Diversity inclusion Work, Jobs in Chelmsford, Eng (with Salaries)

Companion (Befriender)
Essensia Solutions Ltd —Braintree
- From £14 an hour
- Temporary
- Customer service
- English
- Travel
- Paid training
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Customer Assistant
Lidl —Chelmsford
- £13.45 - £14.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Bakery
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Student Welfare Officer
Mont Rose College of Management & Sciences —Ilford
- £33,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
Quick apply
2d
Independence and Inclusion Coach
Chelmsford College —Chelmsford
- £20,911.75 - £24,994.00 a year
- Full-time
8d
Test Centre Associate - Chelmsford
Reed In Partnership —Chelmsford
- £13.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Driving
8d
Assistant Performance Analyst (Headquarters, Chelmsford)
Essex Police and Kent Police —Chelmsford
- From £30,333 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
8d
Shift Lead
B&Q —Chelmsford
- £14.77 an hour
- Part-time
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Qualified Probation Officer - North Essex - East of England
HM Prison & Probation Service —Chelmsford
- £30,001 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Sales Associate
H.Samuel —Chelmsford
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
4d
Digital Forensic Technician (Headquarters, Chelmsford)
Essex Police and Kent Police —Chelmsford
- £33,603 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- IT
11d
Summer EFL Teacher in Bishop's Stortford: 6-20 July (Non-Residential 2-week Course)
Experio English Ltd —Bishop's Stortford
- £348 a week
- No weekends
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Free parking
Quick apply
10d
Personal Tutor
Chelmsford College —Chelmsford
- £23,764 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Digital Marketing Executive
Templant —Chelmsford
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Quick apply
7d
Document Receiver/Reader (Dunmow)
Essex Police and Kent Police —Great Dunmow
- £33,603 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
7d
HR Assistant – Business Partnering
Kennedys Law - UK —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Human resources
- IT
- Communication skills
HQ Mail Hub Technician (Headquarters, Chelmsford)
Essex Police and Kent Police —Chelmsford
- From £25,242 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
4d
Part Time Brand Specialist, John Lewis Chelmsford
Tommy Hilfiger —Chelmsford
- Part-time
- Communication skills
Audit Experience Programme - Chelmsford- October 2026
RSM UK —Chelmsford
- Full-time
Programme Facilitator - North Essex
HM Prison & Probation Service —Chelmsford
- £20,001 - £40,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
Project Officer
Maldon and District CVS —Maldon
- £14.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising experience
- Project management
Quick apply

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Companion (Befriender)

Essensia Solutions Ltd
Braintree

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Job details

Temporary | Part-time | Full-time | Self-employed | Zero hours contract | Freelance
From £14 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Company events

Qualifications

Customer service
English
Home care
IT
Communication skills

Full job description

COMPANION (BEFRIENDER)

Location: Braintree, Essex and Surrounding Areas

Contract Type: Zero Hours / Flexible Working

Essensia Solutions is currently recruiting on behalf of a growing companionship and wellbeing service based in Essex.

We are seeking compassionate, engaging and reliable individuals to join our client's team as Companions (Befrienders). This rewarding role focuses on providing meaningful companionship and social support to individuals living in their own homes, care homes or within the wider community.

This position offers an opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives by helping reduce loneliness, encourage social engagement and promote overall wellbeing.

About the Role

As a Companion (Befriender), you will build trusted relationships with clients through regular visits, meaningful conversation and social interaction. You will provide emotional support, encourage independence and help clients remain active and connected to their communities.

This is primarily a companionship-focused role and does not involve personal care or the administration of medication.

Key Responsibilities

Build positive and trusting relationships with clients through regular visits and meaningful conversation.
Provide companionship, emotional support and social interaction.
Support clients in maintaining hobbies, interests and social activities.
Accompany clients to appointments, community activities and social outings where required.
Encourage independence while respecting individual preferences and boundaries.
Promote wellbeing through engagement, conversation and companionship.
Maintain accurate visit records and reports using company systems.
Communicate effectively with clients, family members, care home staff and management where appropriate.
Report concerns, incidents, safeguarding matters or changes in client wellbeing promptly.
Follow company policies, procedures and health and safety requirements at all times.

What We Are Looking For

We are interested in candidates who are:

Caring, compassionate and patient
Friendly, approachable and professional
Reliable and trustworthy
Excellent communicators and active listeners
Comfortable working independently
Passionate about improving the lives of others
Respectful of confidentiality and professional boundaries

Experience

The following experience would be advantageous but is not essential:

Companionship services
Care home or home care environments
Customer service
Community support
Hospitality
Volunteering
Health and social care
Working with older adults or vulnerable individuals

Requirements

Right to work in the UK
Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to obtain one)
Two satisfactory references
Good spoken and written English
Basic IT skills for completing records and reports
Ability to travel within the local area
Access to a smartphone

What We Offer

Flexible working opportunities
Competitive hourly rates
Ongoing training and development
Supportive management and guidance
Opportunity to grow with an expanding organisation
Meaningful and rewarding work
The chance to make a genuine difference in someone's life

To apply, please submit your CV. Successful applicants will be contacted by Essensia Solutions Ltd to discuss the next stage of the recruitment process.

Essensia Solutions Ltd is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Paid training

Application question(s):

Are you willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check?
Do you have experience supporting older adults or vulnerable individuals?
Are you available to work weekends if required?
Are you comfortable working independently in clients' homes and the community?
Please briefly explain why you are interested in becoming a Companion (Befriender).

Language:

English (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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diversity inclusion jobs in chelmsford, eng

Companion (Befriender)

Customer Assistant

Student Welfare Officer

Independence and Inclusion Coach

Test Centre Associate - Chelmsford

Assistant Performance Analyst (Headquarters, Chelmsford)

Shift Lead

Qualified Probation Officer - North Essex - East of England

Sales Associate

Digital Forensic Technician (Headquarters, Chelmsford)

Summer EFL Teacher in Bishop's Stortford: 6-20 July (Non-Residential 2-week Course)

Personal Tutor

Digital Marketing Executive

Document Receiver/Reader (Dunmow)

HR Assistant – Business Partnering

HQ Mail Hub Technician (Headquarters, Chelmsford)

Part Time Brand Specialist, John Lewis Chelmsford

Audit Experience Programme - Chelmsford- October 2026

Programme Facilitator - North Essex

Project Officer

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