This is a place where you can find out about opportunities that are available to your organisation. From funding streams to events and training, The Essex Alliance will keep you informed.
The Hertfordshire & West Essex ICB is working with partners on the future of West Essex children’s community healthcare services. To find out what parents and carers think of existing services, they have launched an anonymous survey which closes on Friday 21 February.
They would be grateful for any support you can give to share the attached poster with your networks in the west Essex area: Survey Poster Here.
By way of background, the children’s community healthcare services include community paediatrician, special school nurses, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists. They are services children and young people use in the community rather than in hospitals or GP practices. There is more information about west Essex children’s community services and plans for its future on the Hertfordshire and West Essex integrated Care Board website.
Longfield Solar Farm Community Liaison Group (CLG) would like to invite you to their second meeting, which will be held at Boreham Village Hall on Wednesday 5th March 2025 at 2pm.
The aim of the Community Liaison Group (CLG) is to provide a forum for the exchange of information relating to the development of Longfield Solar Farm. The CLG will remain active throughout the construction of the project.
The Project Support Officer will provide and coordinate administrative and secretarial services; including for example, the preparation of agendas and minutes, taking appropriate follow-up action as required. Supporting the team with the management of projects, gathering information and undertaking enquires.
The postholder will work in a team and coordinate and administer clinical pathway development as well as manages the clinical pathways, clinical policies and pharmacy website. Making these policies and pathways available to our clinicians is a key part of communicating our policies and pathways and supports programme management, transformation, and the maintenance of cost-effective, streamlined, safe care. The postholder will also have opportunities learn the techniques of administration of pharmacy and policies website.
The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing, along with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst still ensuring high levels of accuracy and confidentiality. The post holder will have a professional, flexible approach to work and the ability to prioritise/plan their workload. In addition, experience of working in an office environment along with computer literacy in Microsoft Office including, Teams, Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
Citizens Advice Essex is offering a focused 90-minute session to raise awareness about pensioner poverty and equip attendees with practical tools to support older adults facing financial and energy-related challenges.
Pensioner poverty is a growing issue, affecting the health, wellbeing, and independence of older people. Many struggle to afford essentials, miss out on financial support like Pension Credit and Attendance Allowance, or face tough choices as living costs rise. This session will explore the causes of pensioner poverty, practical steps to reduce fuel bills and improve income, and ways to identify and support those in need.
Whether you’re a frontline worker or work behind the scenes, this session will provide actionable insights to make a difference in your community. Delivered by experts from Citizens Advice Essex, it will include real-world examples, referral tips, and practical strategies to ensure the most vulnerable get the help they need.
Ace Music Therapy have received funding from Essex County Council, meaning they are able to offer FREE drumming music therapy sessions for Carers in the local community!
Drumming is a powerful tool with physical and emotional benefits such as:
Ace Music Therapy have recently received funding from Chelmsford City Council & The Health Inequalities Fund to run a FREE 8 week music therapy group for people that live with chronic health conditions.
The sessions will include, amongst other things, breathwork, meditation, sound healing, gentle yoga, movement, music-making, relaxation and talking.
These sessions are suitable for those who manage any long term health conditions, affecting both physical health & mental health.
📆 The group will run weekly on a Monday, starting on the 3rd of Feb, for 8 weeks. Between 1-2pm at the Langton Scout Hall in Melbourne. ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/KdMa1c2vdKbArYGn9 )
Upcoming CPD for Counsellors and Trainees: Cyber Trauma and Online Harms
Join Renew Counselling and Training for an insightful Cyber Trauma and Online Harms Introduction Seminar with leading expert Catherine Knibbs.
Renew is a local counselling charity with over 120 years of experience, with a mission to make counselling accessible and affordable. This seminar is part of Renew’s commitment to equipping counsellors with the tools to address the evolving challenges of therapy in the modern world.
This one-day seminar is ideal for counselling professionals and trainees who want to develop their knowledge and skills in addressing the critical issue of online harms in therapy.
Key Details:
Date: Saturday 15th February 2025
Time: 10:00 – 16:00 (6 CPD Hours)
Venue: Sadlers House, Chelmsford
Cost: £40
What You’ll Learn:
What cyber trauma is and why it matters in therapy
How to identify signs of cyber trauma in clients through clinical observations
Safeguarding strategies to promote online safety for children and young people
This seminar is an excellent opportunity to learn from Catherine Knibbs, a leading voice in cyber trauma and online harms, with a wealth of experience in trauma psychotherapy and online safety.
Chelmsford City Racecourse are supporting Dementia UK and families facing dementia.
They are hosting a ‘Time for a Cuppa’ event to raise vital funds to support Dementia UK and their specialist Admiral nurses, and inviting you and your loved ones who are living with this condition to a cuppa and a piece of cake.
Join Chelmsford City Racecourse in a safe space with Dementia UK on hand for advice and support, meet a horse and join in an activity.
At just £5 per person, all profit will be donated to Dementia UK.
Date: Thursday 20th March 2025 (Booking Essential)
Venue: Chelmsford City Racecourse, Great Leighs, CM3 1QP
Time: 14:30 – 16:30
To book, please email info@chelmsfordcityracecourse.com or call 01245 360300 by Friday 14th March.
Join Hearing Help Essex as their new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Are you an inspiring leader with a passion for making a difference? Hearing Help Essex is seeking a visionary CEO to drive their mission forward and expand their reach to support even more individuals living with hearing loss across the county.
Role Summary:
To deliver the charity’s strategy and annual business plan as approved by the board of trustees
To inspire, lead and develop our employee and volunteer team in order to meet our plan objectives
To enhance the public profile and reputation of Hearing Help Essex with all stakeholders, partners and media
To strengthen the charity’s resilience through new and diverse sources of income
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
Holidays: 25 days inclusive of 5 public holidays (Easter, May and August). In addition, there is a two-week office closure over the Christmas and New Year period. The three Christmas and New Year public holidays are within the closure period and the other closure days are additional to the above annual entitlement. Dates of closure and reopening are at the discretion of the trustees).
Hours: Full time 37 hours per week. There is some out of hours work predominantly in support of fundraising events, run either directly by Hearing Help Essex or by third party supporters.
Location: Office-based, in central Chelmsford with ample free parking, with opportunity for occasional limited home working, with travel across the county as required.
Critical Requirements:
Two satisfactory references
Pass DBS checks satisfactorily
Full UK driving licence
Access to a car that is insured for business purposes in connection with the charity
For more information and the full job brief, click here: HHE CEO Job Brief.
To have an informal conversation about the role prior to applying, please contact Sophie Ede via email at sophie.ede@hearinghelpessex.org.uk.
To apply for the role, send your CV with a covering letter explaining how you feel you meet the job requirements, to Sophie Ede via email at sophie.ede@hearinghelpessex.org.uk by Friday 14th February 2025.
Schools in Tendring are being offered a free Youth Mental Health First Aid Refresher workshop.
As a MHFAider®, you will need to take the MHFA Refresher course every 3 years to ensure your continued membership of the Association of Mental Health First Aiders®, which provides ongoing development and support plus confidence to fulfil your role.
The workshop is taking place on the following dates:
Online, Tuesday 21st January 2025 from 9:15 – 13:30
Online, Wednesday 12th February 2025 from 9:15 – 13:30
Online, Thursday 6th March 2025 from 9:15 – 13:30
A Zoom link will be sent to you after booking your place.
