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• • Lecturer, Creative Media, 26.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

  • We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled FE Teacher in Creative Media Production to join our team at South Essex College. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator to inspire and support learners across Levels 1–4, helping them develop both technical and creative skills for the media industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro for video editing, and be confident in delivering engaging, industry-relevant teaching. Experience or interest in visual effects is highly desirable. You will be adaptable, organised, and committed to supporting students of varying abilities to achieve their full potential. The role also includes course leadership and pastoral responsibilities for a designated cohort, requiring strong organisational skills and a commitment to student wellbeing and progression. If you are a creative professional with a passion for teaching and developing the next generation of media talent, we would love to hear from you. For those who do not currently hold a teaching qualification, you will need a minimum Level 3 qualification in your subject specialism plus Maths and English at Level 2 before embarking on a Cert Ed Level 5 or PGCE Level 6. For the successful candidate, the College can fund these in-house qualifications. Benefits include Holiday – 40 days holiday Employee Assistance Programme Plus Bank holidays College closure days Teachers Pension - 28.68% college contribution Continued Professional Development Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only ) Free parking( after obtaining a parking permit) Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, *access to gyms, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! *depending on campus ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE E-RECRUIT WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 19-May-2026

    Location: Southend Campus

    Salary: Annual Salary £21608.00 - £28741.00

    Role Category: Academic

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• • LGV Driving Instructor

  • We are looking for LGV Driving Instructors to undertake all aspects of practical delivery of the colleges LGV training provision, for both funded and non-funded workstreams. The role will be responsible for ensuring any college LGV assets, remain legally compliant, and that all maintenance and MOT schedules of college owned, rental and leasing assets, are fully adhered to. The LGV Driving Instructor will ensure that all vehicle assets, are secured and compliant with all arrangements for their parking, storage, and operations. The Driving Instructor role will also ensure that any learners using the college’s driver training vehicle fleet are legally compliant to do and safe to do so at all times. This role is based in Basildon, Essex at KE Kent The successful candidate should have. a. Held a LGV Licence Category C and CE for 3 years or more. b. Experience of driver training in cat. C and CE c. A valid DQC.(Driver Qualification Card) An Assessor Award is desirable but not essential. ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE E-RECRUIT WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 17-May-2026

    Location: Basildon Campus

    Salary: Annual Salary £36713.00 - £36713.00

    Role Category: Support

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• • College Marketing Officer

  • Marketing Officer: Basildon (with 1 day in Southend campus and a work from home day on Friday). Join Our Exciting Journey! Never has it been a more exciting time to join the Marketing and Communications department as we undergo a significant transformation and shape the future of South Essex Colleges Group, moving forwards our ambitious growth plans and marketing strategy. As a leading provider of further and higher education in Essex, we are dedicated to transforming lives through learning. With 3 colleges strategically located in Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, and Thurrock, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where students pursue their academic and career aspirations each year. The College Group encompasses a diverse range of courses, from vocational training and apprenticeships to A-levels and higher education degree programmes in partnership with top universities. As part of our new structure we are recruiting for one Marketing Officer, to be based at at our Basildon campus. This is an exciting and dynamic position that plays a crucial part in promoting the college and enhancing its reputation. We are looking for an energetic individual who can implement innovative marketing strategies to increase student recruitment. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and managing digital and traditional marketing campaigns, producing engaging content to showcase our courses and activities across social media and the college website, and execute impactful email marketing initiatives. The role will work closely with the events and admissions teams to engage enquirers through to enrolment through school and conversion events, including open and taster days, ensuring brand consistency across all marketing materials. As a graduate in a relevant field, you will have proven experience in a marketing role, preferably within the education sector. The ideal candidate will be a natural communicator, with excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organisational and project management abilities, and a creative and innovative mindset. You will be passionate about building relationships with our teaching and support teams and bringing out positive stories about our courses and facilities to grow student recruitment and foster strong community relationships. The role will be based at your college campus for two days a week, with one day at Southend and one day working from home - and includes occasional evening and weekend work for events. Join us and be a part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of our students and community! Holiday – 30 days holiday Plus Bank holidays College closure days Employee Assistance Programme Local Government Pension Scheme Continued Professional Development Free breakfast at most campuses (term time) Free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE E-RECRUIT WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 16-May-2026

    Location: Luckyn Lane Basildon/Stephenson Road

    Salary: Annual Salary £32348.00 - £34282.00

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• • Compliance and Quality Team Leader, Workforce Adult Skills, All Campuses

  • In this role, you’ll work at the heart of our department—collaborating closely with tutors, Internal Quality Assurers, the Department Head, and our Quality and MIS teams to ensure we not only meet but exceed the standards set by awarding bodies and funding agencies, while helping to deliver an outstanding learning experience for every learner. What you’ll be doing: Leading on compliance across a range of programmes and awarding bodies Ensuring accurate enrolment, registration, and certification of learners Maintaining meticulous records and data systems Supporting quality assurance processes and continuous improvement Playing a key role in preparing for and leading) EQA visits Contributing to a culture of innovation and excellence in teaching and learning What we’re looking for: Proven experience in a compliance-focused role Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to data and processes Strong organisational and communication skills Knowledge of Ofsted requirements Experience with EQA processes or inspections A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality education and supporting learner success • Holiday – 30 days holiday • Plus Bank Holidays • College Closure days • Employee Assistance Programme • Free Parking Permit ( subject to obtaining a parking permit) • Local Government Pension Scheme • Continued Professional Development • Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only) • Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! • The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 31-May-2026

    Location: All Campuses

    Salary: Annual Salary £35985.00 - £35985.00

    Role Category: Support

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• • AI Ecosytem Engineer, All Campuses.

  • AI Ecosystem Engineer (Microsoft 365 & Copilot) — help shape how our College uses AI safely, securely, and to real practical effect. We’re looking for an AI Ecosystem Engineer to lead the development, maintenance and optimisation of our AI ecosystem, with a strong focus on Microsoft Copilot Agents, AI-driven automation and creating an AI Data Ready environment across the College. You’ll be our go-to technical expert for practical, safe use of large language models (LLMs), workflow automation and API integrations—making it easier for teams across the organisation to work smarter while keeping governance, security and data protection at the forefront. What you’ll be doing • Build, maintain and optimise Copilot Agents in Copilot Studio, focusing on reliability, quality outputs and responsible token use. • Manage and improve SharePoint knowledge sources and information structure to keep content accurate, accessible and governed. • Design and support workflow automation using Power Automate and M365 tooling to reduce repetitive tasks for staff. • Work with APIs and integrations to improve data flows and unlock secure automation opportunities. • Champion safe AI adoption—supporting colleagues with troubleshooting, guidance, training resources and a SharePoint-based prompt library. • Keep security and governance front-and-centre, working to cyber security best practice and helping maintain/extend College AI policy. • Contribute to wider senior infrastructure work as needed (e.g., Copilot Studio, SharePoint, Purview and related platforms). What we’re looking for • Experience working in an IT environment with a solid understanding of IT infrastructure and service delivery. • Hands-on experience with AI tools, LLMs or automation platforms (ideally Copilot Studio and/or Power Automate). • Good awareness of cyber security best practice and a commitment to secure-by-design delivery. • Confidence writing clear documentation and creating user-friendly guidance or training materials. • Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and the ability to work with a wide range of colleagues across departments. • Desirable: Level 3 IT qualification, degree in IT/Computer Science (or similar), and/or relevant industry certifications. • Desirable: Experience with SharePoint information architecture, data governance, and AI readiness principles. College benefits:- • Holiday – 30 days holiday • Plus Bank holidays • College closure days • Employee Assistance Programme • Local Government Pension Scheme • Continued Professional Development • Free breakfast at most campuses (term time) • Free parking subject to obtaining a parking permit • Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more!

    Latest Application By: 17-May-2026

    Location: All Campuses

    Salary: Annual Salary £32315.00 - £32315.00

    Role Category: Support

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• • Summer Enrolment Assistant, Hourly Paid, Basildon Town Centre Campus

  • Summer Enrolment Assistant (Fixed Term Contract, 10th August to 4th September 2026) - BASILDON TOWN CENTRE Campus We are looking to appoint a number of temporary enrolment assistants at our BASILDON TOWN CENTRE Campus, to help with the extremely busy student enrolment period. If you have good IT literacy and customer service skills or data input experience, we would like to hear from you. The post holders will be working closely with the college information services team and will gain valuable work experience. There are two main areas of enrolment, one focused on 'Meet and Greet' duties and the other on data entry. The summer enrolment period is from: 10th August to 4th September, 2026. Training for these positions will take place on 12th and 13th August 2026 at Grays Campus. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING DATES. You must include your availability in your supporting statement as only emergency leave will be authorised during the enrolment period. Additional hours will be made available closer to the enrolment date. Flexibility on work based locations would be advantageous. The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if suitable candidates are found, ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE ON OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED.

    Latest Application By: 14-Jun-2026

    Location: Basildon Campus

    Salary: Hourly Rate £12.71 - £12.71

    Role Category: Support

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• • Summer Enrolment Assistant, Hourly Paid, Luckyn Lane Campus

  • Summer Enrolment Assistant (Fixed Term Contract, 10th August to 4th September 2026) - LUCKYN LANE Campus We are looking to appoint a number of temporary enrolment assistants at our LUCKYN LANE Campus, to help with the extremely busy student enrolment period. If you have good IT literacy and customer service skills or data input experience, we would like to hear from you. The post holders will be working closely with the college information services team and will gain valuable work experience. There are two main areas of enrolment, one focused on 'Meet and Greet' duties and the other on data entry. The summer enrolment period is from: 10th August to 4th September, 2026. Training for these positions will take place on 12th and 13th August 2026 at Grays Campus. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING DATES. You must include your availability in your supporting statement as only emergency leave will be authorised during the enrolment period. Additional hours will be made available closer to the enrolment date. Flexibility on work based locations would be advantageous. The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if suitable candidates are found, ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE ON OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 14-Jun-2026

    Location: Luckyn Lane Basildon

    Salary: Hourly Rate £12.71 - £12.71

    Role Category: Support

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• • Summer Enrolment Assistant, Hourly Paid, Southend Campus

  • Summer Enrolment Assistant (Fixed Term Contract, 10th August to 4th September 2026) - SOUTHEND Campus We are looking to appoint a number of temporary enrolment assistants at our SOUTHEND Campus, to help with the extremely busy student enrolment period. If you have good IT literacy and customer service skills or data input experience, we would like to hear from you. The post holders will be working closely with the college information services team and will gain valuable work experience. There are two main areas of enrolment, one focused on 'Meet and Greet' duties and the other on data entry. The summer enrolment period is from: 10th August to 4th September, 2026. Training for these positions will take place on 10th and 11th August 2026 at Southend Campus. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING DATES. You must include your availability in your supporting statement as only emergency leave will be authorised during the enrolment period. Additional hours will be made available closer to the enrolment date. Flexibility on work based locations would be advantageous. The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if suitable candidates are found, ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE ON OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED.

    Latest Application By: 14-Jun-2026

    Location: Southend Campus

    Salary: Hourly Rate £12.71 - £12.71

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• • Summer Enrolment Assistant, Hourly Paid, Stephenson Road Campus

  • Summer Enrolment Assistant (Fixed Term Contract, 10th August to 4th September 2026) - STEPHENSON ROAD Campus We are looking to appoint a number of temporary enrolment assistants at our STEPHENSON ROAD Campus, to help with the extremely busy student enrolment period. If you have good IT literacy and customer service skills or data input experience, we would like to hear from you. The post holders will be working closely with the college information services team and will gain valuable work experience. There are two main areas of enrolment, one focused on 'Meet and Greet' duties and the other on data entry. The summer enrolment period is from: 10th August to 4th September, 2026. Training for these positions will take place on 10th and 11th August 2026 at Southend Campus. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING DATES. You must include your availability in your supporting statement as only emergency leave will be authorised during the enrolment period. Additional hours will be made available closer to the enrolment date. Flexibility on work based locations would be advantageous. The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if suitable candidates are found, ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE ON OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED.

    Latest Application By: 14-Jun-2026

    Location: Stephenson Road

    Salary: Hourly Rate £12.71 - £12.71

    Role Category: Support

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• • Summer Enrolment Assistant, Hourly Paid, Thurrock Campus

  • Summer Enrolment Assistant (Fixed Term Contract, 10th August to 4th September 2026) - THURROCK Campus We are looking to appoint a number of temporary enrolment assistants at our THURROCK Campus, to help with the extremely busy student enrolment period. If you have good IT literacy and customer service skills or data input experience, we would like to hear from you. The post holders will be working closely with the college information services team and will gain valuable work experience. There are two main areas of enrolment, one focused on 'Meet and Greet' duties and the other on data entry. The summer enrolment period is from: 10th August to 4th September, 2026. Training for these positions will take place on 12th and 13th August 2026 at Grays Campus. PLEASE ENSURE YOU ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRAINING DATES. You must include your availability in your supporting statement as only emergency leave will be authorised during the enrolment period. Additional hours will be made available closer to the enrolment date. Flexibility on work based locations would be advantageous. The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if suitable candidates are found, ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE ON OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 14-Jun-2026

    Location: Thurrock Campus

    Salary: Hourly Rate £12.71 - £12.71

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• • Team Co Ordinator, Course Advice and Customer Enquiries. Full time

  • We have an exciting opportunity in our Marketing and Communications team. Course Advice and Customer Enquiries Team Co-ordinator Campus, Luckyn Lane, and Remote. THREE DAYS per week, = 22.5 hours per week The main duties and responsibilities are : • Answer incoming calls and emails. • Assist customers with their enquiries • Transfer other calls or emails to their destination and take messages for College staff. • Continuous learning and professional development – understand broad course offer at all Campuses and basic support information. • Data entry for the marketing team when necessary. • Prepare materials for despatch to enquirers and applicants. • Answer enquiries regarding courses, admissions and enrolment. • Make outgoing calls for research and other marketing exercises. • Attend team meetings and play a full role in the Marketing team. • Carry out any other such duties as may reasonably be required by the Executive Director Corporate Services or by the Principal and Chief Executive. The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 24-May-2026

    Location: Off-site

    Salary: Annual Salary £14912.03 - £14912.03

    Role Category: Support

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• • Lecturer, ESOL - 26 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

  • We are looking for 2 motivated and suitably qualified individuals to join our dynamic team within the ESOL provision, teaching learners both 16-18 and adults from Entry Level up to Level 2. Applicants will need to be an ESOL specialist with either CELTA or TEFL qualifications. You will deliver first class teaching, learning and assessment, working within an established and evolving team you will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching in FE. The teaching will include at least one evening a week and the working hours are claimed back during the normal working week. We would be looking for the successful applicants to start in Sept 2026. Benefits include Holiday – 40 days holiday (pro rata) Employee Assistance Programme Plus Bank holidays College closure days Teachers Pension - 28.68% college contribution Continued Professional Development Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only ) Free parking( after obtaining a parking permit) Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, *access to gyms, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! *depending on campus ONLY APPLICATIONS MADE VIA OUR COLLEGE E-RECRUIT WEBSITE WILL BE CONSIDERED

    Latest Application By: 27-May-2026

    Location: All Campuses

    Salary: Annual Salary £21608.00 - £28741.00

    Role Category: Academic

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• • Head of School Engineering and Construction

  • Head of School Engineering and Construction About the Role We are seeking an ambitious, experienced and forward thinking Head of School – Construction, Building Services and Engineering to lead and grow a high profile curriculum area delivering 16–18 Study Programs, Higher Education, and Apprenticeships. This is a pivotal leadership role at an exciting time for the department. We have recently invested significantly in a brand new Clean Energy Centre, equipped with state of the art green technologies, including: • Solar PV systems • Infrared heating • Ground source heat pumps • Dedicated retrofit training bays Located close to the Lower Thames Crossing development, the School is ideally positioned to respond to major regional infrastructure projects, skills shortages, and employer demand across construction, engineering, and the green economy. Key Responsibilities • Provide strategic and operational leadership for Construction, Building Services and Engineering • Drive high quality teaching, learning and assessment across all provision (16–18, HE and Apprenticeships) • Lead curriculum development with a strong focus on modern methods of construction (MMC) and sustainability • Build and sustain strong employer partnerships, ensuring industry relevant delivery, work placements and apprenticeships • Maximise learner recruitment, retention, achievement and progression • Manage and develop commercial courses in the clean energy center • Manage budgets, staffing, performance and quality improvement within the School • Actively contribute to college wide strategic priorities and growth plans About You We are looking for a candidate who: • Has proven experience of leading and managing a curriculum area or department • Brings strong sector knowledge within construction, building services and/or engineering • Has a clear passion for modern methods of construction, green skills and emerging technologies • Demonstrates a strong track record of employer engagement and partnership working • Is confident operating across multiple delivery models, including FE, HE and Apprenticeships • Is ambitious, collaborative and committed to continuous improvement Why Join Us? • Lead a flagship Clean Energy Centre with industry standard equipment • Shape provision aligned to major regional developments and future skills needs • Be part of a college with a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability and employer led curriculum • Have the opportunity to make a real impact on learners, employers and the local economy Benefits: • Holiday – 35 days holiday • Employee Assistance Programme • Plus Bank holidays • College closure days • Free Parking Permit (subject to obtaining a parking permit) • Pension – 28.68% college contribution • Continued Professional Development • Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only) • Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, *access to gyms, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! *depending on campus We may close this vacancy earlier due to the number of appliccations we receive.

    Latest Application By: 29-May-2026

    Location: Thurrock Campus

    Salary: Annual Salary £49000.00 - £54000.00

    Role Category: Manager

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• • Lecturer in Electrical

  • About the role: • Deliver engaging lessons across a range of FE electrical programmes, including Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications.. • Teach both theory (electrical principles, regulations, and design) and practical skills (installation, testing, and fault-finding) in our fully equipped workshops. • Assess learners’ progress through practical assessments, written assignments, and exams, providing constructive feedback to help them excel. • Keep your teaching current by integrating the latest industry standards, such as the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and emerging technologies like renewable energy systems. • Support learners with career guidance, employability skills, and preparation for industry placements or apprenticeships. • Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative teaching resources and share best practice. What You'll Bring • A recognised qualification in Electrical Installation (Level 2 or above). • Industry experience as an electrician or similar role. • A teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one. • Up-to-date knowledge of the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671). • Strong communication skills and the ability to inspire learners from diverse backgrounds. • A commitment to continuous professional development and keeping pace with industry changes. Benefits: • Holiday – 40 days holiday • Employee Assistance Programme • Plus Bank holidays • College closure days • Teachers Pension - 28.68% college contribution • Continued Professional Development • Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only ) • Free parking( after obtaining a parking permit) • Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, *access to gyms, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more! *depending on campus This vacancy may close earlier depending on the number of applications we receive, part time application will also be considered.

    Latest Application By: 05-Jun-2026

    Location: Luckyn Lane Basildon/Basildon

    Role Category: Academic

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