18 support worker jobs found in Colchester

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...

Join Nurseplus as a 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 Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings within in social care sector, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: 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 £13.15 and £19.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work. Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms. Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our...

Residential Support Worker – Colchester Location: Colchester, Essex Role: Residential Support Worker Contract: Full-time / Part-time opportunities available Agency: TeacherActive Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing Are you a caring, resilient and passionate individual looking to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people? TeacherActive is currently recruiting Residential Support Workers to work within residential and specialist settings across Colchester and the surrounding areas, supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs. The Role As a Residential Support Worker, you will play an important role in creating a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for the young people in your care. Your responsibilities may include: Supporting children and young people with their day-to-day routines Providing emotional and practical support Encouraging independence, confidence and positive life skills Building trusting and professional...

Are you an experienced Residential Support Worker looking for flexible agency work? We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable Residential Support Workers to support vulnerable children and young people across a range of residential care settings. The young people you will support may have experienced trauma or difficult life circumstances and may present with challenging behaviours, autism, emotional and behavioural difficulties and complex support needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for caring and resilient individuals who want to make a positive difference while enjoying the flexibility of agency work. The Role As a Residential Support Worker, you will provide high-quality care and support to children and young people, helping them feel safe, supported and valued. Your responsibilities may include: * Providing day-to-day care and support to vulnerable children and young people * Building positive and trusting relationships * Supporting young people...

Job Title: 360 Excavator Drivers (with Safety-Critical Medical) Location: Colchester Pay Rate: £20.00 per hour Hours: 07:00 - 17:00 Duration: Ongoing contract We are looking for two experienced and reliable 360 Excavator Drivers for an ongoing commercial project in Colchester. Requirements License: Valid CPCS or NPORS 360 Excavator card (Above & Below 10 Tonne). Medical: Must hold an in-date, valid Safety-Critical Medical certificate. Experience: Proven track record operating 360 machinery on busy construction sites. PPE: Full personal protective equipment (Hard hat, steel toe boots, high-vis). Right to work in the UK. Role Details Operating 360 excavators for general groundworks, trenching, and muck away. Monday to Friday shifts with consistent full-time hours. Immediate start available for the right candidates. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected...

Job Title: Groundworkers & 360 Machine Operators (Multiple Roles) Location: Colchester Pay Rate: £20.00 per hour Hours: 07:00 - 17:00 (9.5 hours paid per day) Duration: Ongoing contract We are currently recruiting experienced construction personnel for an ongoing project based in Colchester. Standard working days run Monday through Friday, offering full-time hours on site. Vacancies Available RoleQuantityKey Requirements Groundworkers2Relevant on-site experience, valid CSCS card, strong work ethic. Groundworkers w/ Dumper Ticket2Valid CSCS & CPCS/NPORS Forward Tipping Dumper ticket, previous site experience. 360 Excavator Drivers2Valid CPCS/NPORS 360 Excavator license, valid Safety-Critical Medical certificate.Site Requirements & Info Valid site tickets (CSCS / CPCS / NPORS) required for all positions. Must have full personal protective equipment (PPE). Right to work in the UK required. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in...

Art Teacher - SEN School Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-Time Are you a passionate and qualified Art Teacher looking for a rewarding role where your creativity can genuinely transform young lives? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Art Teacher to join a welcoming and supportive SEN School in Colchester, Essex. This is an exciting opportunity to work with students who have a range of additional needs, helping them build confidence, express themselves creatively, and achieve their individual potential through art. As an Art Teacher, you will: · Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Art lessons tailored to students' individual learning needs. · Inspire pupils to explore their creativity through a variety of artistic mediums and techniques. · Create a positive, nurturing and inclusive learning environment. · Support students with Special Educational Needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social,...

Site Engineer - Essex - New Build School A leading main contractor is currently seeking to recruit a Site Engineer for a new build steel frame school project in Essex. The project is currently in its very early stages, enabling works started on site last month. As a site engineer, you will be responsible for QA and the day to day management of the subcontractor engineers. You will ensure quality control requirements are met and recorded in line with specifications. Main duties will include: Checking setting out works as required for the project Undertaking daily inductions Maintaining a site diary Undertaking pre pour check for concrete pours Undertaking certain environmental monitoring requirements (specific training will be provided) Undertaking weekly checks and completing a task list as outlined by the Project Manager Checking setting out instruments weekly/monthly Resolve setting out queries and raise necessary RFI's in relation to these. General responsibility for site...

HGV Class 1 Driver – General Haulage Location: Harwich, Essex A well-established and growing haulage company based in Harwich is looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their professional team. Specialising in dock-to-dock and UK-wide transport, we offer a variety of trailer work including curtain-siders, box trailers, and refrigerated units. ?? About the Role: * Pulling trailers out of Harwich & Felixstowe docks * Work with curtainsiders, box trailers, and fridges * UK-wide deliveries with occasional EU runs * Multi-drop, full load & part load consignments * Timed and pre-booked deliveries ?? Their Fleet: * Modern MAN trucks (16 to 22 plate), expertly maintained * Fleet of 27 artic units fitted with the latest technology * Satellite tracking in all vehicles for real-time delivery updates ? What We Offer: * Pay rate £18.00 per hour days, overtime after 10 hours. * Professional, friendly team environment * 24/7 operational and driver...

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join a major highways scheme in Colchester, working as part of a high-profile infrastructure project. Key Responsibilities * Provide senior engineering support across a major highways scheme. * Oversee engineering activities and ensure works are delivered to programme and required standards. * Work closely with site teams, subcontractors, designers and project management. * Review drawings, specifications and technical information. * Monitor quality, progress and compliance across the works. * Identify and resolve technical issues effectively. * Support the successful delivery of the project from an engineering perspective. Requirements * Proven experience working as a Senior Engineer on major highways/civil engineering projects. * Strong understanding of highways construction and engineering principles. * Experience working on large-scale infrastructure schemes. * Strong communication and...

Prospero Teaching is looking for English, Maths and Science Tutors to deliver bespoke tuition packages on a 1:1 basis to secondary-aged young people that are currently without a school placement. The Opportunity This English, Maths and Science Tutor role is perfect for someone looking to step away from the classroom and make a difference to the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners. The successful tutor must be able to create, plan and deliver 1:1 tailored lesson to bridge gaps in KS3 or KS4 pupil's education and boost engagement and attainment levels. At Prospero Teaching it is our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We are looking for English, Maths and Science Tutor who are eager to work with children and young people with a variety of learning needs with a creative, flexible and holistic approach to raise attainment and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey....

Nursery Practitioner – Colchester Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: Competitive, depending on experience and qualifications Contract: Full-time and part-time opportunities available Are you a passionate and dedicated Nursery Practitioner looking for your next opportunity in Colchester? We are working with a range of welcoming and professional early years settings across Colchester who are looking for enthusiastic Nursery Practitioners to join their teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about supporting children’s development, creating engaging learning experiences and providing high-quality care in line with the EYFS. The Role As a Nursery Practitioner, you will: Provide high-quality care, support and education to children Plan and support engaging activities that encourage learning and development Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues Support children’s emotional, social and educational...

Healthcare Assistant – Dunnock View | Elysium Healthcare 📍 Dunnock View Heath Road, Tendring Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO16 0BX Dunnock View is a specialist mental health service providing care and rehabilitation for adults with complex mental health needs. Role Responsibilities As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work as part of the team to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care to service users. Your responsibilities may include: * Providing day-to-day care and support to service users. * Supporting with personal care and daily living activities where required. * Observing and reporting changes in behaviour or presentation. * Following individual care plans and risk assessments. * Supporting therapeutic activities and patient engagement. * Maintaining accurate care records. * Working closely with nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team. * Maintaining a safe and supportive environment. * Following safeguarding, health and safety and...

1st Staff are one of the UK’s leading alternative providers working nationwide with specialist staff helping students from 4-25 years of age with both educational and therapeutic needs. As a tutor you will be required to deliver tuition sessions to help these students gain the confidence and level required to attain the qualifications needed and potentially return to further education. Unlike other agencies, 1st Staff also provide a support network for all our tutors; we have a lead tutor for your specific area, Designated Safeguarding Leads, curriculum leads for Maths and English, behavioural specialist and a Head of Education. The role: To deliver Maths and English sessions on a 1:1 basis to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to us by local authorities and schools. The ideal candidate would have a...

Apprenticeship Coordinator Location: Brightlingsea, Essex Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum pro rata The Opportunity Are you an organised Apprenticeship Coordinator, Apprenticeship Administrator, Learner Recruitment Officer or Compliance professional looking for a part-time role within the employability and skills sector? This is an exciting opportunity to support the smooth recruitment and onboarding of new apprenticeship learners, while helping strengthen relationships with employers and training partners. The role combines learner recruitment, onboarding, administration, compliance and stakeholder engagement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across different areas of apprenticeship delivery and wants to make a direct contribution to learner outcomes. This is not a traditional business development role. While you will support employer engagement and help identify opportunities, the focus is on building positive relationships rather than high-pressure sales...

1st Staff are one of the UK’s leading alternative providers working nationwide with specialist staff helping students from 4-25 years of age with both educational and therapeutic needs. As a tutor you will be required to deliver tuition sessions to help these students gain the confidence and level required to attain the qualifications needed and potentially return to further education. Unlike other agencies, 1st Staff also provide a support network for all our tutors; we have a lead tutor for your specific area, Designated Safeguarding Leads, curriculum leads for Maths and English, behavioural specialist and a Head of Education. The role: To deliver Maths and English sessions on a 1:1 basis to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to us by local authorities and schools. The ideal candidate would have a...

Harvest Machine Operator When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. We have an exciting opportunity for a Baby Leaf Harvest Machine Operator to join our team at Agrial Fresh Farms, producer of the Florette Salad brand, in Colchester, CO7 7HG. A hands-on role responsible for operating and maintaining horticultural and harvesting machinery, supporting soil preparation and crop harvesting, and transporting crops to packing and cooling facilities. The role requires good teamwork, machinery knowledge, a strong focus on health and safety, and ensuring equipment is clean, safe and ready for use. Working hours: Monday to Friday (Saturday as required) 7am-6pm Pay: £13.20 up to 48 hours then Overtime as agreed Main Responsibilities * Operating horticultural machinery and harvesting equipment for baby-leaf crops. * Helping prepare soil for...

1st Staff are one of the UK’s leading alternative providers working nationwide with specialist staff helping students from 4-25 years of age with both educational and therapeutic needs. As a tutor you will be required to deliver tuition sessions to help these students gain the confidence and level required to attain the qualifications needed and potentially return to further education. Unlike other agencies, 1st Staff also provide a support network for all our tutors; we have a lead tutor for your specific area, Designated Safeguarding Leads, curriculum leads for Maths and English, behavioural specialist and a Head of Education. The role: To deliver Maths and English sessions on a 1:1 basis to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to us by local authorities and schools. The ideal candidate would have a...