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C2C is overcharging | Funding opportunity for Basildon projects | Artisan market tomorrow

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Ada Powers
June 13, 2025

Good morning, Basildon

Happy Carer’s week to all the carers out there, the work you do is matchless!

Today’s edition again is super long as we still have an outstanding number of local jobs available this week… but before we get into this week’s news/opportunities, anyone know the story behind these carvings that randomly pop-up along the One Tree Hill walk?

P.S: If you have any recommendations for this newsletter, please email them to [email protected]. Every single email is read by a real person :-)

Weather in Basildon next week

This week’s Met Office weather forecast calm and sun after the thunderstorm expected to last till Monday.

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What's new?

Avoid contactless on C2C trains… you could be overcharged
Passengers in Essex and London are reporting issues with overcharges when using contactless on C2C trains. Until it's fixed, use paper tickets or a railcard instead.
📰 BBC News: Contactless customers in Essex and London overcharged by C2C

New barber’s shop opens in Burnt Mills
Fresh fades, sharp cuts – Flawless Barbering is open for bookings!
Find them next to Ripped Gym, Harvey Road, Burnt Mills
📲Book via Booksy or call 01268 944195

New illustrated trails now live in Gloucester Park
Explore Gloucester Park like never before with new walking trails, co-created by local groups and brought to life by artist Matt Ponting. Walks range from 10 to 60 mins – pick up a map at Basildon Library, Motivated Minds or Essex Youth Service
📍 View online here: Gloucester Park Trails Map

Local Artisan Market – Saturday 14 June at Festival Leisure Park
Support small and shop local! Join POP UP GROUP ESSEX for a day of artisan shopping and community spirit.
🕛 12pm–6pm | 📍 Festival Leisure Park
Want to run a stall? Email [email protected] with your business info.

Community Building to Let – Whitmore Way Bowls Building
Well-equipped facility is available for lease in Basildon. Includes a bowls green, hall, kitchen, and changing rooms. Rent concessions possible based on investment needs.
Apply by 19 June: [email protected]

Struggling and need access to cheaper food supplies? Visit the Hope Community supermarket at Laindon Community Centre (each Friday) and Trinity Methodist Church, Vange ( each Tuesday), Basildon, United Kingdom

[email protected]

Jobs

P.S: If you know someone who’s looking for an apprenticeship or a job, feel free to forward this newsletter to help them in their job search

Training/Apprenticeships

Early Years & Nursery Apprentice (Kingswood Junior School, SS16 5de)

Early Years/Nursery Apprentice needed to work under the guidance of experienced EYFS staff to support the learning & development of children aged 3–5 years

  • Term time only, 5 days, 25 hours/week

  • Start date: Monday, 1st September

  • Duration: 1 year 2 months

  • 💷£7.55/hr

  • Training you’ll get: Early years practitioner (Level 2)

Early Years & Nursery Apprentice (Noak Bridge PreSchool, SS15 4JS )

Early Years/Nursery Apprentice needed to work under the guidance of experienced EYFS staff to support the learning & development of children aged 3–5 years

  • Term time only, 5 days, 25 hours/week

  • Start date: Thursday, 4thSeptember

  • Duration: 1 year 9 months

  • 💷£14,918

  • Training you’ll get: Early years practitioner (Level 3)

Food production assistant (James Buckland Ltd, SS14)

Busy food wholesalers needs an apprentice to prepare an array of sandwich fillings everyday for customers orders.

  • 6am - 2pm

  • Start date: Monday, 28th July

  • Duration: 1 year

  • 💷£15,704

  • Training you’ll get: Food and drink process operator (Level 2)

Early Years Apprentice (SS16 4LA - 2 x Positions)

If you’re looking to develop your career within childcare, this dynamic team wants you

  • Monday - Friday, 30 - 40 hours/week

  • Start date: 30th June 2025

  • Duration: 1 year 3 months

  • 💷£15,600

  • Training you’ll get: Early Years Educator Level 3

  • Apply here for Level 3, and here for Level 2

Chef Apprentice (Harvester, SS14 3TJ)

  • Shift work, 30 hours/week

  • Start date: 1st July 2025

  • Duration: 1 year 3 months

  • 💷£15,600

  • Training you’ll get: Production Chef Level 2

  • Apply here

IT & Web Development Apprentice (SS14 3TS)

If you’re a tech-savvy problem solver with an interest in IT and web development, train as a software developer

  • Monday - Friday, 9 - 5.30pm

  • Start date: 23rd June 2025

  • Duration: 1 year 6 months

  • 💷£18,000 - £20,000

  • Training you’ll get: Software developer Level 4

  • Apply here

IT Support Apprentice (SS14 3BX)

If you’re a tech-savvy problem solver with an interest in IT and web development, train as a software developer

  • Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 5.30pm

  • Start date: 23rd June 2025

  • Duration: 1 year 6 months

  • 💷£15,704

  • Training you’ll get: ICT Level 3

  • Apply here

Heavy Vehicle Maintenance Apprentice – Basildon
Work alongside experienced pros to keep heavy vehicles running safely and smoothly. Hands-on, early start, and a chance to learn it all.

  • £18,000/year | Mon–Fri 7am–4pm

  • Start: 28th July 2025

  • Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeship

  • 3 years Apply: View Details

Apprentice Butcher – Billericay (Gibson Meats)
Roll up your sleeves and learn the art of butchery—from preparing cuts to making sausages. A proper hands-on role.

  • £15,704/year to start | Mon–Fri 9am–5pm | 40 hrs/week

  • Level 2 Butcher Apprenticeship

  • Start: 15 May 2025

  • Duration: 1 yr 6 months Apply: View Details

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More Local-ish Jobs

Administrator – Immediate Start (6-Month Contract)
Location: Tilbury | Hours: Mon–Fri, 9–5 | Pay: £14/hour
We're supporting a major project in Tilbury and need a reliable Administrator to work closely with the Project Manager.
Key Duties: CRM updates, booking deliveries, PO generation, meeting notes, document filing
Requirements: Full UK licence, strong admin & IT skills, proactive attitude
Apply: CV to [email protected] | Text: 07350 419772

Part-Time Chef – Toby Carvery, Runwell, Wickford
Join the kitchen team at a busy carvery restaurant.
🔗 Apply here

Kitchen Assistant – Toby Carvery, Runwell, Wickford
Support chefs and keep things running smoothly in the kitchen.
🔗 Apply here

Part-Time Bar Staff – Toby Carvery, Runwell, Wickford
Serve guests and help maintain a great pub atmosphere.
🔗 Apply here

Shift Supervisor – Toby Carvery, Runwell, Wickford
Oversee shift operations and lead a small team in a fast-paced environment.
🔗 Apply here

Head Chef – Toby Carvery, Runwell, Wickford
Salary: £40,000
Take the lead in a busy kitchen and manage the culinary side of the operation.
🔗 Apply here

Night Forklift Operator – Rayleigh
Hours: 11pm–7am, Sun–Thurs | Pay: £14.11/hour
Forklift license required. Immediate start available.
Apply: [email protected]

TikTok Order Packers – Barleylands Farm Shop, Billericay
Help pack viral orders with the TikTok team!
Pay: £12.21/hour (21+) | Full-time or part-time | Must be physically fit
Apply: [email protected]

Night FLT Drivers – Rayleigh
Pay: £14.11/hour | Shift: Sun–Thurs | Weekly pay
Valid Counterbalance or Reach license required.
Apply: Call 01702 338882

Service Desk Administrator – Southend
Salary: £25–27k | Full-time, office-based
Join a growing facilities team handling client calls, bookings, and CRM updates.
Apply: [email protected] | 01268 971950 / 07930 381 354

Domiciliary Carers – Wickford/Billericay
Support a gentleman in his home and on outings.
Requirements: Manual licence, DBS, care experience preferred
Apply: 01245 408761 | [email protected] | Apply online

CNC Turner – Southend-on-Sea
Salary: £30–40k + overtime | Mon–Thurs, 6:45–4:30
Experienced CNC lathe operator needed for precision work.
Apply: gap-personnel.com

Nursery Bank Staff – Ongar & Surrounding Areas
Flexible work supporting young children in nursery settings.
Apply: CV to [email protected] | Subject: Bank Staff - Facebook

Part-Time Duty Manager – Private Development, Stock
Pay: £14/hour | 20 hrs/week
Oversee site operations, manage post, test alarms, and handle resident issues.
Apply: [email protected]

Installation/Service Engineer – CCTV, Alarms & Access Control (Essex)
Salary: £33–44k + van & phone
Install and maintain security systems across Essex.
Apply: [email protected] | Call 01268 452602

Freight Roles – Essex
Road Freight Operator - Basildon - 30-35K

Inside Sales Freight Clerk - Basildon - Salary Neg

Deep Sea Import Clerk - Barking - 35-38K
Apply: CV to [email protected]

Contract Support – Hutton (CM13)
Salary: £27,000 | Mon–Fri, 8:30–5
Support ops with scheduling, client liaison, and resolving issues.
Apply: [email protected] | 0330 380 4433

Part-Time Accounts Admin – Basildon (School Hours!)
6-month contract | Must have AP and VAT experience
Apply: [email protected] | 01268 971950 / 07930 381 354

Carpet Cleaner – Weekend Role (Grays)
Great for someone seeking weekend work with training, uniform & bonus.
Requirements: Over 25, UK licence
Apply: The Carpet Cleaning Company

Commercial Kitchen Engineer – Basildon (London Travel)
Pay: £17/hour | Full-time (50 hrs/week)
Experienced engineer needed to maintain catering equipment.
Apply: [email protected] | 01268 822888

Live-In Carer – Essex (Near M25)
Compassionate carer with own vehicle needed. Support wheelchair user with daily tasks, hobbies, and holidays. Basic computer skills and kind attitude essential.
Send CV to: [email protected]

Evening Cleaner – Basildon (Pipps Hill)
Thursday or Friday, 6–9pm | £12.21/hr | PAYE
Duties: bins, vacuuming, mopping. Must be reliable and work independently.
Call MCG Cleaning Services: 01268 754812

Administrator – Basildon
£30–33k | Full Time | Office-based
Admin role with a twist: use Word drawing tools to turn sketches into schematics. No CAD experience needed—training provided.
Email: [email protected]
Call: 01268 971 950

Transport Supervisor – Brentwood
2 days: £20,571 | Full-time (35 hrs): £35k
To apply: [email protected]

Assistant Logistics Manager – Brentwood
Mon–Fri, 9am–6pm | Up to £45,000

Purchasing & Stock Coordinator – Chelmsford
Mon–Fri | £35,000–£40,000

Recycling Operatives – Basildon
Mon–Fri, 7am–5pm | £12.21/hr
Call: 01268 567000
Email: [email protected]

Uni Student Event & Warehouse Roles – Basildon & London
Starting June 6 | £13.85/hr | Weekly Pay
Help with events in London and packing orders in Basildon. Flexible hours.
Call Dustie: 01268 762430
Email: [email protected]

Night Staff – FLT Drivers
Sun–Thurs | £14.11/hr | Weekly Pay
Forklift (CB or REACH) experience required with a valid license.
Call: 01702 338882

Physical Performance Coach – Southend United
Design training plans to enhance player performance and reduce injuries.
Apply by June 20
Email CV & cover letter: [email protected]
Details: Southend United Job Posting

Warehouse Operatives – Basildon
Mon–Fri, 8:30–17:00 | £12.21/hr
Experienced pickers/packers needed.
Call: 01268 567000

Domiciliary Support Worker – Wickford/Billericay
School holiday work | Manual license required
Support a client with outings and activities.
Call: 01245 408761
Email: [email protected]
Apply: 1Stop Healthcare Jobs

Support Workers / Learning Support Assistants – Essex
Mon–Fri, some weekends
Support young adults with learning difficulties in community activities.
Call: 01375 808303
Email: [email protected]

Commercial Sales Exec for Basildon United FC

  • Social media updates

  • Drive new revenue through sponsorships and advertising

  • Build/maintain strong working relationships

  • Maintain accurate sales records.

Apply to Mark ([email protected])

Domicillary Health Care Assistants needed in Southend/Basildon

Must have driver’s license and access to vehicle.

Apply to [email protected] or 01268653536, 07399487091

P/T Trampoline Coach (Basildon Sporting Village)

Needed for 6 - 7 per week on a permanent basis here at Basildon Sporting Village. Closing date: 20th June 2025.

Full job details here. Title your email “Trampoline Cover Coach” and send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Night Shift Logistics Roles – Multiple Positions
Location: Basildon & Surrounding

  • Warehouse Operative (FLT Basic): £26K, 1am–12pm, full-time

  • Transport Supervisor: Up to £35K, 4-on-4-off, 6pm–6am

  • Transport Manager: Up to £45K, Sun–Thurs or Mon–Fri, 5pm–2am

Apply: [email protected] | 📱Text job title to 07377 792109

Administrative Assistant – Finance Focused
Location: Basildon | Salary: £30K | Mon–Fri, 8:30–17:00
Duties:

  • Bookkeeping, invoicing (Sage 50)

  • Sales & purchase order processing

  • Supporting financial reporting and admin

  • 2–3 years admin/finance experience

  • Sage 50 proficiency.

    Call: 01268 567000 to apply

Part-Time Accounts Payable Clerk
Location: Basildon | £27K–£30K pro rata | 6-month contract
4 hours/day, Monday–Friday (office-based).
📩 Apply: [email protected] | 📞 01268 971 950

Sales & Admin Support – Events Company
Hybrid (Home & Basildon) | 💷 From £13/hr + bonus (Self-employed)

Chef Lopez Events & Bash Events are hiring!
Help us manage quotes, liaise with clients, and support event sales. Must have great communication skills, be organised, and hold a full UK driving licence.

Events Coordinator & Team Leader – Children’s Parties
Location: Essex & Surrounding Areas | Rate: £17.50–£18/hour
Join a dynamic and friendly team delivering exciting ride-on car parties for children.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Liaising with clients pre- and post-event

  • Packing and unpacking event equipment efficiently

  • Setting up and overseeing party logistics

  • Acting as the on-site host for party guests. Apply: [email protected]

Domestic Cleaner – Flexible Hours
Location: Chelmsford, Ingatestone, Brentwood | Pay: Competitive
Looking for experienced and reliable cleaners.

  • Flexible working hours

  • Driving essential

Class 2 HGV Driver (CPC Required)
Location: Grays, Essex | £16.84/hour PAYE | Temp to Perm | 37 hrs/week

  • Valid CPC & HGV Class 2 licence

Call: 07350 419772 or Text “HGV 2 GRAYS”

Support Worker – Domiciliary Care (School Holidays)
Location: Wickford/Billericay | Flexible Shifts
Requirements:

  • Manual driving licence

  • UK care experience preferred

  • PEG training a bonus

Apply: [email protected] | 📞 01245 408761

Female Domiciliary Carers – Immediate Start
Location: Chadwell, East Tilbury, Tilbury | Start: 5 June
Requirements:

  • Female (Schedule 9, Equality Act 2010)

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Previous domiciliary care experience essential

Apply: [email protected] | 📱 Text: 07350 419772

Part-Time Nursery Practitioner
Location: Burnt Mills | Days: Mon & Wed
Work with babies (0–2 years) in a caring nursery setting.
Requirements:

  • Level 2/3 in Early Years

  • Experience preferred

Production Operative – Temp Role
Location: South Woodham Ferrers | £12.21/hour | Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm
Apply: [email protected]

Warehouse Operative
Location: Basildon | £12.21/hour | Mon–Fri, 8:30–17:00
Experience with picking/packing, scanners, and labels required.
Apply: 01268 567000

Case Maker / Export Packer
Location: Basildon | Mon–Fri, 8am–4pm | Training Provided
Work with tools, build crates, and prep goods for export.
Apply: 01268 567000

Sheet Metal Worker (Ductwork Preferred)
Location: Basildon | Competitive Pay | Full-Time
Requirements:

  • 2+ years’ sheet metal experience

  • Ductwork & blueprint skills preferred

Apply: 01268 567000

Landscaping Site Manager – High-End Gardens
Location: South Essex & East/North London | £180–£200/day
Deliver bespoke modern gardens with a hands-on approach.
Requirements:

  • 5+ years in hard/soft landscaping

  • Strong project delivery skills

  • Own transport preferred

📩 Apply: [email protected] | 📞 07775 854676

Local activities for children

If you’re looking to get your kids into coding, check out BrightChamp’s remote coding training course.

Friday Games, sports, music for 12 - 15 yo’s at Sporting Village
Aged 12–15 and stuck for something to do after school? Head to the Youth Club at Basildon Sporting Village for games, sports, music, and good vibes — all for just £2.50 a session!
🕓 Every Friday | 3:45 PM – 6:00 PM
⚽ Football, fitness, chill zones & more
💬 Meet new mates, stay active, have fun

Powered by Everyone Active, Flex Community Group & ECC Youth Service.
🔗 Find out more

FREE Youth Club + food at Mother’s Kitchen for 4 - 14 yo’s

Is your child aged 4-14? Do they love games, fun, and making new friends? Bring them along to our Youth Club at Mother’s Kitchen Community Group!

  • Fridays | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Mother’s Kitchen Café, SS13 1PN

  • A meal and drinks are provided – completely FREE!

  • Fun games & activities

A safe and friendly environment with a chance to meet new friends. Register at https://forms.gle/ssVZWPoYgmcfpg4G6 or Book in via EventBrite

Free Yoga for children

Thursdays (free), Northlands Park Family Centre, Basildon. Ages 4 - 4:45pm 6-12 year olds. Reserve a place here https://www.yoga4all.co

Multisports + food for teens

King Edward Teenage Teatime Community Hub. Every Friday 5 - 7pm. Multisports, Dance, Football, Karaoke, Crafts. Snacks and refreshments provided. Free. Every Friday at King Edward Community Centre, Laindon. SS15 6GY. Contact 07701365822 or [email protected] for more info

Weekly youth groups for Yr 5+

Xplore, Youth Group at Manor Mission Church. Thursdays 8 - 9pm

Indoor Cricket for Age 8 - 16

Indoor cricket activities and games (Ages 8 - 16). Fridays, 5 - 6pm. JAMES HORNSBY SCHOOL SPORTS HALL LEINSTER ROAD, SS15 5NX.

Local activities for adults

Mens Woodland Wellbeing Group Billericay

Yoga for Mental Health (Free)

  • Every Friday, 11:15am

  • King Edward Community Center, King Edward road, Laindon. SS15 6GY

  • Book via [email protected] or via this link

Free coffee morning

Just drop in. Every Friday 10am - 2pm. Noak Bridge Christian Center, Wash road, SS15 4BE.

Social Community Football Games

Join a group of young men from Basildon for evening football on Mondays at Basildon Sporting Village & Woodlands School. Great way to keep fit and be part of the community.

  • Times: Monday 7:30 PM (9-a-side), Wednesday 7 PM (6-a-side)

  • Fee: £7 per person per game

  • Contact: WhatsApp 07723 615546

Sewing group

Learn to knit, crochet or sew on Thursday mornings (10am - 12noon). Venue: The pavilion, Great Berry. £4 per class. Further information, call Ann 07802161021

Coffee morning

Mondays, 10am - 12pm. Manor Mission Church, Manor Road Laindon Essex SS15 6PA

Private counselling service with Basildon Mind. Call 01268 284130 to make an appointment.

Earn with Research

A-level Math Teachers, Research Opinions are looking for your opinions

Enjoy reading? Research Opinions are looking for people who enjoy reading for a survey

Short-sightedness: Research Opinions are looking for people are short-sighted (myopia) for a survey

Funding Opportunities for Projects

London Gateway Freeport Community Investment Fund Small Grants Fund for Basildon projects
London Gateway Freeport Community Investment Fund Small Grants Fund is now open for applications for local projects between £10,000 and £50,000.

Please carefully review the criteria to ensure projects will be eligible for a grant. Please note in particular the geographic boundary. We will not be able to fund any projects which operate outside of this specific area.  

Co-op Local Community Fund – Opens June 2025
Supports projects starting in October 2025 that focus on: Food access, Youth opportunities, Mental wellbeing, Community cohesion, Sustainability
Total of £6,000 shared across 3 local projects.
Apply here

Trusthouse Charitable Foundation – Ongoing
Grants of £2,000 to £10,000 for frontline charities in deprived areas. Covers core and project costs, not capital.
Eligibility depends on postcode deprivation level.
Apply here

Essex Community Foundation – Ongoing
Flexible grants for Essex-based charities and voluntary groups. Applications accepted year-round. Complete a short quiz to check eligibility.
Apply here

2025 Rosa Rise Fund – Closes 23 June 2025
Up to £40,000 over two years for Black and racially minoritised-led women’s and girls’ organisations (income between £30k–£300k).
Funding supports organisational development.
Apply here

Till next time, Basildon 💕