a key role in enabling residents with disabilities to live safely and independently in their homes by assessing, designing, and delivering suitable adaptations in partnership with Occupational Therapists and contractors. Location: Colchester / Hybrid / Site-based across local authority area Contract: Permanent Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE) Key Responsibilities • Carry out detailed home surveys to assess suitability for adaptations • Work closely with Occupational Therapists (OTs) to determine client requirements • Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and schedules of work • Produce accurate cost estimates and feasibility assessments • Manage DFG cases from initial assessment through to completion • Oversee contractors and ensure works are delivered to specification • Conduct...

Join Nurseplus as a Nursery Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus , every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Nursery Assistant, you’ll be providing high-quality care within a nursery setting across the local area within the social care sector. You will be required to provide day-to-day cover for short or longer-term placements, supporting children's development, ensuring their safety, and helping them learn through play. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to a child’s life. Why Choose Nurseplus? • Flexibility that Works for You: Temporary Contract so you can  Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life. • Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £12.21 and £17.50 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work. •...

Join Nurseplus as a Children’s Support Worker – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Children’s Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of children’s services within the social care sector, including residential homes, SEN schools, learning disability and challenging behaviour settings, as well as supporting children with more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to a child’s life.  Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Temporary Contrac so you can  Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £12.21 and £17.50 per hour,  paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank...