For the last 40 years home to the Baddow Races has been the Millenium Centre at Great Baddow.
Sunday 18th May with a start time of 10am for the 10 Mile race, and shortly afterwards for the 2 mile fun run.
We are licensed by UK Athletics under licence 2024-46952 and registered with BARR the British Association of Road Runners. Our course has been measured and certified by UK Association of Course Measurers under course number 18/190.
This event takes a huge amount of effort to organise and we are always looking for willing hands to help us deliver a first-class day not only for runners but for the community of Chelmsford.
We raise thousands of pounds for our local charities and aim to provide a fun day out for all the family as well as the runners.
๐จ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! ๐จ
The Baddow Races take place on Sunday, 18 May 2025ย and we need course marshals to help make this incredible charity event happen!
๐ Great Baddow Recreation Ground โฐ 8:30 AM briefing โ finish by 12:00 noon ๐ฆบ Hi-vis & bottled water provided ๐ Transport to marshal points available
This long-running event supports The Childrenโs Society (East), Farleigh Hospice, and other local charities. But we can’t do it without YOU!
Volunteering is easy, fun, and a great way to give back. Grab some friends, support your community, and be part of the action!
Whether you’re completing your Duke of Edinburgh Award, gaining work experience, or simply want to give back to your community, there’s a perfect role waiting for you!
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Maldon and District Community Voluntary Service exists to support thriving and strong communities in the Maldon District. The charity was set up in response to a community need for voluntary sector infrastructure support. Our services are designed to support and develop the local voluntary and community sector to thrive for the benefit of local people and the towns and villages they live in.
Current Vacancies:
Operations Manager
We are looking to recruit an Operations Manager to support the development and management of MDCVS charity activities and services with a particular focus on the operational delivery and strategic development of community-based projects. The operations manager will be responsible for developing and delivering projects that further the mission of Maldon and District CVS to create thriving, connected and healthy communities. This will include considering the strategic direction of MDCVS and working in partnership with communities, cross sectors, the MDCVS director and trustee board to create
projects and opportunities that benefit the community and contribute to the sustainability and impact.
Social Community Supermarkets are community-led initiatives which provide access to nutritious food for a fraction of what these items would cost in a regular supermarket. They enable people on low incomes to stretch their budgets further each week, helping to prevent crisis situations from arising in household finances resulting in the need to access food bank style support.
The Project Officer โ Social Supermarket will support the delivery of a mobile Social Supermarket in the districts of Maldon and Braintree. The role will include supporting the smooth running of supermarket sessions alongside supporting tasks such as managing stock and supporting promotion.
To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to peter@maldoncvs.org.uk
Maldon and District CVS are always looking for dedicated community minded people to join our projects team. Project officers willย supportย the delivery of projects and activities that further the mission of Maldon and District CVS to create thriving, connected and healthy communities. This support will include working in partnership with communities and sectors to offer opportunities for physical activity, digital inclusion, mental wellbeing, peer support and crisis response.
As part of the projects team the role will involve organising and promoting activities, undertaking administration task and supporting and encouraging individuals to connect with services and activities.
We are looking for people for up to 20 hours a week on a fixed term contract or a flexible zero hours basis as suits applicants.
If you are interested in joining our team please send a CV and cover letter to sarah@maldoncvs.org.uk. Please include in your cover letter
Your interest in the role
How you meet the person specification
The hours you may be interested in working
If you would like to discuss this role further before applying please contact Sarah on 01621 851891.
A DBS check may be requested depending on the nature of the role and will be discussed in advance.
The Hertfordshire & West Essex VCFSE Alliance is hosting a key event for voluntary, community, faith, and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations in West Essex.
This session is designed for senior staff and trustees who want to help shape the Allianceโs future and strengthen the sectorโs role in the local health and care system.
Event Details
๐ Monday, 10th March 2025
โฒย 12:00 โ 15:00
๐ The Link, Harlow
Why Attend?
This workshop is an opportunity to:
๐ Help shape the Allianceโs vision, values, and governance
๐ Contribute to a communications plan that meets sector needs
๐ Inform the Allianceโs key priorities and work plan
